20 Years of Feminist Action: Denitsa Lyubenova and the Courage of Being
Behind many public causes lie deeply personal stories. However, we rarely hear about them, because human rights defenders prefer to talk about the battles they are fighting, not about themselves. I have had dozens—maybe even hundreds—of conversations with people...
32 Organizations to Strengthen Feminist Solidarity and Counter Gender-Based Violence with BFW Support
A total of 32 organizations from 15 locations across Bulgaria will receive BGN 3,541,975 in funding under the Strong program to advance feminist solidarity and combat gender-based violence. The initiative will support civil society organizations working on the...
The Art of Behaving Badly: Guerrilla Girls Arrive in Bulgaria for the First Time
Bulgarian Fund for Women, in partnership with the National Gallery, is pleased to present the first-ever exhibition of the renowned artist collective Guerrilla Girls in Bulgaria. Titled The Art of Behaving Badly, the retrospective features the group’s most significant...
Feminist Boot Camp: Feminism Meets Solidarity and Inspiration
In 2024, the Bulgarian Fund for Women (BFW) celebrates 20 years of advancing feminist causes. As part of this milestone, we are sharing 20 key moments from our history. Enjoy reading! *** hat happens when a group of young women come together with a mission to change...
Visionary from the Future: Diana Dimova of Mission Wings Foundation
Diana Dimova often describes herself as a „guest from the future,“ as the causes and issues she advocates for are far ahead of the political and social development in Bulgaria. Being around her evokes a similar sense—she is a seemingly fragile woman with a calm and...
BFW’s FORCE Program Attracts 86 Applications for Gender-Based Violence Prevention Projects
Bulgarian Fund for Women’s (BFW) FORCE program received 86 applications, requesting a total of BGN 8,891,950 for projects tackling gender-based violence. A full list of organizations that submitted proposals is available HERE (in Bulgarian). Organizations missing from...
There is No Other Future Than a Feminist One: 20 Years of Support for Women’s Rights in Bulgaria, 20 Years of BFW
“There is no future than a feminist one!”. This is what one of the participants said during the international conference “Feminism is for All”, organized by Bulgarian Fund for Women (BFW) on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the organization. On November 14,...
Organizations Funded Under the Emergency Fund for Women and Children Affected by the War in Ukraine in 2024
Established in the early days following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the Emergency Fund for Women and Children Affected by the War in Ukraine continued to provide vital assistance in 2024. With a deep sense of solidarity and urgency, the initiative allocated...- The Quiet Crisis Hitting Feminist Movements and How Women’s and Feminist Funds are Rising to Meet It
- The Art of Behaving Badly: Zhivka Valiavicharska
- Updated Report from BFW Reveals the Needs and Strength of the Civil Society Sector
- The Art of Behaving Badly: Boryana Rossa
- The Art of Behaving Badly: Reneta Georgieva
