The European Prize for Women Innovators highlights women’s pivotal role in driving innovation. By showcasing their success, the prize inspires girls and women and demonstrates the importance of inclusivity in technology and business. Get to know the last edition’s winners and their groundbreaking innovations.
Systemic barriers still hinder women’s advancement in technology and business sectors. The EIC and EIT are committed to breaking these barriers and promoting women’s empowerment. Recognising their indispensable role in creating a better future is just a tiny part of what the EIC and EIT do to help women in business and tech.
Prize categories:
- EIC Women Innovators category: Open to women founders and co-founders from the EU and Associated Countries. Three prizes of EUR 100 000, EUR 70 000 and EUR 50 000 are awarded to the three highest-ranked applications.
- EIC Rising Innovators category: Targeting promising innovators under the age of 35. Three prizes of EUR 50 000, EUR 30 000 and EUR 20 000 are awarded to the three highest-ranked applications.
- EIT Women Leadership category: Focused on women with a direct link to the EIT Community. Three prizes of EUR 50 000, EUR 30 000 and EUR 20 000 are awarded to the three highest-ranked applications.
Important dates:
- Application deadline: 25 September 2024 – 17:00 CET
How to apply:
If you meet the criteria outlined in the Rules of the Contest, submit your application through the Funding & Tender Opportunities portal for each prize category:
More information is available on the official website.