Through this course, we question what these statements are based on, what arguments in culture, tradition and religion justify and silence violence. During the discussions, you will learn about what violence is, what is gender-based violence, how to recognize it, what types of violence exist, and what are the prevention and protection mechanisms.
The aim of the course is to analyze different narratives starting from ancient myths, through biblical and Quranic texts to contemporary popular science and scientific works.
What is peace and how do we understand it? Is there female and male peace? Are women more peace oriented than men? Are women naturally peaceful and non-violent?About all these and other issues, such as: religious and secular resources for peace building, feminist ethics of justice and care, women’s peacemaking initiatives in war and peace, etc. we[…]
The FER school is intended for women and men who want to academically question their beliefs, attitudes, knowledge and practices about human rights and freedoms and who want to investigate how gender stereotypes shape the lives of women and men in the family and society. Click here to download the CALL .
Ružica Ljubičić The Sabine women, as central figures in one of the most famous episodes of ancient Roman history (Bauman, 1992; Bauman, 1994), stand as a positive example of women’s peace initiatives in the face of injustice. Their story transcends historical boundaries and emerges as a powerful symbol of women’s involvement in the pursuit of peace and[…]
In recent years, I’ve encountered this and similar questions quite often. While I can’t yet claim to have reached an old age marked by the fatigue that often comes from many things—or even from everything—this topic truly exhausts me. No judgment; everyone is entitled to their own opinion, of course. But just as everyone has the right[…]
Throughout history, numerous women writers and artists have made an indelible impact on cultural and artistic heritage, despite facing restrictions and social norms that favored men. They often encountered significant obstacles that impeded their opportunities and potential. However, thanks to their persistence, talent, and passion for creation, they achieved their artistic and intellectual ambitions. One of the[…]
Something unusual is happening these days on the shores of our small town. It’s not about a man but rather a women’s column—born out of a need to give a voice to women! I remember, a long time ago, when I was still very young, an older friend complimented me, saying I was the most beautiful and[…]
Self-determination, agency, solidarity, justice, fairness, families and communities are the words that the participants of the seminar indicated as crucial for the continuation of activities in the field of women’s human rights. The TPO Foundation, with the support of the Ecumenical Initiative of Women from Omiš, organized a seminar on Religion, Feminism and Freedom for female theologians[…]
