How to open the door for women standing to aside?
At the UPre breakfast for partners, we discussed how to prepare women to meet employers’ expectations, shared our experiences, and inspired one another. Judita, a former program participant and now our colleague, shared her personal story of overcoming barriers. “We want to identify and better understand your needs. Since we are preparing women for employers […]
Why do we talk about violence against women and not against men?
In Slovakia, one in two women has experienced violence at the hands of a partner or spouse. Although men are generally more likely to be victims of certain crimes, women make up the majority of victims of domestic violence. In addition, they often experience violence because society downplays or overlooks it, and perpetrators are not […]
The Digital World Should Connect, Not Exclude
The digital world is changing faster than ever before. For some, it is full of opportunities; for others, it is yet another barrier. In Luník IX, women are learning that even the basics of computer skills can be a step toward independence, employment, and fulfilled dreams. We live in a digital age and are witnessing […]
When intergenerational poverty is solved together
Intergenerational poverty is a problem for the entire community, not just for the people who live in it. Because a village can only thrive to the extent that its most vulnerable residents thrive. This is how the mayor of Krivany, the newest community where we are implementing the UPre program for women, sees it. And […]
UPre women has a new look. Who designed the new program design?
The UPre Women program deserved a design that embodies not only its mission but also the strength and courage of UPre women. The new identity for UPre Women was the subject of a final-year project, and this is how it all came about.
Women shortlisted for a prestigious European award
The UPre Women program has been shortlisted among the eight finalists for the 2026 CEB Award for Social Cohesion, selected from 177 nominations from across Europe. Although he did not ultimately win the award, this is a significant international recognition of his impact. The CEB Award for Social Cohesion 2026 is presented by the Council […]
The UPre Women program is expanding to new locations thanks to EU support
The UPre educational program for women is entering a new phase. Thanks to support from the European Union under the Slovakia Program, one hundred Roma women from marginalized communities will have the opportunity to develop the skills needed not only for the job market but also for a better quality of life. The program will […]
Gender equality does not erase differences. It lets people feel free
UPre women attended a book discussion on gender equality at Martinus in Košice. They had a new experience, gained new perspectives and insights, and showed the audience that they are part of our community and have something to say about important issues. The discussion (October 8, 2025) was organized by the civic associations Prima and […]
We continue our work at Luník IX, thanks to the support of two strong partners
New participants, more intensive training, and increased involvement of graduates. We continue our work with women in Luník IX, thanks to the support of the Karl Kahane Foundation and the Starbucks Foundation. During the pilot year of UPre Women, we worked in three distinct communities: Dobšiná, Veľký Krtíš, and Luník IX in Košice. This has […]
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 […]