# International Call: Preparing for Tomorrow – Societies and Strategies in Times of Transition

**Funder:** Research Council of Finland
**Consortium:** Required — international consortium
**Eligible countries:** FI
**Official call:** https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/calls-for-applications/international-calls/international-call-preparing-for-tomorrow--societies-and-strategies-in-times-of-transition/
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

International call focused on societal transitions and strategies. International consortium required. Finnish applicants apply through the Research Council of Finland.

## Summary

The Research Council of Finland's "Preparing for Tomorrow, Societies and Strategies in Times of Transition" call funds research projects addressing societal transitions and strategic responses to change. An international consortium is required, with Finnish applicants applying through the Research Council of Finland. The call addresses how societies navigate large-scale transitions across policy, economy, culture, and sustainability.

## Who should apply

- Researchers and research teams based at Finnish institutions
- Project teams willing to form an international consortium with partners outside Finland
- Researchers in social sciences, humanities, economics, and related policy-relevant fields
- Applicants addressing societal challenges linked to large-scale transitions

## Key dates

- Call is open; check the Research Council of Finland website for the exact application deadline
- International consortium is required; coordinate with non-Finnish partners before submission

## Tips for applicants

- International consortium is mandatory; weak or poorly-integrated partnerships harm scoring, secure committed co-investigators and letters of commitment from all partners early.
- Frame your research in terms of societal relevance and transition strategy, not isolated disciplinary questions; this call prioritises applied insights.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is an international consortium required for this call?

Yes, an international consortium is mandatory for all projects in this call.

### Can I apply if I am based outside Finland?

No, Finnish applicants apply through the Research Council of Finland; applicants outside Finland join as consortium partners at the invitation of the Finnish lead applicant.

### What topics does this call cover?

The call focuses on societal transitions and strategic responses to change, spanning policy, economy, culture, and sustainability domains.

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