An initiative of the Greek Business Masterclass, in collaboration with the administration of the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Also with the European Union of Women (EUW Hellas), at the BEA amphitheatre. The event, was part of the wider cycle of actions for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The event was well attended.
Addressing a short address, the President of the BEA, Konstantinos Damigos, stressed that the debate on gender and economic violence «should be a thing of the past». He also stressed that society and institutions should remain vigilant.
She pointed out that women still face barriers to business, paid employment and positions of responsibility. While forms of violence, including economic violence, continue to exclude women from equal participation in social and economic life.
Mr. Damigos, referred with respect to the women artisans, workers and executives who support their businesses and their families. He also stressed the need to strengthen their independence. In closing, he assured that the BEA remains firmly oriented to democratic values and available for partnerships with the State and stakeholders, with the aim of eliminating such phenomena and ensuring a healthy working environment.
The speakers and the main points of the debate.
The event was attended by prominent figures from the fields of civil society, psychology, entrepreneurship and digital development:
Afroditi Bleta - President EUW Hellas
Elina Armeni - Business Mentor
Manos Hadjimalonas - Psychologist, Founder of Philotimos Foundation
Christos Kavallaris - Tax Consultant, Founder of Greek Business Masterclass
Dimitris Lazaridis - Digital Marketer
Aspasia Kovaiou - Conversion Coach
George Marinos - HR & Sales Consultant
Tonia Arachova - Former IFLA President, National Library of Greece
The speakers also highlighted that economic independence, professional empowerment and access to education and employment are essential protection tools for women experiencing abusive conditions. Using scientific data and empirical examples, they documented the link between economic autonomy but also distance from violent relationships.
Their placements covered the spectrum from psychological support to work skills and business mentoring. The workshop highlighted the need for close synergy between the State, institutions, businesses and civil society to create effective prevention and support mechanisms. The Greek Business Masterclass announced that it will continue similar actions, with emphasis on education, professional development and social awareness. The Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry, through its «Women's Entrepreneurship» Sector and its collaborations with the Associations of Women Entrepreneurs (SEGE, EEDEGE), will continue similar actions and synergies, to highlight these issues and improve the conditions of women's activity in today's business and working environment.
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