Alliance for awareness and activation of Roma women

About this project

<p><span style="font-size: 11pt"><span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;, sans-serif">The project focused on addressing outdated perceptions within Roma communities, particularly concerning the role of women and early marriage, while also challenging stereotypes held by the wider society. Its goal was to raise awareness, encourage reflection, and promote communication to foster mutual understanding and social progress. The project was implemented in the municipalities of Agia Varvara and Ilida, both of which have significant Roma populations and extensive experience working with this target group. The selection of these municipalities was intentional, as they are home to large Roma communities and possess significant expertise in addressing their needs. Roma ombudsmen from the Roma branches of the Community Centres in these municipalities served as mediators with the Roma community, while the municipalities acted as a bridge for communication with the local population. Additionally, the Municipal Equality Committees in both municipalities ensured the sustainability of the project and laid the groundwork for the creation of a network of inter-municipal cooperation in the regions of Attica and Western Greece.</span></span></p>

Project partners

• Municipality of Aghia Barbara Project partner· Greece
• Municipality of Ilida Project partner· Greece
• Hellenic Society for Local Development Project partner· Greece