THE Mareva Grabovski Mitsotakis participated in the forum Femina Voxwhich was organized on the initiative of Guila Clara Kessous, its Artist Unesco for peace.

During the debate entitled “Making Women’s Voice Heard – Peace Education and Social Justice”, which was organized on the occasion of International Women’s DayMareva Grabovski spoke about the biggest challenges facing Greece today in relation to women’s rights, but also about the role they play in preserving tradition and culture.

“While great progress has been made on many issues – thanks in large part to the push Me Too gave us – we still have so much to do! Pay gap, representation of women in decision-making positions, unpaid care!
So we celebrate today, without resting! Until we eliminate every trace of injustice,” the prime minister’s wife said in her post. .

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The woman as guardian of tradition and art

“Over the centuries, the Woman in Greece has acted as a guardian of tradition and cultural heritage. Through her art, ceramics, weaving, jewelry and embroidery, the Woman preserved our culture,” said Mareva Mitsotaki.

He then referred to the need to promote excellence in our country. An effort that – as he pointed out – serves a dual purpose. “On the one hand, we are saving tradition and, on the other hand, we are giving a voice to women. In many isolated parts of our country, women get a voice and are empowered through their art. He feels that he belongs to a community, while at the same time he becomes financially independent. Through her art she finds her identity and the purpose of her life.”

Regarding the value of celebrating International Women’s Day, Mareva Mitsotakis said: “It is extremely important to celebrate this Day, because although great progress has been made on many issues, there is still much to be done. It is very important to celebrate our victories without resting.” Indicatively, Mareva Mitsotaki emphasized that the issue of the wage gap needs special attention, but also the representation of women in decision-making positions in the political, economic and social sectors. “Until we eliminate every trace of injustice, we will have reason to celebrate this day,” he said.

While sending a resounding message to the younger generations: “Although things are heading in the right direction, we cannot take anything for granted. Complacency is not an option. The backsliding on the issue of women’s rights is the bellwether. This also concerns countries of the Western world. See what is happening around the world with the issue of abortion. We should take nothing for granted. The struggle is continuous.”

Finally, Mareva Mitsotaki also referred to the issue of domestic violence, pointing out the increase in the number of recorded incidents, but also the measures our country has taken to deal with it. He made special reference to the “Panic button”, but also to the domestic violence offices of the Greek Police.