Page contentsPage contents About the programme The objective of the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme is to protect and promote rights and values as enshrined in the EU Treaties and the Charter of Fundamental Rights. In particular, by supporting civil society organisations active at local, regional, national and transnational level. It aims to sustain and develop open, rights-based, democratic, equal and inclusive societies based on the rule of law. That includes a vibrant and empowered civil society, encouraging people's democratic, civic and social participation and cultivating the rich diversity of European society, based on our common values, history and memory. The programme is based on four strands: Equality, Rights and Gender Equality - promoting rights, non-discrimination, equality (including gender equality), and advancing gender and non-discrimination mainstreaming Citizens' engagement and participation - promoting citizens engagement and participation in the democratic life of the Union, exchanges between citizens of different Member States, and raising awareness of the common European history Daphne - fight violence, including gender-based violence Union values - protect and promote Union values Together with the Justice programme, the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme forms the Justice, Rights and Values Fund. Programme website Funding opportunities Calls for proposalOpen and upcoming calls for proposal under Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values.Find opportunities Funded projects and results Funded projects Budget and performance Includes performance highlights, key performance indicators, and the performance framework and assessment. Programme performance webpage Programme features Programme duration2021-2027Lead Directorate-GeneralJustice and ConsumersPredecessor programmeRights, Equality and Citizenship; Europe for CitizensManagement modeDirect and indirect managementMFF headingCohesion, Resilience and ValuesClusterInvesting in People, Social Cohesion and ValuesClimate contributionNo target set in the legal basis (ℹ)Total budget 2021-2027€ 1.56 billion (ℹ) (current prices)Relevant regulationRegulation (EU) 2021/692 of the European Parliament and of the Council.