Applications are now open for the 2025 Bayer Foundation Women Empowerment Award. Are you a women-led enterprise building sustainable solutions in health or food security? This is your moment! Across Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East, Bayer Foundation is seeking 15 women who are ready to scale their ideas and create sustainable change. If you’re working on innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges in health and food security, now is the time to take your business to the next level.

Requirements

Lead with Purpose

You’re a founder, co-founder, or part of your enterprise’s leadership team.

Focus on Impact

Your business addresses critical challenges in health or food security with a sustainable and scalable model.

Drive Positive Change

Your work creates measurable outcomes in low- and middle-income communities.

Want to scale

Your enterprise generates up to $500,000 USD in annual revenue and you’re ready to take it to the next level.

Benefits

As one of 15 winners selected from Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, you’ll receive:
•    €25,000 cash support
•    6-month accelerator programme
•    Visibility through branded communication activities
•    Sponsored trip to award ceremony
•    Access to Bayer Foundation’s alumni community
•    Impact Hub Network community

The sponsored trip includes coverage for your international travel, travel insurance, accommodation, and visa expenses. An allowance of 30 EUR/day will also be provided for daily expenses. Any additional expenses or personal preferences beyond the covered items will be the responsibility of the participant.

Program Timeline:

Jan – 18 Feb: Applications

This is your moment to shine! Submit your application to share your vision, goals, and innovative solutions for health and food security.

April: Pitches

The top 30 applicants will be invited to pitch their ideas to a jury. Show your passion and vision to secure your place among the 15 winners.

June: Awards

Join a global celebration of excellence. Winners will travel to an exclusive event to receive their award, connect with peers, and showcase their achievements.

June – December: Accelerator

Embark on a transformative six-month programme filled with mentorship, expert advice, and tools to elevate your enterprise to the next level.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Bayer Foundation Women Empowerment Award

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