Recognize, value, and inspire. These are the pillars of the Sebrae Women in Business Award, which is accepting applications until June 15. The initiative, which since 2004 honors women entrepreneurs across the country, seeks to highlight stories of innovation, resilience, and positive impact on the economy and society.
Exclusively aimed at women leading small businesses, the Award recognizes stories of those who faced challenges, turned ideas into companies, and actively contribute to the development of their communities. Over its history, more than 100,000 entrepreneurs have participated in the award, which has become one of Sebrae’s most emblematic actions for strengthening female entrepreneurship.
Divided into five categories: Small Businesses, Rural Producer, Individual Microentrepreneur (MEI), Science and Technology, and International Business, the Award includes entrepreneurs from different profiles and sectors, from those just starting to those already operating in markets outside Brazil.
“The Award is one of Sebrae’s most important initiatives focused on female entrepreneurship. It values real stories of women who faced challenges, innovated, and transformed their lives through business. Beyond recognition, it inspires other entrepreneurs and strengthens the ecosystem with positive and powerful references,” explains Susana Ströher, State Manager of Sebrae Delas.
To participate, the business must have been in operation for at least one year and meet the criteria for each category. Winners gain not only visibility but also support to continue growing and making an impact.
“When we talk about female entrepreneurship, we’re not just talking about women—we’re talking about business and, consequently, social and economic development. The Award brings visibility and recognition to these inspiring stories of women being contacted and paves the way for others,” Ströher explains.
Interested entrepreneurs can apply for free on the website https://sebrae.com.br/sites/PortalSebrae/empreendedorismofeminino/premiomulherdenegocios.
