A Step Towards Gender Equality

About the project:

Democratic societies in which women and men have equal opportunities tend to be more developed compared to societies that still operate under a patriarchal system. In Macedonia, as a patriarchal society, it is of utmost importance to support women and strengthen their capacities. Thе goal of this project is to assist women to become more active in pursuing their rights, especially at the local government level. Through Women’s Forums, training and conferences, we will bring together a wide range of stakeholders that will discuss topics about gender equality. Since unemployed and poor women are one of the target groups of our project, we will provide information about where and how to obtain free counseling services for women whose rights are violated. Part of the training will help women increase their economic potential and help them develop business ideas.

Timeframe:

January 2009 – May 2010

Partners:

NGO “The Blue Project” – Ohrid, Centers for Social Work, Ministries of Internal Affairs, Courts, local media, Commissions for Equal Opportunities from Ohrid and Struga

Results:

Conducted awareness-raising campaign (brochures, fliers, monthly newsletters, TV interviews)
Established Women’s Forums in Ohrid and Struga and organized monthly discussions on various topics
Conducted and published research on gender equality
Organized 2 conferences and 8 training sessions
Submitted Plan of Action on Gender Equality to local authorities.