World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Geneva, Switzerland
2025
Information
The WIPO Global Awards recognize small businesses, startups and university spinouts that leverage IP-backed innovation to achieve business goals and social impact. The awards include mentorship, access to WIPO resources, global visibility, and attendance at the awards ceremony with travel expenses covered.
Benefits
Tailored mentorship for commercialization of innovations, exclusive access to WIPO resources, global visibility and recognition, and access to the awards ceremony and networking events in Geneva, Switzerland.
Eligibility
Open to SMEs and startups located in at least one of WIPO’s 193 Member States, meeting specific size and IP criteria.
Application
Apply through the online application available in six languages.
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