Funding of Youth Competitions

Support for Youth Competitions in Carinthia
In Carinthia, a variety of initiatives are supported to strengthen the cultural and linguistic participation of children and young people. Through grants for speech competitions, the state’s children and youth book prize, as well as the state youth singing competition, participants can engage in school and extracurricular activities that promote creativity, communication skills, and democratic awareness. The funding is aimed at private applicants who develop and implement innovative competition formats within the framework of youth and educational work. The goal is to discover emerging talents, strengthen social cohesion, and sustainably support young people in their personal development.

Framework and Objectives of the Funding
The funding measure is continuously open and offers flexible application options without fixed deadlines. As an instrument of socio-political support, it covers the thematic areas of children and youth, education, commitment to democratic participation, labor & social affairs, as well as vocational training and further education. By providing financial resources, organizers are relieved and can ensure low-threshold access to cultural competitions. The administration and implementation are the responsibility of Department 13 – Society and Integration of the Carinthian State Government, which provides comprehensive advice and support and has experience in planning socio-political projects. This funding line creates an attractive offer that encourages active participation in a vibrant youth life in the region and strengthens social cohesion in the long term.