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M. Syregela: The projects we plan for 2022 improve the daily life of women

“Citizens’ well-being is directly linked to the economy and development. That is our goal. Empowering and supporting women, ie 50% of our country’s human resources and through them and the family, is a priority for us.” , said the Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, responsible for Demographic Policy and the Family, Maria Syregela during her speech in Parliament in the context of the debate on the budget.

“We emphasize the social policy that affects the daily life of women, strengthens their work and gives them confidence and strength to move forward with steady steps and enjoy the benefits of progress and development,” said Ms. Syregela, saying that “in the budget discussion we incorporate a large amount, the largest from 2016 to date, for the implementation of our actions. This amount amounts to € 14,151,000 in addition to the 2021 budget “.

The Undersecretary pledged to implement all the actions that have been included in the new National Action Plan for Gender Equality, such as the “Neighborhood Nanny” program for which 3 million euros will be given, the creation of storage spaces in 120 large companies and the reform program to enhance diversity in the workplace (about € 10.8 million will be provided through the Recovery Fund), gender mainstreaming and budgeting through the activation of the Technical Assistance Instrument (€ 150,000) , as well as other projects with emphasis on information and awareness actions and gender mainstreaming.

In addition, the Equality Research Center includes in its funding from the Public Investment Program projects amounting to 2.6 million euros, including the Network of Structures of Abused Women and presents an increase of € 578,235 compared to last year’s budget.

“We work tirelessly and with absolute priority for the best and most efficient use of our financial resources, with the aim of promoting equality everywhere and creating an environment of security, development and empowerment of women at every stage of their lives,” she concluded. Συρεγγέλα.

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Source From: Capital

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