Applications Open: 2026 European Prize for Women Innovators
The EIC – European Innovation Council and the EIT – European Institute of Innovation and Technology have officially launched the 2026 edition of the European Prize for Women Innovators!
Who’s it for?
- Women founders/co‑founders from EU Member States and Horizon Europe-associated countries.
- Rising Innovators under 35.
- Women leaders from the EIT Community.
Nine prizes across three categories:
- EIC Women Innovators: €100k, €70k, €50k
- EIC Rising Innovators: €50k, €30k, €20k
- EIT Women Leadership: €50k, €30k, €20k
Do not miss:
Info session: 24 June 2025, 11:00–12:00 CEST (online) (register here: https://lnkd.in/dDMU9bie)
Application deadline: 25 September 2025, 17:00 CEST
Discover all about it on the dedicated page here
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For further information on the call and application process, please visit the European Prize for Women Innovators website.
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