TLDR:
- Only 15% of tech startups are founded by women, who receive less funding in both entrepreneurial and investment fields.
- The SUPERNOVAS programme, led by EIT Food, EIT Manufacturing, and EIT Urban Mobility, aims to empower women in STEAM fields through various initiatives.
The Supernovas programme: Skyrocketing women in entrepreneurship and investment
The entrepreneurial and investment ecosystems have historically been plagued with gender imbalances, with women being significantly underrepresented. The SUPERNOVAS programme, launched by EIT Food, EIT Manufacturing, and EIT Urban Mobility, seeks to address this disparity by empowering women in the STEAM fields. Key elements of the programme include:
- Women Investment Network (WIN) supporting female investors at various career stages.
- Rocket Up project aiding women-led startups in international expansion within Europe.
- Women2Invest focusing on training STEAM graduates for venture investment roles.
- Data Room for collecting data on female-led startups.
- Women Leadership Programme for enhancing leadership skills of female entrepreneurs.
By providing targeted support and opportunities for women in entrepreneurship and investment, the SUPERNOVAS programme aims to bridge the gender gap in these sectors, promoting diversity and boosting innovation in Europe’s economy.
