Home Call for Applications The Inclusive Action Awards 2025 for women-led SMEs ($5,000 USD cash prize)

The Inclusive Action Awards 2025 for women-led SMEs ($5,000 USD cash prize)

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Application Deadline: April 10, 2025

Applications are now open for the 2025 Inclusive Action Awards. The Inclusive Action Awards – Global, launched by the Inclusive Action Hub, a Value for Women initiative, celebrate and recognize small and medium enterprises (SMEs) working to create more and better opportunities for women in emerging economies—as entrepreneurs, employees, and consumers.

The program is brought to you by the Inclusive Action Hub, led by  Value for Women and supported by Visa Foundation.

Requirements

  • Eligibility Criteria
  • 1. Company Size and Growth:
    – Be a medium-to-high-growth organisation (for-profit or non-profit) with fewer than 250 employees.
    – Operate at any stage of business development, from start-up to maturity.
    – Demonstrate a strong commitment to creating social impact.
  • 2. Legal Standing:
    – Be formally registered, legally recognised, and in good standing with relevant authorities in your country of operation.
  • 3. Track Record:
    – Show evidence of gender-inclusive practices in your organisation’s policies, activities, and operations.
  • 4. Business Integrity:
    – Maintain a proven record of integrity and ethical business practices.

Benefits

Winner Rewards

  • $5,000 USD cash prize
  • A certificate of recognition
  • Global media exposure and visibility
  • Recognition during a virtual award ceremony

Runner-Up Rewards

  • A certificate of recognition
  • Media exposure and visibility

Selection Criteria

  • Gender-Inclusive Intentionality: Integration of gender inclusion into your organisation’s mission and operations.
  • Innovation and Approach: Creativity and effectiveness of your gender inclusion initiatives.
  • Results & Impact: Tangible outcomes for women within your organisation and community.
  • Sustainability & Scalability: Plans to sustain and expand gender-inclusive practices.
  • Storytelling: The clarity and resonance of your gender inclusion journey

How to Apply

1. Check Your Eligibility

Review the eligibility criteria to ensure your organization meets all the requirements before beginning your application. 

2. Create an Account and Get Started

Sign up or log in to create your account. This will allow you to start your application, save your progress, and return to complete it over multiple sessions.

3. Prepare and Preview

Familiarize yourself with all the information and requirements outlined on this application page before you begin.

4. Complete the Application Form

Submit your application online through this awards portal. The form is available from January 29 to April 10, 2025 and includes multiple-choice and short-answer questions. The entire application should take approximately one hour to complete. You can work on your application on multiple sittings, as your progress saves automatically. Your application can be saved and worked on in multiple sessions.

5. Preview the Application

Review all information carefully before submitting.

6. Submit the Deadline

Ensure that you submit your complete application by April 10 2025 to be considered

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Inclusive Action Awards

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