Catalyst of Change
Supporting a vibrant civil society in Europe
Arabic Cultural Centre
centrulculturalarab.comThe Arabic Cultural Centre in Sibiu is a non-profit, non-religious and non-political organisation that promotes the human rights and social and cultural integration of immigrants and refugees in Romania. It supports intercultural dialogue and works to counter discrimination against Arab communities. Guided by the European Union’s values of human rights, diversity, solidarity and secularism, the Centre aims to build an inclusive and tolerant community where migrants from the Middle East and other non-European countries can thrive as active citizens.
About the Project
Empowering Women Immigrants from the Middle East in Romania: Personal Autonomy, Socio-economic Integration, and Cultural Identity
The project aimed to address the challenges faced by women refugees and migrants from Arab and other non-European countries in Romania. This group faces cultural barriers, discrimination and limited visibility both in the host society and within their own communities. The Centre offered a solution focused on socio-cultural integration and professional development through soft skills training, intercultural learning, and improving communication skills. The team delivered several workshops on legal rights, gender inclusion and anti-discrimination, supported community building and helped participants prepare for work. As a result, the project strengthened confidence, skills and opportunities for women navigating life in a diverse European society.
Communication Outputs
Project Communications
As part of this project, the centre held four workshops for migrant women in Romania. Each workshop was promoted through their social media channels- one example is attached below.
Funded by the European Union
name
Catalyst of Change: Protecting the Union values by supporting a resilient, engaged and vocal civil society for the promotion of women’s rights, environmental justice and anti-corruption
partner
European Center for Not-for-Profit Law Stichting (ECNL)
duration
1 January 2023- 31 December 2026
budget
3,411.982 EUR
