About the event
The conference "EU Funds 2028–2034" brings together representatives of the public, academic, private and civil sectors with the aim of timely preparation for the new financial period of the European Union and the effective mobilization of the remaining funds from the period 2021–2027.
Through expert lectures, thematic blocks and discussions, participants will receive an overview of the expected changes in cohesion policy, the new EU multiannual financial framework, future funding priorities and the opportunities that will be available to cities, municipalities, universities, companies and civil society organizations.
Special emphasis is placed on practical information on new rules, co-financing rates, simplifications, preparation for future calls and combining different funding sources, including programmes managed directly from Brussels. The conference provides an opportunity to exchange experiences, establish partnerships and plan projects in a timely manner for the period after 2027.
Program
The full-day program combines lectures, four thematic blocks by fund, a plenary discussion, and a networking lunch.
The maintenance time is approximate and may be slightly adjusted.
09:30 – 10:00
Participant registration
Welcome and coffee
-
Accreditation and materials collection
-
Introductory networking of participants
10:00 – 10:15
Opening
Introductory speech by the organizers
-
Introduction of ETCP and Euro Business Consulting (EBC)
-
Conference objectives and overview of the day
10:15 – 12:00
Part 1
Framework and funding opportunities 2028–2034
-
The new EU Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) – architecture and priorities
-
What is changing compared to 2021–2027
-
New budget, co-financing rates and eligibility rules
-
Simplifications, simplified cost options (SCOs) and results-based financing
-
Combining funding sources (ESI Funds + EU direct programmes)
-
Preparation of institutions and beneficiaries for future calls
12:00 – 12:30
Break
Coffee and networking
-
Informal discussions with experts and participants
12:30 – 13:40
Part 2
Four thematic blocks – funds and opportunities
-
Block 1 · Social cohesion and territorial development – ESF+, ERDF, ITI, Interreg, Erasmus+
-
Block 2 · Green economy and innovation – ERDF, Cohesion Fund, JTF, Horizon Europe
-
Block 3 · Rural areas and tourism – EAFRD, LEADER, ERDF, Interreg
-
Block 4 · EU direct programmes from Brussels – Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, Interreg
13:40 – 14:00
Questions & answers
Plenary discussion
-
Open questions from participants
-
Exchange of experiences and recommendations from speakers
14:00 onwards
Networking lunch
Exchange of experiences and contacts
-
Standing lunch among speakers and participants
-
Opportunity for targeted discussions on projects and programming 2021–2027 / 2028+