HEARD Project Wraps Up with a Final Event in Spain

The HEARD project recently concluded with a successful final event in Mislata, Spain. Representatives from nine countries – Slovenia, Portugal, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Greece, Bulgaria, France, and Cyprus – gathered for this milestone event to engage in final discussions and activities.

Held at La Canaleta Park, the event attracted over 500 participants, including members of Mislata’s women’s associations, international project partners, and local authorities. Prominent figures such as Mayor Carlos Fernández Bielsa, Deputy Mayor and Councillor for Equality Policies María Luisa Martínez Mora, and Councillor for European Projects Ximo Moreno were present, alongside city council members. Their participation underscored the importance of cross-border cooperation to address pandemic-related challenges, particularly in supporting women’s rights and promoting gender equality.

Our team was honored to play a key role, presenting insights from Cyprus on best practices and challenges faced during the pandemic, with a focus on democracy, human rights, and the balance between women’s work and personal lives. This contribution enriched the dialogue, offering a comparative perspective based on the Cypriot experience.

Over the past two years, the HEARD project has been dedicated to engaging EU citizens in democratic processes, encouraging their involvement in shaping public policies that address their real needs. The initiative fostered an exchange of ideas on the gendered impacts of the health crisis, with the goal of supporting a more inclusive and equitable response across Europe.

Find out about the HEARD project here.