Irida: Safe space for 650 women at risk in Greece

Dear Supporter,

We are thrilled to announce that we have been selected as one of the five gender equality champions in GlobalGiving's Girl Fund.

The Girl Fund is dedicated to supporting community-led organizations, helping women and girls around the world. Out of more than 100 applicants, we have chosen for our work, protecting, empowering, and supporting more than 550 refugee, asylum-seeking, migrant, and local women from 37 different countries who live in North Greece. 

Furthermore, we would like to share with you the progress of our project and its impact on women's life. 

Within the first semester of 2021:

• We did 461 interventions, providing refugee, asylum-seeking, and migrant women with children with monthly supermarket vouchers, aiming to cover essential living costs. 
• We provided 99 cases with essential medication for chronic illnesses and emergencies, which otherwise, the women could not have accessed. 
• We did 297 legal appointments, offering crucial legal aid to our members.
  
  

Last but not least, in early July, we were able to kick off our new language cycle, offering a hybrid form of classes. In particular, we offer English & Greek lessons twice a week: one time, it takes place in our physical space and another via online platforms. During the physical classes, all preventative measures against the pandemic are strictly followed by our staff members and our community. The safety of our members is a top priority for us. 

We know that this year has been challenging for all of us—but if you are able to give, your compassion will support more women to heal their traumas and rebuild their lives. Εvery action of love can go a long way and have a positive impact. 

Thank you for your solidarity! Stay strong and safe until our next report.

With love, 

Lydia Siapardani

Links:

• Meet 5 Gender Equality Leaders Breaking Barriers For Women
• The Girl Fund - A GlobalGiving's Initiative