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Qendra për Drejtësi Gjinore në Shqipëri

Summary of the project

The project aims to address the issue of violence against women and girls in Tirana. Despite efforts made in this direction in Albania, cases of femicide in 2021 indicated that there is still a serious concern in Albanian society. Therefore, the Municipality of Tirana approved the Local Action Plan for Gender Equality, with the aim of strengthening the safety and protection of victimized women and girls. Through this project, support and counseling will be provided by the Municipality of Tirana to improve the handling of violence cases by the Administrative Units. This initiative aims to enhance protection and safety for women and girls experiencing violence in Tirana, including raising awareness, building capacities, and providing effective support.

Project goals

The goal of the project is to enhance the safety and protection of women and girls who are victims of domestic violence and gender-based violence in the Municipality of Tirana. The specific objectives include identifying issues and best practices in handling violence cases by the employees of the Municipality of Tirana, equipping the employees with the ability to identify factors that jeopardize the safety and lives of domestic violence victims, as well as effectively addressing the cases; advocating at the Municipality of Tirana for improving services for victims of domestic violence and gender-based violence.

Target groups and beneficiaries

The employees of the Administrative Units of the Municipality of Tirana;

Women and girls who are victims of domestic violence and gender-based violence in the Municipality of Tirana.

Main activities

Coordinating meetings with the Directorate of Social Services, Municipality of Tirana;

Focus groups with employees of the Administrative Units;

Preparation of the Guidebook for employees of the Administrative Units;

Distribution of the Guidebook to all Administrative Units of the Municipality of Tirana;

Advocacy at the Municipality of Tirana for improving the response of the Administrative Units in protecting violence victims.