Institutionalizing Quality Rehabilitation and Reintegration Services for Violence Survivors II

Project Title: Institutionalizing Quality Rehabilitation and Reintegration Services for Violence Survivors II
Duration of the Project: 01.07.2024 - 30.06.2027
Donor: Austrian Development Cooperation

Project Overview
This project enhances access to quality services for GBV survivors in the Western Balkans by strengthening professional capacities, advocating for systemic changes, and empowering civil society. Through training programs, coaching, and the provision of SOS helplines, legal aid, and psychological support, it ensures survivors receive comprehensive assistance. Advocacy initiatives promote survivors' autonomy, push for institutionalized rehabilitation services, and campaign for better state budget allocations and policy implementation. Additionally, networking, monitoring, and knowledge-sharing activities empower civil society organizations to collaborate effectively and drive sustainable change. These efforts align with the Istanbul Convention, fostering improved support systems, survivor empowerment, and long-term impact in the region.

Country / Region: Western Balkan (WB) countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia.

Lead Organisation: Gender Alliance for Development Center (GADC) Albania 

Partners
• Albania:Albanian Women’s Empowerment Network (AWEN)
• Kosovo: Kosovo Women’s Network (KWN)
• Serbia: Autonomous Women’s Centre (AWC)
• Bosnia and Hercegovina: Foundation United Women (FUW)
• North Macedonia: National Network to End Violence against Women and Domestic Violence (NNVWDV)
• Montenegro: Women’s Rights Centre (WRC)

Expected Impact and Results
Impact: Achieving comprehensive access to quality services for gender-based violence (GBV) survivors in the Western Balkans (WB), in alignment with the Istanbul Convention (IC).
Outcome: Survivors of GBV will benefit from better-funded1 and improved-quality services.

Target Audience/ Beneficiaries
• Women Survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
• Children Witnessing or Experiencing Violence
• Local and National Decision-Makers
• Institutions Responsible for GBV Support and Local government structures (municipalities)
• Women’s Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)
• Media