Council of Refugee Women in Bulgaria

The Refugee Women’s Council in Bulgaria Association provides comprehensive support to refugees, asylum seekers, persons granted international protection, and individuals under temporary protection, as well as to refugee-led organizations.

Our work is focused on promoting social inclusion, self-reliance, and the active participation of refugees in public life.

Needs Assessments and Analysis

We conduct assessments and studies of the needs of refugees and asylum seekers in order to identify the key challenges affecting their integration and access to services.

We also analyze the capacity, needs, and development potential of refugee-led organizations, including the mapping of leadership structures and community initiatives.

Training and Capacity Building

We organize training activities aimed at improving the knowledge and skills of refugees, volunteers, and community leaders.

We provide civic orientation, adaptation support, and information on access to rights and services in Bulgaria.

We support refugee-led organizations through training in organizational development, advocacy, activity management, and the implementation of good practices.

Social, Psychosocial, and Community Support

We provide individual and group support to vulnerable refugees and their families.

We facilitate access to healthcare, education, social and administrative services, and provide referrals to specialized assistance when needed.

We develop community-based protection models through the active participation of refugee communities and cooperation with institutions and partner organizations.

Mentorship and Organizational Development

We offer mentoring support to refugee-led organizations in order to strengthen their sustainability and effectiveness.

We assist in the development of internal rules, policies, and standard operating procedures, as well as in building administrative and organizational capacity.

Humanitarian Assistance

We provide humanitarian support tailored to the individual needs of beneficiaries.

Through our humanitarian center, we provide:

• clothing;
• shoes;
• household items;
• hygiene products;
• other essential necessities.

Priority Support for the Most Vulnerable Groups

• families with children;
• single parents;
• elderly people;
• persons with disabilities;
• people with serious health conditions.

Volunteer and Community Engagement

We encourage the participation of volunteers from both refugee and host communities in activities aimed at mutual support, social inclusion, and the development of sustainable community networks.

We believe that the active participation of refugees themselves is a key factor for successful integration and the development of an inclusive society.