A community

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Where Women in innovation come Together

to be heard, seen, and supported

Hundreds of women from 30+ countries are driving and shaping innovation

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Women who lead and design innovation

Our members span across a diverse range of industries, including innovation consulting, technology and infrastructure, creative and consumer sectors, public policy and development, as well as industrial and technical fields

A global community

Where women in innovation come together to be heard, seen, and supported.

VOWI is a private network of hundreds of women from 30+ countries who lead and design innovation — across consulting, technology, creative industries, public policy, and beyond.

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our story

Our Story
VoWI was founded by Erila

Driven by her desire to create a supportive space where women in innovation can share opportunities, build meaningful connections, and strengthen their presence in the field. 

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our story

VoWI was founded by Erila

Driven by her desire to create a supportive space where women in innovation can share opportunities, build meaningful connections, and strengthen their presence in the field. 

Our Values

We believe in a community where members contribute as much as they gain, fostering a culture of meaningful exchange, collaboration, and shared success.

Every interaction should uplift, educate, or inspire. We prioritize contributions that benefit the group as a whole rather than self-promotion

We actively share job openings, speaking engagements, funding opportunities, and other resources that empower women in innovation and leadership.

A strong network is built on trust and willingness to help. We encourage members to exchange ideas, offer guidance, and collaborate openly.

 Recognizing and uplifting each other’s achievements strengthens our collective impact and fosters a spirit of encouragement.

We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, fostering a space where every woman, regardless of her background, feels valued and heard

 This is a collective effort. Members are encouraged to take initiative, start discussions, and bring forward ideas that drive positive change.

Clear, constructive, and respectful communication is essential. We maintain a space where every voice matters and where kindness and professionalism guide our interactions.

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Woman Innovator of the Year 2026

If you are nominating another woman, fill out the form for the other woman
Share your innovation story (provide details what problem you solved, and the innovative solution given). The story can be of this year or more long term. Please share your story in a simple and authentic way, covering the following points:• A brief introduction about yourself and your background • What inspired you to start your innovation journey • The problem or challenge you identified • How your innovation/project/idea was developed • The impact or change your innovation has created in your industry, community, or society • Any challenges you faced during the journey and how you overcame them • Your future vision or goals related to your innovationWe would also request you to share: • Relevant photographs/images related to your journey, work, innovation, events, or achievements • Short video clips (if available) that can help us during video creation and storytelling • Any media features, presentation clips, workspace visuals, or behind-the-scenes moments that reflect your journey authenticallyThe more personal and real the story feels, the more impactful the final storytelling piece becomes.
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Photos, short video clips, or behind-the-scenes shots that bring your story to life.
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Brochures, impact reports, presentation decks — anything that strengthens your story.