The Empowering Women in Agrifood (EWA) programme, a leading initiative by EIT Food, is thrilled to announce the launch of its 2025 edition and the opening of applications for aspiring and early-stage women entrepreneurs in the agrifood sector. Entering its 6th year, EWA continues its mission to equip talented women with the essential tools and support needed to thrive and drive innovation within the food system.

This year, EWA aims to support 130 ambitious female entrepreneurs from 13 eligible countries: Albania, Estonia, Greece, Italy, North Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Türkiye, and Ukraine. The intensive 6-month programme offers a comprehensive blend of online training, personalised mentoring, invaluable networking opportunities, and potential funding avenues.

Participants in the EWA programme will benefit from:

• Personalised Online Training: A tailored 6-month online journey designed to enhance business and entrepreneurial skills with access to a wealth of resources.
• Dedicated Mentorship & Ongoing Support: Over 20 hours of one-on-one mentoring from experienced professionals in business, agrifood, and entrepreneurship, along with complimentary access to the EIT Food Startup Guide.
• A Powerful Community: Immersion in a vibrant network of like-minded female entrepreneurs, participation in exclusive events alongside high-level stakeholders, and access to the extensive EWA Community of over 500 mentors and fellow entrepreneurs across the agrifood ecosystem.
• Funding Opportunities: The chance to unlock financial growth through country-specific prizes of €10,000 and €5,000, access to EIT Food programmes, and opportunities to connect with investors and build corporate partnerships.

EWA is committed to fostering inclusivity and welcomes women from all backgrounds, regardless of age, family situation, or prior business experience. The programme seeks individuals with a genuine interest in the agrifood sector and a strong commitment to actively participate in all programme activities. For those with existing businesses, the company should be registered for a maximum of three years, and any prior investment received should not exceed €60,000.

The selection process involves a thorough evaluation of applications based on eligibility criteria and a ranking system across five key areas by an external panel. Detailed information regarding the selection process can be found in the full Terms and Conditions document on the Application Process Page: https://www.eitfood.eu/projects/ewa-empowering-women-in-agrifood/eligibility

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to revolutionise the food system and become part of a global community of women leaders in agrifood.

Applications for the EWA 2025 edition are now open!

Apply here: https://eitfoodsouth.typeform.com/ewa-2025-apply?typeform-source=statics.teams.cdn.office.net