The “Shelter for women victims of violence & their children” of the Municipality of Athens started operating in June 2013 and operates daily 24 hours a day. The Guesthouse provides women and their children with safe hospitality, nutrition, psychosocial support and care by specialized staff (social worker, psychologist, educator).
The aim of the hostel is to support, empower and reintegrate women into the community and the labor market.
The residence has a temporary and transitional character and is addressed to women of all ages, religions, nationalities who have suffered any form of gender-based violence such as: physical, psychological, sexual and financial violence.
Legal advice and assistance is provided through the social services of the Municipality of Athens, the Counseling Centers of the General Secretariat for Gender Equality or other bodies that facilitate their access to employment, education, health and welfare agencies.
Referral by phone or email.