The Call for the Europlanet Outreach Funding Scheme 2017 and Europlanet Prize for Public Engagement 2017 is now open.

Are you looking for funding to kickstart an outreach project related to planetary science?  Or have you run a successful outreach project for which you deserve some recognition?

 Applications are now open for the Europlanet Outreach Funding Scheme 2017 and Europlanet Prize for Public Engagement 2017.

 About the Europlanet Outreach Funding Scheme 2017

Europlanet awards grants of between 5 000 and 15 000 Euros to fund projects to engage the public with planetary science. Through the funding scheme, Europlanet aims to encourage new ways of bringing planetary science to audiences across Europe and inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. The call for applications is now open and closes on 31st January 2017.  

Find out more at: http://www.europlanet-eu.org/outreach/funding-scheme/

About the Europlanet Prize For Public Engagement 2017

The Europlanet Prize for Public Engagement recognises achievements in engaging European citizens with planetary science. The Prize of 4 000 Euros is awarded annually to individuals or groups who have developed innovative practices in planetary science communication and whose efforts have significantly contributed to a wider public engagement with planetary science.  The call for nominations for the Europlanet Prize for Public Engagement 2017 is now open and closes on 31st January 2017.

Find out more at: http://www.europlanet-eu.org/outreach/prize/