1st Transnational Training Event | PROTECT

Last week, from March 15th to 18th, we had the opportunity to organize the 1st Transnational Training Event in the scope of the "Project PROTECT - sharing good practices on restorative justice and promoting the protection of victims' rights", hosted and organized by APAV, with the support of the Oriente Foundation.

During these days we welcomed 40 trainees, collaborators of the project's partner organizations: VSE, SPONDÉ, MEDIANTE, EFRJ, WAAGE and the University of Barcelona, as well as the project's coordinating organization: WELCOME APS.

The first three days of the event were marked by training sessions, led by APAV, VSE and EFRJ. Among the various topics addressed, we highlight the European approach facilitated by the VSE, which highlighted topics such as the "EU strategy for victims 2020-2025" and the assessment of individual needs of victims of crime. APAV then took the floor, outlining a national panorama on the implementation of the Victims' Directive in Portugal, the impact of crime and the consequences of victimization. EFRJ, on the other hand, focused on the legal framework of restorative justice and how it can offer a safe space for victims, protecting their rights and needs.

On the last day there was the opportunity to visit the APAV facilities, namely: the Victim Support Office and the APAV Headquarters in Lisbon, the Training Center and the facilities of the Integrated Distance Support System (SIAD).

The event was also marked by several moments of networking, sharing best practices and knowledge.