Women and IP Symposium 2026: Aleksandra Mihailović
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Aleksandra Mihailović, Assistant Director, IP Office Institute for the Protection of the Heritage, Republic of Serbia
If you have a brilliant idea, then here's the truth: as long as you don't protect it, someone else might profit from it.
Intellectual property is born from problem-solving and creativity. It is the bridge between your idea and the market. For women navigating the IP system for the first time, here's what really matters.
Educate yourself. IP can feel complex, but learning the basis of patents, trademarks, and copyrights gives you power to spot opportunities to know exactly what can you protect and how to turn your creativity into value.
Find the right support. Mentors, advisors, or IP offices can guide you through the procedures.
Build networks. Connect with other women innovators, share experience, and grow together.
Use available programs. Many institutions offer fee discounts, pro bono help, or training designed for women entrepreneurs.
Search IP databases. Protect your creativity by knowing what's already registered. Think of IP not as paperwork, but as a powerful tool to attract investments, create jobs, and scale your business.
So think strategic, think smart. Unlock the potential of intellectual property, drive change, and benefit from your work.
Aleksandra Mihailović, Assistant Director, IP Office Institute for the Protection of the Heritage, Republic of Serbia
If you have a brilliant idea, then here's the truth: as long as you don't protect it, someone else might profit from it.
Intellectual property is born from problem-solving and creativity. It is the bridge between your idea and the market. For women navigating the IP system for the first time, here's what really matters.
Educate yourself. IP can feel complex, but learning the basis of patents, trademarks, and copyrights gives you power to spot opportunities to know exactly what can you protect and how to turn your creativity into value.
Find the right support. Mentors, advisors, or IP offices can guide you through the procedures.
Build networks. Connect with other women innovators, share experience, and grow together.
Use available programs. Many institutions offer fee discounts, pro bono help, or training designed for women entrepreneurs.
Search IP databases. Protect your creativity by knowing what's already registered. Think of IP not as paperwork, but as a powerful tool to attract investments, create jobs, and scale your business.
So think strategic, think smart. Unlock the potential of intellectual property, drive change, and benefit from your work.
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