Competition & Award
2026 European Prize for Women Innovators
Apply by Sep 25, 2025
Application Closed
About
The 2026 European Prize for Women Innovators, organized by the European Innovation Council, recognizes and rewards groundbreaking contributions from female entrepreneurs across Europe, offering substantial cash prizes in multiple categories to inspire and promote gender equality in innovation.
Benefits
- Awards of €100,000, €70,000, and €50,000 for top three applicants in EIC Women Innovators categoryEIT Women Leadership Award of €50,000 for the winner, with €30,000 and €20,000 for runners-up
Eligibility Criteria
- Female founders or co-founders of companies established in an EU Member State or a Horizon Europe-associated country
- Innovations must demonstrate breakthrough potential, societal impact, and inspirational leadership
Target Region
EU Member States and Horizon Europe-associated countries
Target Sector
All Industries
European Innovation Council (EIC)