European Microfinance Award 2025
European Microfinance Award 2025
Applications are now open for the European Microfinance Award 2025
We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the European Microfinance Award 2025 (EMA 2025)! This year’s theme, “Building Resilience Through Inclusive Insurance,” invites applications from organisations that support low-income and vulnerable communities in managing risk and building resilience through accessible and effective insurance solutions.
The EMA is a prestigious annual award presented by the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, Defence, Development Cooperation, and Foreign Trade, and is jointly organised by e-MFP and Inclusive Finance Network Luxembourg (InFiNe). This year, the Microinsurance Network is proud to join as a strategic partner.
🏆 Award Prizes:
- Grand Prize: €100,000
- Runner-Up Prizes: €10,000 each
In addition to financial rewards, winners will gain global recognition, opportunities to scale their innovative solutions, and a platform to showcase their excellence in inclusive insurance.
📅 Key Dates:
🔹 Application deadline: 10 April 2025, 23:59 CEST
🔹 Application guidance sessions (organised by e-MFP to go over the Award process and answer any questions):
- English session: 25th March, 10h00 CET. Register here
- Spanish session: 25th March, 16h00 CET. Register here
- French session: 26th March, 16h00 CET. Register here
For full details on eligibility, selection criteria, and the benefits of taking part, please refer to the European Microfinance Award website.