KMOP, in collaboration with D&E and the Municipality of Shkodra, is organizing an online workshop on 20 May 2025, aimed at improving childcare and alternative care systems for children of survivors of gender-based violence and human trafficking in Shkodër, Albania. The event will take place from 14:00 to 15:30 local time, in Albanian language, with simultaneous interpretation from English to Albanian during the keynote expert presentation.
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In this virtual event, we bring together leading social care professionals, policy experts, and local authorities from Albania and Greece to spotlight innovative, trauma-informed childcare models that support the needs of children whose lives have been affected by gender-based violence (GBV) and human trafficking.
Why You Should Attend:
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Gain insights from legal expert Marina Grammatikopoulou, High Court Advisor in Greece and specialist in Social Justice and Human Rights. Her keynote speech will focus on: “Advancing Childcare through Innovation and Policy: Insights from Greece and the EU Child Guarantee”. Ms. Marina Grammatikopoulou is a distinguished EU-qualified lawyer and a valued member of the Athens Bar Association, with rich and varied experience across the fields of civil, criminal, and administrative law. Her professional path reflects a deep commitment to child protection, social justice, and human rights, both in Greece and across Europe. In addition to her legal acumen, she has been actively involved in numerous initiatives supporting vulnerable populations, including women and young people in the justice system.’
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Understand the childcare landscape in Shkodër through a detailed overview by local authorities, highlighting existing gaps and opportunities for reform.
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Explore best practices from Albania and Greece, including successful case studies in inclusive care for children of survivors.
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Learn about the achievements of the TVESA initiative and upcoming opportunities for collaboration in child protection and alternative care.
The event is part of KMOP’s efforts to improve and support services for survivors of GBV and human trafficking, with a focus on developing sustainable care systems for children affected in Albania.