How the UPre programme changed the lives of two extraordinary women
I can achieve a lot more than I thought Monika, a mother of five children, lives in a Roma settlement in Dobšiná. It is one of the least developed regions of eastern Slovakia, where there is an extreme lack of job opportunities. Monika could not find a job either, so she applied to the UPre […]
What did the women learn from the training at Deutsche Telekom Services Europe Slovakia?
Working with computers, internet safety, creating and using own email, and creating an online resume were taught to four UPre women at the end of June at Deutsche Telekom Services Europe Slovakia, a partner of the UPre Women programme. In the first part of the training, Anna, Olga, Simona, and Timea learned how to behave […]
Who trains our UPre women?
Participants of the UPre Women programme receive training in professional area (writing a CV, preparing for an interview, etc.), financial literacy, as well as in personal development (gender equality, gender-based violence, strengthening communication skills, etc.). They are guided by experienced male and female professionals. UPre Women is an educational and developmental process that aims to […]
We wrote down barriers and recommendations for the employment of women from marginalized Roma communities (MRC)
During the implementation of the UPre Women programme and event with employers, we identified barriers that hinder Roma women from disadvantaged backgrounds from finding, obtaining, and, most importantly, maintaining employment. These barriers and tested solutions have been documented to assist employers and relevant government institutions. We divided the barriers into two levels -–personal and systemic […]
Women need support, not criticism
In the event called World of Women, successful women who have the opportunity to influence the lives of others and inspire people around them, have come together. Author Lenka Hlinková, director of a large company Katarína Vaškovičová, social worker Monika Duždová, and singer Katka Koščová shared their stories. The event was moderated by well-known screenwriter […]
The new publication captures our insights and approaches to empowering Roma women.
The “UPre Women” publication is full of findings, experiences, and recommendations we have gained from a year of working with women in Dobšiná and Veľký Krtíš. This practical publication captures our approaches to empowering Roma women (one of the most disadvantaged groups of people living in Slovakia). Our work and support lead them to gain […]
UPre Women moved to the Luník IX area in Košice
The programme helps Roma women from impoverished environments to change their mindset, become aware of their rights and responsibilities, and gain the desire and strength to work towards changing their lives. And the lives of their entire families. The stories of women from Luník IX are not simple, but participating in the programme is seen […]
Experts, employers, and Roma women discussed about a significant problem that receives too little attention in Slovakia
The employment rate of Roma women aged 16 to 64 is at 16%* In other progressive countries, these numbers would raise alarm, and authorities would urgently seek solutions. In Slovakia, most authorities act as if it doesn’t concern them. However, this alarming problem not only affects Roma women and their families but the entire society, […]
An ordinary conversation can turn anger into understanding
Slovak society is polarized in almost every topic. Instead of supporting each other and striving together for the common good, we throw obstacles in each other’s way and judge people we don’t even know. This negativity also happens in the world of women, when one points to another for not breastfeeding, another criticizes the other […]
Why is it important for whole families to be involved in the programme?
Participants in the UPre Women programme are women in households, taking care of children and the entire family. Therefore, they need their family members to support and replace them when they are attending training sessions. That’s why we systematically work and communicate with entire families. We explain to them why it’s important for women to […]
