Innovative Measures for Women in Rural Areas (VwV – IMF)

The "Innovative Measures for Women in Rural Areas" program in Baden-Württemberg aims to improve employment and further training opportunities for women in rural areas, especially in LEADER areas. It targets educational institutions and women who wish to invest in the development of their non-agricultural micro-enterprises. The funding aims to counteract demographic change, prevent the emigration of young people and women, and strengthen public services and the economic structure in rural areas.

Funding under "Innovative Measures for Women in Rural Areas" supports specific projects aimed at strengthening the position of women in rural areas of Baden-Württemberg. It promotes qualification and coaching measures as well as investments in non-agricultural micro-enterprises, each of which must meet certain criteria.

The program provides grants for eligible projects. The amount of funding varies depending on the type of project and the geographical location, with an increased funding rate provided for for investments in LEADER areas.

The funding is subject to specific conditions concerning both eligibility and the implementation of the measures. Special attention is given to requirements for concepts, minimum participant numbers for educational measures, and compliance with the de minimis rule.

Applications for "Innovative Measures for Women in Rural Areas" are submitted to the competent regional councils (Regierungspräsidien) in Baden-Württemberg. It is important to submit the application on time and with all required documents, although certain projects allow for a project start before application.

The funding program "Innovative Measures for Women in Rural Areas" is based on a specific administrative regulation of the Ministry of Rural Affairs in Baden-Württemberg, supplemented by a series of EU regulations and national laws.