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EIC Women Leadership Programme 2026

Run by European Innovation Council / European Commission, EIC Women Leadership Programme 2026 gives women researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs who meet EIC or eligible EIT participation criteria access to structured mentoring. A European leadership journey combining practical training, individual mentoring, business coaching and networking for women in the innovation ecosystem.

Who is it for?

Women researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs who meet EIC or eligible EIT participation criteria

Mentoring in an international network

EIC Women Leadership Programme 2026 is part of the activities of European Innovation Council / European Commission and is intended for women researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs who meet EIC or eligible EIT participation criteria.

Structure

A European leadership journey combining practical training, individual mentoring, business coaching and networking for women in the innovation ecosystem.

Programme reach

The available source positions the programme as Europe-wide, with a focus on innovation, women leadership.

Applications

For the latest cohort, eligibility and deadlines, participants should refer directly to the official programme source.