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Online applicant workshop: European Natura 2000 Award

The people and organisations protecting and managing Natura 2000 site(s) and interested in applying to become the next Natura 2000 Award winner are invited to participate in this online applicant workshop. 

  • Training and workshops

This dedicated, online workshop will provide an overview of the competition process, designed to help applicants across Europe understand the necessary steps needed to make a successful application. The workshop will provide concrete guidance on the application process, valuable insights and advice from a representative of the Award evaluation team. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to hear directly from previous finalists or winners, who will and what it has meant to them being recognised as a ‘European Natura 2000 hero’. The workshop will conclude with a Q&A session so you can address all your questions directly to the panel. 

Interested in joining the competition to become the next European Natura 2000 Award winner? Register now

The call for applications is open from 21 May to 30 September 2026. For more information about the Award, visit the Award website and sign up to the Award newsletter.  

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Book your seat, 1 week left to register, registration will end on Tuesday 16 June 2026, 20:00 (CEST)

  • protected area | biodiversity
  • Wednesday 17 June 2026, 10:30 - 12:30 (CEST)
  • Online only

Practical information

When
Wednesday 17 June 2026, 10:30 - 12:30 (CEST)
Where
Online only
Languages
English