BLUEDOTS project event – Málaga (Spain) – 22th and 23th of May – Open Call for Proposals

BlueDots Project event in Málaga (Spain) the 22th and 23th of May

DIRECT: https://diesis-network.coop/bluedots/financial-support/

We invite you to submit a proposal for participation in the

BlueDots Project event in Málaga (Spain) the 22th and 23th of May, organized to advance social innovation, sustainability, and collaborative blue economy. Successful applicants will receive 800€ in financial support to cover participation costs (e.g., travel, accommodation, project expenses).

Key Details:

  • Deadline for submissions: April 4th, 2025
  • Grant amount: 800€ per selected proposal
  • Eligibility: Open to NGOs, researchers, social entrepreneurs, and innovators working on solutions aligned with BlueDots’ themes.

How to Apply:

  1. Review the call guidelines: https://diesis-network.coop/bluedots/financial-support/
  2. Submit your proposal via the provided process before the deadline.

This initiative, co-funded by the European Union, aims to foster collaboration and scale impactful ideas about social economy in the blue sector. We encourage you to share this opportunity within your network.

For questions, contact the BlueDots team directly through the website.

Financial support

Open Call for Proposals: Financial Support for Social Economy SMEs in the Blue Economy Sector
We open the application for the first Living Lab in Málaga, Spain, two-day transnational capacity-building event under BLUEDOTS project.

We announce the launch of an Open Call for Proposals for Financial Support targeting Social Economy SMEs and enabling organizations in the blue sector across Europe.

This initiative is designed to foster the digital transformation of operations within the blue economy, driving a transition toward smarter, more sustainable, and inclusive business models.

Digital Transformation for a Sustainable Blue Economy

Living Labs

The Bluedots Living Labs are collaborative spaces designed to foster innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation in the Blue Economy.

These hubs bring together SMEs, entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers, and community stakeholders to co-create, test, and implement solutions tailored to address the unique challenges of the Blue Economy

Each Living Lab focuses on a specific aspect of the Blue Economy, offering hands-on learning experiences, collaborative opportunities, and practical tools to empower social economy SMEs. Participants work together to develop innovative solutions, blending expertise across sectors. Projects are tested in operational settings, ensuring practicality and scalability. SMEs receive coaching, financial assistance, and mentorship to maximise their impact.