The Cartier Women’s Initiative is an annual international entrepreneurship program that aims to drive change by empowering women impact entrepreneurs. Founded by Cartier in 2006, the program is open to women-run and women-owned businesses from any country and sector that aim to have a strong and sustainable social and/or environmental impact.
AWARDS
Global visibility and grant funding to impact entrepreneurs, selected as fellows, who are leveraging business as a force for good.
FELLOWSHIP
The fellowship is part of the human capital support they offer fellows. It is peer-, industry- and academic-based educational programming for skills and leadership development and business growth of fellows.
COMMUNITY
A vibrant, lifelong global community of 500+ active members that include impact entrepreneurs and their supporters.
INSIGHTS
Driving an active conversation on women-impacted entrepreneurs through content curation and research partnerships.
For each edition, three fellows will be selected from each of the nine regions below:
LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN
NORTH AMERICA
EUROPE
FRANCOPHONE SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA
Join for a special information session with award-winning fellows and judges on Thursday, May 15th, 2025 from 4-5pm CEST on how to apply.
What you’ll gain:
📌Step-by-step guidance on the application process
📌Clarity on eligibility and selection criteria
📌Live Q&A with fellows and jury members: Khadija El-Bedweihy, Manka S. Angwafo, Dr. Ishani Roy, Laura Harnett, co-hosted by Yvonne Brady and Dr Anino Emuwa
Register now and take the first step toward transforming your business and leadership journey ⤵️
Applications are open until June 24, 2025 — don’t miss this chance to learn more and connect with the community.
Deadline: June 24, 2025
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