“More empathy would go a long way”: NGO provides safe space for women experiencing homelessness

Homelessness is a significant problem for both men and women in Prague, but women have specific issues and vulnerabilities they face on the streets. Olga Pek, an employee of the NGO Jako Doma, is working to raise awareness around these issues and advocate for these women.

Olga Pek works for Jako Doma, a not for profit that helps women experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity in Prague. Jako Doma was founded over a decade ago, and their community centre located in Prague 8 has become a safe haven for many women in the city, as Pek explains.

“At the reception desk, women can talk to one of our social workers and request a private session where they can talk about what we can do to help their situation.

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Author: Amelia Mola-Schmidt