Mariya Gabriel

The European Commissioner for innovation, research, culture, education and youth, responsible for important EU programmes such as Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps and Creative Europe. Prior to that she was Commissioner for Digital Economy and Society, heading the launch of the Digital Single Market. She was also elected to the European Parliament in 2009, 2014 and 2019. Awarded with “Women of Influence 2018” and “Golden Apple” for highest achievements for women.