Croatia launches groups to combat violence against women
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In Croatia, Minister Alen Ružić met with organizations working to prevent and fight violence against women and agreed to establish operational working groups.
The groups will analyze problems and develop solutions, aiming to turn individual case experiences into systemic improvements. Participants at the meeting agreed that strong partnerships between institutions and civil society are essential for creating a new social framework that does not accept violence against women and vulnerable people as inevitable, but seeks to prevent it.
Ružić stated that the goal is not simply to list known problems, but to assign tasks, responsibilities, deadlines, and solutions for each one. He emphasized the need for stronger prevention by connecting the knowledge, information, and resources of the state and civil society to act before violence occurs. Representatives from the organizations shared specific problems and obstacles they encounter while working with women experiencing violence.
The Ministry of Labour, Pension System, Family and Social Policy recognized this experience as a valuable source for shaping more effective public policies. The groups will focus on transforming problems identified in individual cases into systemic solutions applicable to all who may face similar obstacles. Two operational working groups were agreed upon, with an initial plan and schedule established to define goals and propose viable solutions, while regularly monitoring their implementation.
This meeting represents a continuation of previously announced stronger collaboration between the Ministry and civil society.
