This practical guide provides a comprehensive overview of funding opportunities connected to the European Research Area (ERA) that are expected to remain relevant through 2027. Developed by the NCP_WIDERA.NET project, the document helps researchers, research organisations and innovation stakeholders navigate key European programmes and instruments supporting participation in the ERA, with a particular focus on widening participation and strengthening access to excellence. It highlights funding schemes, policy-linked opportunities and strategic instruments available across Horizon Europe, offering valuable guidance for organisations seeking to build capacity, engage in European collaboration and align their activities with evolving ERA priorities and long-term research and innovation objectives.
