The Spanish Ministry of Equality, along with regional governments and the autonomous cities of Ceuta and Melilla, has approved the allocation of €179.8 million to strengthen efforts against gender-based violence, as agreed during the Sectoral Conference on Equality.

Of the total, €160 million will go toward implementing the State Pact against Gender-Based Violence, financing regional programs aimed at prevention, victim support and recovery, as well as awareness campaigns and training for professionals.

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Equality Ministry and Regional Governments Agree on €179.8 Million Allocation to Combat Gender-Based Violence

Minister Ana Redondo, who chaired the conference, emphasized the importance of the increased funding and called for united action to “eradicate gender-based violence once and for all.”

The remaining €19.8 million will fund specific regional programs, including:

• €8.5 million for comprehensive social support for victims and their children,
• €1 million for improving coordination and implementing personalized care plans,
• €9.5 million for supporting victims of sexual assault, and
• €800,000 for preventing sexual exploitation of minors in care.