Description
Human Rights issues such as gender equality, gender-based violence and human trafficking require specific knowledge which is not always available to those tackling the concrete problems. This project is specifically designed to prepare social agents as social workers and volunteers from NGOs or other entities which may directly or indirectly deal with at-risk populations, by providing training to ensure that they are better able to address the aforementioned issues. Also, teachers and trainers who can raise awareness and provide training on the topics proposed by the project in their workplaces and intervention activities will also be targeted. There will also be awareness-raising actions directed at vulnerable populations. After the completion of the activities, the beneficiaries are expected to be able to spread knowledge in the subject issues within their organizations, which will result in a multiplying effect.
Summary of project results
The project addressed important Human Rights issues in Portugal, such as gender equality, gender-based violence and human traffic, on which the promoter works regularly. It empowered 266 workers and volunteers from organizations working nationwide with relevant training and awareness-raising activities on ways to better deal with at-risk populations. Also, it made the promoter and its activities better known and provided useful networking opportunities for future activities. 17 NGOs informally provided support to the project. The project covered most of the country, including places which were not originally planned, such as Madeira Island. The 22 actions were deemed successful - the feedback from the attendees was often very positive, and in some cases, such as in schools, it is foreseeable that the project will have a lasting effect, and/or will lead to additional activities in the future. The promoter also became a certified trainer, gaining skills and a source of future revenues.
Summary of bilateral results