Equality 2023
Project: Building societies free from violence against immigrant women, an intersectional perspective: Gender, origin, and social class
About the Program
The project “Building Societies Free from Violence Against Immigrant Women, an Intersectional Perspective: Gender, Origin, and Social Class” is an initiative funded by the Ministry of Equality and implemented by the NGO América, España, Solidaridad y Cooperación – AESCO.
As part of this project, a series of meaningful and valuable actions have been carried out, including the creation of materials and tools focused on raising awareness, sensitization, and prevention of gender-based violence specifically aimed at immigrant women. A crucial aspect of this process is understanding the existing protocols regarding gender-based violence against migrant women. These action protocols are essential to guarantee a coordinated and effective response to cases of violence, providing migrant women with access to the necessary resources and services.
Within this initiative, various actions have been carried out to foster collaboration among the different stakeholders involved in the prevention of and response to situations of violence that immigrant women may face. The active and coordinated participation of these actors is essential to comprehensively address this social challenge. This collaboration has made it possible to bring together the experience and knowledge of different stakeholders, including gender experts, social care professionals, public administration representatives, and, of course, immigrant women themselves, who have shared their experiences and perspectives.
As a result of this joint effort, educational material characterized by its practicality and accessibility has been created. This material has been designed with the specific needs of immigrant women in mind and provides valuable information on how to identify and respond to situations of gender-based violence. It is a resource that empowers these women by providing them with the necessary tools to recognize warning signs and take action to protect themselves.
In addition to this reactive approach, the project has generated educational tools aimed at prevention and awareness-raising. These tools focus not only on gender-based violence itself, but also on the different forms of violence that immigrant women may experience due to their gender, origin, and social status. By promoting fundamental values such as equality, diversity, respect, and the value of every individual, the project seeks to create a safer and more understanding environment in which all women, regardless of their origin or circumstances, feel protected and supported.
Zaragoza
Zaragoza
Madrid
Madrid
Valencia
Valencia
Zaragoza
Awareness
One of the fundamental pillars of the project has been the creation of awareness resources that go beyond individual support and focus on raising awareness within society as a whole. These resources place special emphasis on migrant women, recognizing the importance of highlighting the visibility of the different forms of violence to which this group may be exposed. Awareness is essential to promote a more inclusive and supportive society, as well as to eradicate discrimination and violence in all its forms.
Each video is a powerful tool for generating empathy, understanding, and action. Through stories and concrete examples, the complexity of migrant women’s experiences is illustrated, highlighting the need for support and solidarity from society as a whole. These videos offer a window into the lives of migrant women and help raise awareness among the public about the specific challenges they face, as well as the importance of a world free from gender-based violence.
Commemorative video for the 25N Campaign 2023
Equality Capsule 1: “There are no vulnerable women, there are women made vulnerable.”
From here, you will be able to watch a series of short videos taken from the live broadcast of our results presentation event held on December 12, 2023, in Madrid. We call this series “Equality Capsules,” as they are reflections that emerged from the development of this event. If you would like to watch the full live video, we invite you to visit our YouTube channel, AESCO ONG.
Equality Capsule 2: “Policies and resources exist, but they are not reaching all women. There is no equality.”
Program publication in the newspaper
Materials Created
As part of the program’s achievements, a guide aimed at immigrant women has been designed with the purpose of providing essential information about the possible types of violence they may face during their migration process and after their arrival, as well as details about the resources and services available to address situations of gender-based violence and questions that may arise during the document regularization process.
BRACELETS FOR MIGRANT WOMEN
During the workshops with the women benefiting from the program, the need arose for an immediate and effective tool to address gender-based violence. As a result, a fabric bracelet intended for immigrant women was created and distributed in various cities where the program is implemented (Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Zaragoza and Bilbao). These bracelets include a QR code that provides access to the AESCO website to learn about the available resources.
Resources for Migrant Women
Here you will find relevant information about organizations and resources that may be useful both for migrant women fighting against gender-based violence and for those going through the migration process. The program was carried out in six cities: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao, Zaragoza and Seville. In each of these cities, a list of relevant organizations has been created, accompanied by a brief description of their objectives and the contact methods they provide. To make your search easier, you can select one of the cities and the recommended institutions for that location will be displayed.
Violence Support Unit
Integrated by centers for victims of gender-based violence and the 55 municipal points of the Regional Observatory.
Telephone: 91 480 12 56
Email: atencionviolencia@madrid.es
SAVG 24h
Emergency and protection service for victims in Madrid.
Telephone: 900 222 100
Email: savg24h@madrid.es
Municipal Point II
Psychosocial support and specialized legal advice.
Telephone: 914 722 001
Email: puntomunicipalop2@madrid.es
Specialized Information (Women)
Guidance and psychosocial support for victims and professionals.
Telephone: 012
Specialized Legal Guidance
Legal advice in civil, criminal, and labor matters.
Telephone: 91 720 62 47
Email: soj@madrid.org
CIMASCAM
Psychological care and legal assistance for victims of sexual assault.
Telephone: 91 534 09 22
Email: cimascam@madrid.org
Care, Recovery and Shelter Service (SARA)
Outpatient care for victims of gender-based violence (women, minors, family environment, and the LGBTQ+ community).
Telephone: 900 922 357
Email: sara@bcn.cat
Emergency and Social Care Center of Barcelona (CUESB)
24-hour permanent service providing assistance for any social emergency situation throughout the year.
Telephone: 900 703 030
Support for Women in Situations of Violence
Free and confidential service to address any form of violence against women.
Telephone: 900 900 120
WhatsApp: 671 778 540
Email: 900900120@gencat.cat
Specialized Intervention Service (SIE)
Comprehensive care for the recovery of women victims of violence and their children.
Telephone: 936 398 589 / 603 411 535
Email: bustia.sieraval@gencat.cat
Victim Support Offices
Support, guidance, and protection coordination for victims of crimes and gender-based violence.
Telephone: 900 121 884
Email: dj@gencat.cat
Service for Immigrants, Emigrants and Refugees (SAIER)
Information and guidance on immigration, international protection, and voluntary return.
Telephone: 93 153 28 00
Email: saierinfo@bcn.cat
Gender Violence Complaint and Victim Assistance Office
Multidisciplinary support provided by officers of the National Police Corps, including psychological assistance and information on social and support resources from the moment the complaint is filed.
Telephone: 900 50 55 50
Email: oficinadenuncias@gva.es
24-Hour Women’s Center (Women’s Institute)
Free telephone and in-person assistance available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, in the social, psychological, and legal fields, provided by specialized professionals.
Telephone: 900 58 08 88
Email: centromujer_valencia@gva.es
Prevention, Assistance and Protection Unit Against Violence Against Women (UPAP)
Specialized unit of the National Police for the protection of women victims of gender-based violence.
Telephone: 963 539 651
Center for Assistance to Victims of Sexual Assault (CAVAS)
Free social, legal, and psychological assistance for victims of sexual assault.
Telephone: 963 943 069
Email: info@cavascv.org
Office for Assistance to Victims of Gender-Based Violence
Psychological support and access to social and assistance resources from the very moment a complaint is filed, in safe spaces that guarantee victims’ rights.
Telephone: 961 927 154
Email: victimes_valencia@gva.es
EMAKUNDE – Basque Women’s Institute
Autonomous body of the Basque Government that promotes, coordinates, and evaluates equality policies, while also raising social awareness to achieve real and effective equality between women and men.
Telephone: 945 016 700
Email: emakunde@euskadi.eus
Specialized Telephone Information and Assistance Service (SATEVI)
Telephone service available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, attended by professionals specialized in violence against women.
Telephone: 900 840 111
Victim Assistance Service (SAV)
Psychological support service, legal guidance, accompaniment, assistance with legal procedures, and information about rights and social resources.
Telephone: 900 400 028
ASOCOLVAS
Organization working for interculturality, the fight against discrimination, and gender equality, promoting social and labor inclusion.
Telephone: 944 335 215
Email: asocolvas@gmail.com
Comprehensive Gender Violence Assistance Service
Provides social, psychological, educational, and legal support to women victims of gender-based violence. The service is managed through the Women’s House.
Telephone: 976 726 040
Email: casamujer@zaragoza.es
Aragonese Women’s Institute
Support for women throughout the Autonomous Community, with referrals to legal advice and specialized social care.
Telephone: 900 504 405
Victim Assistance Office
Psychological support service and assistance with the management of judicial proceedings.
Telephone: 976 208 459
Email: justicia.zgz@aragon.es
House of Cultures and Solidarity
Information, guidance, and advice for immigrant populations regarding rights, social resources, and immigration matters.
Telephone: 976 726 045
Women’s Information Service
Regional, anonymous, and confidential service available 24 hours a day throughout the year to assist in situations of violence such as assault, harassment, or abuse, including immediate shelter if necessary.
Telephone: 900 200 999
Victim Assistance Service in Andalusia (SAVA)
Public and free service that informs, advises, protects, and supports victims of crime, reducing the impact of victimization and facilitating access to justice.
Telephone: 955 005 010
Andalusian Women’s Institute (IAM)
Provides information and assistance to women through provincial centers, helping them leave situations of violence while also supporting their children.
Telephone: 955 035 957
Comprehensive Women’s Care Centers (CIAM)
Care and information services for women in Seville regarding equality, gender-based violence, and situations of discrimination.
Telephone: 955 472 624
ACCEM
Organization working to improve the living conditions of migrants, refugees, and people at risk of social exclusion, facilitating their social and labor integration.
Telephone: 954 31 33 33
Email: sevilla@accem.es
Useful Web Links
Ministry of Equality
The Ministry of Equality offers a website with support and prevention resources for cases of gender-based violence. In the following link, you will find a search engine that allows you to locate support and prevention services near your location.
https://wrap.igualdad.gob.es/recursos-vdg/search/SearchLocation.action
CUIDA 5+
In the following link, you will find the CUIDA 5+ project, which aims to launch an information and advisory service in the domestic work and care sector. It is aimed at both people working in the domestic work and care sector and employers.
Domestic Violence Resource Guide
In this link, you can find a complete global list of international organizations and help centers worldwide for domestic violence.
