What makes me special
Open to the world and deeply rooted in Tyrol.
I am Sophia Kircher, a Tyrolean and a European. My path into politics was shaped by the conviction that everyone can make a difference through commitment and cohesion. Find out more about me, my roots and what drives me.
Götzens, located in the heart of the Austrian Alps, has been my home for 30 years.
My passion for politics was sparked at an early age within my family. I realized early on that everyone can make a valuable contribution to our society – whether through volunteering or political involvement.
As deputy chairwoman of the university student council, I gained first political experience representing the interests of 28,000 students at the University of Innsbruck.
As part of my studies, I spent a year abroad at Brock University in St. Catharines, Canada.
During my time at university, I also completed various internships both in Austria and abroad – including at the Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs in Vienna and at the Foreign Trade Center of the Austrian Economic Chamber in London.
After graduating in International Economic Sciences from the University of Innsbruck in 2017, I worked in corporate communications.
With heart, commitment, and passion.
From my first steps in politics to the European Parliament – my journey has been shaped by curiosity, dedication, and the firm belief in empowering young voices in politics.
2018
- Entry into the Tyrolean Parliament
- Elected as Chairwoman of the Young People's Party of Tyrol
2021
- Elected as the youngest Vice President in the history of the Tyrolean Parliament
- Elected Deputy Federal Chairwoman of the Young People's Party of Austria
2022
- Elected Deputy Chairwoman of the Tyrolean People's Party
- Re-elected 1st Vice President of the Tyrolean Parliament
2023
- Elected as First Vice President of the Youth of the European People’s Party (YEPP)
2024
- Entry into the European Parliament with 23,411 preferential votes
- Elected Vice-Chair of the Committee on Transport and Tourism in the European Parliament
- Substitute Member of the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
- Substitute Member of the Delegation for relations with the United States
2025
- Elected Deputy Federal Chairwoman of the Austrian People’s Party
