Piraeus expands support for women and children facing violence
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In Piraeus, Greece, Deputy Minister Elena Rapti visited the municipality’s shelter for women experiencing abuse, accompanied by Mayor Yannis Moralis.
Moralis welcomed Rapti to the shelter, which has operated for 13 years as a model for local government-run support services. During the visit, officials discussed ways to improve the shelter’s facilities, staffing, and services, seeking additional funding to expand its work and support employees.
The conversation focused on increasing the shelter’s capacity to house mothers with sons up to age 18, as current regulations create difficulties for families where older boys are present. Moralis and Rapti agreed to explore creating two smaller, supplementary facilities run by the municipality in partnership with the Ministry to better manage emergencies and accommodate all family members.
The officials affirmed the need for continued collaboration and strengthening of social care structures focused on the needs of women and children affected by violence. Moralis stated the city prioritizes social policy and aims to continually improve the shelter to meet the real needs of those it serves, while the Deputy Minister expressed willingness to work together to provide resources and ensure safety.
