Help restore freshwater ecosystems with SWIM
The SWIM project is launching an Open Call for Associated Regions to support local and regional authorities interested in restoring freshwater ecosystems, improving habitat connectivity, and protecting migratory fish species.
Through this call, selected Associated Regions will receive financial support, technical guidance, and access to knowledge, tools, and experience developed within the SWIM project.
SWIM aims to engage at least six Associated Regions across the four Mission basins of the EU Mission "Restore our Ocean and Waters":
This is an opportunity to join a growing community working on practical, scalable, and long-term solutions for healthier aquatic ecosystems.
Why Become an Associated Region
Becoming a SWIM Associated Region means joining a European initiative focused on real action, collaboration, and impact.
Selected applicants will benefit from:
Who Can Apply
The call is open to:
✓ Eligible applicants
- Local authorities
- Regional authorities
- Individual or consortium applications
✗ Not eligible
- Applicants from SWIM consortium countries
- Entities subject to EU restrictive measures
Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Czechia, Germany, Hungary, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Serbia, Switzerland, Türkiye, and Ukraine.
Armenia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Georgia, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Korea, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Tunisia, and the United Kingdom.
Kind of actions we are looking for
Supported activities may include desk research, fieldwork, travel, technical meetings, workshops, local actions, and procurement of external expertise. Possible focus areas include:
Funding and Key Dates
Upon signature of the agreement
Upon validation of the final report
Technical support
In addition to funding, SWIM partners will provide support through:
Timeline
Application process
The call is single-stage. Apply by filling in the form below [Available from 4 May].
Support & Contacts
For questions about applications, please contact us at:
