Greek hoteliers and government aid women facing violence
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The Panhellenic Federation of Hoteliers (ΠΟΞ) and the Ministry of Social Cohesion in Greece renewed their cooperation agreement to help women experiencing gender-based violence and discrimination find work.
The new two-year agreement was signed by Deputy Minister Elena Rapti and ΠΟΞ President Giannis Hatzis.
The initiative will focus on providing training and job placement within the 6,500 hotels across Greece, offering women a path to economic independence. ΠΟΞ will work with the General Secretariat for Equality and Human Rights to connect women with employment opportunities, respecting their privacy and specific needs. The federation will also continue to offer temporary free accommodation to victims of violence and their children while longer-term housing is arranged.
Beyond job placement, the partnership will include training for hotel staff on inclusivity, covering disability awareness and cultural sensitivity. The organizations will also share resources through a network of 68 support structures, including a 24-hour helpline and counseling centers. More than 50% of the hotel workforce in Greece is female, and ΠΟΞ has a history of advocating for equal treatment in the workplace through collective bargaining agreements.
