Conferences and Events
Summits, challenges and gatherings worth showing up for, in person and online.
3 opportunities open
ImpactHER / African Union Women Conference
ImpactHER / African UnionAfrica
Deadline: 31 December 2026
High-level continental ecosystem alignment and cross-border trade training. Eligibility: Female business entrepreneurs managing trade entities across Africa. Prepare: Government ID, Business operations sheet, Registration verification. Application deadline: Late 2026 cut-off (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunitySouth Summit Innovation Challenge
South SummitEurope & Global
Deadline: 31 January 2027
Mainstage pitching opportunities, VC matching, and corporate tracks. Eligibility: High-growth startups across tech tracks seeking visibility in Europe. Prepare: Complete Slide Deck, Financial Model, MVP System Overview. Application deadline: January 31, 2027 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityWE Empower UN SDG Challenge 2026
WE EmpowerGlobal
No deadline stated
Elite international pitch coaching, summit travel, and network access. Eligibility: Female business owners globally advancing Sustainable Development Goals. Prepare: Documented Impact Metrics, Pitch Deck, Two Reference Letters. Application deadline: October 10, 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
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