INNOVATORINNEN

With INNOVATORINNEN the BMWET (Federal Ministry of Economy, Energy and Tourism) aims to strengthen women in applied Research and Innovation (R&I) in their roles as creators of innovative projects and ideas.

The program empowers highly qualified women to shape their visions, build strong interdisciplinary networks and expand their professional horizons through:

  • INNOVATORINNEN Leadership Program: A year-long development journey for 20 women in applied R&I. Applications for 2026 are expected to open in autumn.
  • INNOVATORINNEN Club: Career-focused workshops, training sessions and networking opportunities, hosted by various experts and successful alumnae. Open for women in applied R&I, no application required (registration on b2match).
  • Experimental formats and pilots including the INNOVATORINNEN Verwertungs-Werkstatt (Pilot 2025), where participants explore new ways to turn R&I results into societal impact. 
  • Alumnae network: A community of past participants (Leadership, Lab), fostering ongoing exchange, collaboration and co-creation.
Do you want to know more about INNOVATORINNEN?

For more information or to subscribe to the INNOVATORINNEN newsletter (in German), interested individuals can contact [email protected]. ​

Contact

OBEREDER Lisa

Lisa OBEREDER

+43 577 55-3506 +43 664 7 82435-27 E-Mail
LÖSCHNAUER Maria

Maria LÖSCHNAUER

+43 577 55-3510 E-Mail

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