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From facts to change

We work in six areas that reinforce one another: from direct services for one woman to the laws that protect all women.

Six areas of work

  • 01

    Prevention and awareness

    We work to prevent gender-based violence and to raise awareness in Albanian society of women’s rights and gender issues.

  • 02

    Empowerment and participation

    We support women and girls to increase their participation and influence in social, economic and political life through empowerment and leadership programmes and the development of personal and professional skills.

  • 03

    Direct services

    We address the needs of women and girls who are victims of gender-based violence, including domestic violence, through direct services that support their social and economic empowerment.

  • 04

    Capacity building

    We strengthen the capacity of service providers who work to protect and support women and girls.

  • 05

    Advocacy and lobbying

    We advocate and lobby for respect for women’s rights and for gender justice in Albanian society.

  • 06

    Studies and research

    We carry out studies, analysis and research on gender issues, including gender-based violence and domestic violence.

Theory of change

How does change happen?

Participants seated in a circle during a discussion with SMART Balkans partners

Who we work for

The groups we serve

  • Women and girls who are survivors of gender-based violence, including domestic violence
  • Women and girls facing social and economic challenges
  • Young people studying at universities
  • Young people in secondary and nine-year schools
  • Service providers working to protect and support women and girls
  • The community

Themes

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