The European Commission has announced the third edition of the EU Prize for Women Innovators. The prize aims to raise awareness of the need for more female entrepreneurs and to inspire other women to follow in their footsteps. The first prize is worth €100,000, the second prize €50,000 and third prize €30,000.
Speaking at the competition’s launch, Commissioner European Commissioner for Research, Science and Innovation Carlos Moedas said: “There may have been some improvement in recent years but, in Europe, female researchers and entrepreneurs remain a minority. Whether economically, intellectually or socially, we cannot afford to continue missing out on this vast pool of untapped talent. The EU Prize for Women Innovators recognises women entrepreneurs for their valuable achievements, inspiring both men and women alike.”
Věra Jourová, European Commissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality, added: “Gender equality is not only a moral imperative but it also makes economic sense. “Diversity is good for innovation and entrepreneurship, because it brings new talent and fresh ideas.”
The contest is open to all women who have founded or co-founded their company and who have at some point of their careers benefitted from EU’s research and innovation funding. Contestants will be able to submit their applications until 20 October 2015. A jury will select the three winners who will be announced in 2016.
Entries will be accepted from 10 March until 20 October.
For more information visit http://tinyurl.com/3wtyndw.
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