Community Relays Addressing Violence in Rural Areas

Community Relays Addressing Violence in Rural Areas

Paroles de Femmes – le relais
Paroles de Femmes – le relais
Europe
Projet soutenu Project supported in 2024 and 2025: Empowering Women

Project presentation

 

Facing the isolation of women in rural areas and the overrepresentation of femicides in these regions, Paroles de Femmes, in partnership with Du Côté Des Femmes de Haute Garonne and Du Côté Des Femmes à Pau, is strengthening its action by recruiting and training rural relays.

These relays, rooted in their communities, provide essential information on violence against women, guide victims to support services, and raise awareness of the 3919 helpline. They receive specialized training and practical tools (flyers, violentometers, stickers) and take part in awareness campaigns, particularly around November 25 and March 8, as well as local initiatives such as distributing bread bags with emergency numbers.

The project aims to train 200 rural relays over two years, reaching the most isolated areas and breaking the isolation of women experiencing violence. Regular support and exchange sessions are organized to assist the relays and share best practices, while Paroles de Femmes coordinates the project and oversees its evaluation to ensure impact and sustainability.

Paroles de Femmes – le relais Key figures

200

rural relays to be trained over two years to disseminate information in isolated areas.

31 %

of the French population lives in rural areas, where 50% of femicides occur.

70

relays already active in the existing network, mobilized to raise awareness and guide women experiencing violence.

Paroles de Femmes – le relais
The association

Founded in 2005 in Gaillac, Paroles de Femmes works to prevent and combat violence against women, with a particular focus on rural areas. The association develops awareness campaigns, information initiatives, and training programs to support women victims of violence and strengthen local support networks.

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