Interact small projects and SPF Meeting

Small project funds Post 2027 (Interreg VII) SCOs Audit

The meeting will bring together Interreg programmes using or considering small projects implemented directly or through a Small Project Fund (SPF), to exchange practical experience and discuss their future role in Interreg.

The first day will combine the financial and implementation perspective with a broader discussion on the role of small projects in strengthening the local dimension of territorial cooperation. We will also discuss practices and simplification regarding small projects management. 

Particular attention will be given to simplified implementation methods, SCOs and draft budgets, including experience from audits and controls.

The meeting will also look beyond the current programming period and discuss the place of small projects and SPF Post 2027, including opportunities and requirements emerging from the proposed regulatory framework.

The second day of event will focus on Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) and explore whether elements of the CLLD approach could provide inspiration for the future development of Small Project Funds, including ideas emerging from the European Commission and OECD.