The Women Who Are Lighting the Path: Meet the Cartier Women's Initiative 2026 Fellows
The Cartier Women's Initiative celebrated its 20th anniversary in Bangkok by honoring 30 female entrepreneurs from around the world. The fellows receive funding, coaching, and networking opportunities to support businesses addressing global challenges like healthcare and sustainability.
Why it matters
This initiative highlights the growing role of female-led social entrepreneurship in solving critical global issues through business innovation.
SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2026 | Nongluck Ajanapanya สลับเป็นเสียงผู้ชาย Play Loading... From AI-powered eye clinics to reef restoration and electric last-mile delivery, 30 extraordinary women are changing the world through business — and Thailand's entrepreneurs could be next in line The Cartier Women's Initiative celebrated its 20th anniversary by honoring 30 women entrepreneurs from around the world as its 2026 fellows at an awards ceremony in Bangkok. The fellows are recognized for creating impactful businesses that address global challenges in sectors like AI-powered healthcare, environmental sustainability, and digital workforce training. The initiative provides winners with grant funding of up to $100,000, a year-long fellowship with business coaching, academic training, and access to a global support network. The 2026 cohort includes entrepreneurs from diverse countries like Nepal, Colombia, and Uganda, with projects ranging from AI eye-screening clinics to platforms for disabled professionals.
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