Feb 3, 2025 | Force, news
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...
Jan 23, 2025 | 20 years BFW, news
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...
Dec 20, 2024 | 20 years BFW, news
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...
Dec 3, 2024 | Force, news
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...
Nov 10, 2024 | 20 years BFW, news
In 2024, Bulgarian Fund for Women (BFW) turned 20! To celebrate this milestone, we’ve selected 20 key moments from the Fund’s rich history to share with you. Happy reading! *** Bulgarian Fund for Women was founded in 2004 by Stanimira Hadzhimitova and supporters in...
Oct 30, 2024 | 20 years BFW, news
Stanimira Hadzhimitova is the founder and director of the Center for Sustainable Community Development Foundation. In 1995, she co-founded one of Bulgaria’s first gender equality advocacy groups, the Gender Project in Bulgaria Foundation, and in 2004, she established...