Applications are now open for THE:PLACE Programme (2nd Edition)!

THE:PLACE is an exchange programme that brings together civil society organisations from Türkiye, the European Union, and enlargement countries to build lasting collaborations and create impact at the local level.

Co-managed by ALDA and the Center for Spatial Justice (MAD), and supported by the Mercator Foundation, the programme brings together CSOs and local authorities through capacity building, peer learning, and joint projects.

As THE:PLACE enters its second edition, the first call of this new cycle is now open. The programme invites CSOs and local authorities to co-develop solutions to shared local challenges.

🌍 This edition highlights participation, collaboration, and co-creation processes. Applications from those working on — or interested in — climate adaptation and digitalisation are particularly encouraged.

📅 Deadline: 5 June 2026

🔗 To learn more about the programme and the application process, you can visit the application page or take a look at the application guideline.