The NATI00NS project aims at preparing regional and national stakeholders across Europe to apply for and implement soil health Living Labs.

The project introduced its Helpdesk, providing assistance to applicants for topics 01-08 and 01-09 of the EU Mission 'A Soil Deal for Europe' open calls. The Helpdesk supports applicants in different ways, including explaining Open Call rules, application procedures, eligibility criteria, proposal validation, and answering scientific and technical questions related to the proposal scope.

To support applicants, the Helpdesk offers the following services:

• Frequently Asked Questions: applicants can find answers to common questions about the application process, suitable for both new and experienced applicants. The helpdesk provides valuable tips and guidance to ensure a successful application.
   
• Support webform: it can be used to submit specific requests related to the Mission, open call applications, or the establishment of soil health Living Labs and Lighthouses.
   
• Mentors: contact points in various Member States and Associated Countries act as mentors to potential applicants. They assist in organising ideas around a particular soil health challenge at the regional level and provide advice on the initial phases of setting up a Living Lab.

Learn more here.