http://catapult.org – Eastern Europe & Central Asia

Lesbian feminist choir heralds sounds of change

Support Le Zbor lesbian feminist choir challenge homophobic and sexist stereotypes in Croatia.

Empowerment for women living with disabilities

“Disability is a condition – not something that defines a whole life.” - Jagoda Risteska, CEO of MC-Mobility Challenge

Removing obstacles to care for women with HIV

In Kyrgyzstan, 80 percent of women living with HIV/AIDS are intravenous drug-users, denied medical and social assistance because of stigma.

Telling her story—gender studies in Russia

As more gender studies courses are cut in Russian academic institutions, students of both sexes are deprived of learning about women’s rights and history.

Strength in feminist solidarity

Central Asia and the Caucuses urgently require strong feminist networks as women and girls continue to experience harassment and violence.

Supporting single mothers in the Ukraine

Help provide psychological and legal assistance to mothers raising children living with disabilities.

Break the silence for violence survivors

The Women’s Support Center in Yerevan advocates to change the culture of shame and stigma surrounding sexual assault and domestic violence.

Coming together: Seeking inclusion in Serbia

Lesbians suffer from multiple discriminations based on their gender and sexuality in Serbia.

Cultivate a new generation of female leadership

The G(irls)20 Summit is about cultivating a new generation of leaders through entrepreneurship and education.

Roma girls hold the future in their hands

Most Roma youth grow up in poverty. In this environment, Roma girls have few opportunities for breaking out of the cycle of prejudice, poverty and violence.