The Implementation, Funding and Initiatives section provides a strategic gateway to the tools, resources and actions that support the delivery and financing of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region (EUSDR). It brings together essential guidance on how the Strategy is translated into concrete actions on the ground, how stakeholders can access and align funding opportunities, and how high-impact initiatives contribute to macro-regional cooperation and cohesion across the Danube Region.

On this page you can explore:

Thematic implementation

This section outlines the thematic commitments and targets of the EUSDR Priority Areas, reflecting the core objectives of the revised EUSDR Action Plan. Here you will find detailed information on how the Strategy is put into practice through policy measures, cooperation mechanisms and planning frameworks that support shared goals from mobility and energy to environment, innovation and human capital.

Danube Strategy Flagships

Danube Strategy Flagships are standout projects and cooperation processes that have been recognised for their significant contribution to the Strategy’s objectives. They demonstrate macro-regional impact and multi-level governance, showcasing cooperation that strengthens economic, social and territorial cohesion. This area offers descriptions of ongoing projects, networks and processes that illustrate the extent of EUSDR implementation across sectors.

EU Funding and Investment

This subpage provides an overview of EU funding instruments relevant to EUSDR actors — from cohesion and innovation programmes to technical support hubs — and points to tools such as EuroAccess, a central database that helps implementers find and match funding opportunities to Danube Region needs. You will also find guidance on how the Strategy is embedded in EU operational programmes and investment frameworks for the current multiannual financial period.

Danube Youth Organisations Network (DYON)

This section provides information about Danube Youth Organisations Network (DYON) — an open platform for youth organisations across the Danube Region to connect, share experience, and engage with EUSDR governance and implementation processes. Complementing the Danube Youth Council, DYON enhances youth participation and cooperation at regional level and supports stronger engagement of young people in the Strategy’s activities.