European Prize for Women Innovators Now Accepting Submissions

The European Innovation Council (EIC) and the European Institute of Innovation and Technology have come together to launch an exciting prize competition aimed at celebrating and supporting women innovators across Europe. The European Prize for Women Innovators is a prestigious award that seeks to inspire girls and women everywhere, highlighting the crucial role of inclusivity in the fields of technology and business.

Applications for the upcoming 2025 edition of the Prize are now officially open, with the deadline set for 25 September at 16.00 BST. This competition is open to women founders and co-founders from the EU and Associated Countries, including the United Kingdom. The top three applicants will be awarded prizes of €100,000, €70,000, and €50,000, respectively, recognizing their outstanding contributions to innovation.

One of the key categories within the competition is the EIC Women Innovators, which specifically targets women entrepreneurs within the European innovation ecosystem. This category aims to provide a platform for female innovators to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and projects. The winners of this category will not only receive financial rewards but also gain valuable visibility and recognition within the industry.

Another exciting category is the EIC Rising Innovators, designed for promising innovators under the age of 35. This category acknowledges the potential of young talents in driving innovation forward and offers prizes of €50,000, €30,000, and €20,000 to the top three applicants. By nurturing young innovators, the competition aims to foster a culture of creativity and entrepreneurship among the next generation.

The EIT Women Leadership category focuses on women who have a direct connection to the EIT Community. This category recognizes the leadership and impact of women within the innovation ecosystem and awards prizes of €50,000, €30,000, and €20,000 to the three highest-ranked applicants. By highlighting the achievements of women leaders, the competition aims to inspire others and promote gender diversity in innovation.