Women Founders
Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders is a ten-week hybrid accelerator program for Seed to Series A technology startups based in Europe and Israel. The Accelerator is designed to bring the best of Google’s programs, products, people and technology to women-led tech startups using AI technology across Europe and Israel.
About the program
About the program
A global series of programs
Each cohort of 10-15 startups comes together to tackle technical challenges that can help grow their businesses through a mix of remote and in-person, 1-to-1, group learning sessions, and sprint projects.
Dedicated expert help
Founders outline the top technical challenges for their startup, and are paired with experts from Google and the industry to solve those challenges and grow their business.
Specialist deep dives
Accelerators include deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership development for founders.
Google for Startups Cloud program
Eligible participants receive up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits, dedicated support from startup experts, technical training and access to key industry events. Find out more.
Additionally, participants are eligible to receive 30 days of free Cloud TPU access through the TPU Research Cloud program to accelerate their open-source machine learning research. Find out more.
Key benefits
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Equity-free support
Equity-free support: For duration of program.
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Mentoring
Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.
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Training
Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google where offered.
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Access to experts
Access to Google's network of industry experts.
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Google product credits
Eligible startups receive product credits.
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Early access
Access to new Google products and tools as relevant.
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Strategic support
Support on company and product strategy.
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Technical project partnership
Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.
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Exposure
To potential partners, VCs and ecosystem players interested in AI startups.
Entry Criteria
Entry Criteria
Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage
Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model
Deeply technical, leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI
Commitment from CTO and/or AI Lead to participate and engage in required program sessions
We are committed to building accelerator classes with great startups, and encourage applications from all qualified startups
Key dates
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March, 2025
Program Kick-off
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June, 2025
Graduation
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June, 2025
Demo Day
Accelerator Alumni
Advisory Board
The program introduced us to mentors and investors, with one choosing to invest in us. Mentors also helped us enhance our GenAI and optimize our processes. It was a fantastic and rewarding experience!
Frequently asked questions