Application Deadline: December 15, 2024
Applications are now open for the 7th Cohort EIC Women Leadership Programme. The European Innovation Council (EIC) is pleased to announce the launch of the 7th cohort of the EIC Women Leadership Programme (EIC WLP). Building on the success from the previous editions, this cohort running from February to April 2025, is open to researchers and entrepreneurs in early-stage ventures. It will serve the needs of researchers, and junior entrepreneurs (2 years or younger start-ups), by helping them validate and grow their early business ideas. It will provide valuable guidance on key business aspects, such as business set up, business model development and validation, access to early financing, etc. Each participant will get access to a mentor and business coach and will have the opportunity to expand their network through online events. Â
Eligibility criteria 
The 7th cohort of the EIC Women Leadership Programme is dedicated exclusively to women researchers and young entrepreneurs (2 years or younger startups). Eligible candidates have benefitted from one of the following schemes:
Researchers:
- EIC Pathfinder  Â
- EIC Transition  Â
- FTI under Horizon 2020Â
- FET Open and FET Proactive under Horizon 2020Â
(Co-)founders and managers (CEOs, CTOs, CFOs, COOs, CCOs, etc.) in early-stage ventures (younger than 2 years):
- EIC AcceleratorÂ
- Women TechEUÂ
- Seal of Excellence under Horizon EuropeÂ
Key components of the programme 
- Training Sessions:Â deep-diving into a variety of leadership and research topics.Â
- Networking Events:Â expanding your contacts into the research and business world.Â
- Coaching Scheme:Â addressing your research projects challenges.Â
- Mentoring Scheme:Â unlocking your personal career development.Â
Timeline
Before applying, please check the timeline of the EIC WLP activities below to ensure your availability:
| 12 November 2024 | Launch Open Call for Applications |
| 21 November 2024 9:00-10:00 AM CET | Info session about the programme You can register here! |
| 15 December 2024 | Application deadline |
| 20 January 2025 | Confirmation of participation |
| 18 February 2025 09:30-11:00 CET | Introductory workshop and welcome to the programme, online |
| 3-4 March 2025 | Kick-off bootcamp, Barcelona, Spain Optional: join MWC Barcelona 5-6 March 2025. While this event is organized independently, we highly encourage you to seize this opportunity. Please note that travel and accommodation costs are to be covered by the participant. |
| March-April 2025 Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 CET | Weekly Training sessions (8 in total) and networking activities, online |
| 24 April 2025 | Closing Ceremony |
| 29 April 2025 | Pitching event for selected startups, online |
More Info: EIC Women Leadership Programme
