The European Chips Diversity Alliance (ECDA), an EU-funded initiative coordinated by SEMI Europe, has officially opened nominations for the 2025 Spark Excellence Award. As part of ECDA’s commitment to fostering a more inclusive and equitable semiconductor ecosystem, this award recognises individuals making significant contributions to inclusion within the European microelectronics industry.

Celebrating leaders who inspire progress and measurable change, the Spark Excellence Award spotlights professionals whose dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is driving real impact across the sector.

Know someone in the semiconductor industry who’s driving real change in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)? This is your chance to celebrate them! 💥

Whether they’re a mentor, advocate, or quiet changemaker—if they’ve made a measurable impact on workplace inclusion and inspired others to do the same, we want to hear their story. 🙌

📝 Nominate someone who inspires you today!
📥 Find the nomination guide and submission here 
📅 Deadline: 30 September 2025

Let’s shine a light on those building a more inclusive future in chips. 💡💫