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14. European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) Total programme budget 2021-2027: EUR 99.26 billion Sector: All cultural sectors Type of organisation All Type of actions: Under shared management, the ESF+ Managing Authority in each EU Member State or region is responsible for making the ESF+ available to beneficiaries, based on the specific needs of each territory
Mission The European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) is the main EU financial instrument for supporting jobs, social inclusion, education and training. The 2021-2027 ESF+ will help Member States to tackle the socio-economic consequences of the Covid-19 outbreak, foster a skilled and resilient workforce that is ready for the transition to a green and digital economy, achieve high employment levels and fair social protection.
Actions The level of ESF+ funding and the types of projects that are funded differ from one region and Member State to another depending on their particular investment needs and relative economic competitiveness. In 2021-2027, €98.7 billion will be made available to Member States and local authorities under shared management to finance the implementation of the principles of the European Pillar for Social Rights through actions in the area of employment, education & skills, and social inclusion.
How can the cultural and creative sectors benefit in 2021-2027? The ESF+ can be a relevant financial instrument to support cultural and creative stakeholders affected by the pandemic and willing to develop projects boosting employment, improving the quality of education or upskilling of workers. Moreover, ESF+ projects can also be aimed at promoting the social inclusion of people in vulnerable situations, the integration of marginalised groups and at combating all forms of discrimination through cultural activities and initiatives. Member States should use the ESF+ to support actions of social
