Now Open: EIC Women Leadership Programme 5th Cohort for female researchers and aspiring female leaders

If you are a female researcher of an EIC Transition or EIC Pathfinder project, this is your opportunity to enhance your research skills and speed up your leadership journey.

The EIC Women Leadership Programme 5th cohort is officially open – submissions by potential participants must be made soon through this link before March 20, 2024 (EOD).

What is the Women Leadership Programme about?

The Women Leadership Programme is a skills enhancement and networking programme, aimed at empowering women in innovation and tech.

The EIC – European Innovation Council created the Women Leadership Programme in partnership with the EIT-European Institute of Innovation and Technology to expand Europe’s potential in deep-tech, science and businesses by improving women representation.

Who is eligible?

The 5th cohort of the EIC Women Leadership Programme is exclusively reserved for female researchers and aspiring female leaders from organisations that have participated in the following schemes:

EIC Pathfinder
EIC Transition
FTI under Horizon 2023
FET Open and FET Proactive under Horizon 2023

What activities should you expect in this 5th cohort?

Training Sessions
Networking Events
Coaching Scheme
Mentoring Scheme

Led by experienced trainers, the program will include virtual and in-person training sessions, individual coaching, mentoring, and dedicated networking events, encouraging active engagement and personal growth among participants.

How can you apply for this opportunity?

The process to apply includes filling out a survey you may find here.

You need to fill out a series of few short personal data questions, followed by business data about your organization, professional engagement questions and Career and Leadership aspirations questions. Finally, there are questions about your motivation as to why you are applying and want to be part of the programme.