Resources

GBV Watch Salons brings together 12 organisations from 5 EU countries, combining expertise in VET, gender-based violence prevention, research, labour market integration and community engagement.

Together, we co-create practical tools and training to support beauty professionals in identifying early signs of GBV and safely guiding clients to support services.

EVBB

EVBB is one of Europe’s largest networks of vocational education and training (VET) providers, representing over 800 members worldwide. EVBB coordinates the project, ensures quality implementation, leads dissemination actions and supports EU-level policy outreach.

AKMI

One of Greece’s leading VET institutions with extensive experience in vocational training in the beauty sector. AKMI leads WP3 (Training Toolkit) and contributes to pilot activities.

Symplexis

An NGO specialised in social inclusion, GBV prevention, and vulnerable groups. Symplexis contributes to research, expert consultations and policy recommendations.

IME GSEVEE — Small Enterprises’ Institute of Greece

The research institute of the national confederation of small businesses. IME GSEVEE brings strong links with SMEs, beauty professionals and labour market actors.

ICCV – Research Institute for Quality of Life

A national research institute specialised in social sciences, gender studies and vulnerable populations. ICCV leads WP2 (Research & Needs Analysis).

FORMATEMP — Centre for VET, Counselling & Employment Placement

A VET centre offering professional training and upskilling pathways, contributing to field interviews, national reports and piloting activities.

Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Romania (CCIR)

A major national institution connecting businesses and VET actors. CCIR supports data collection, consultations, dissemination and engagement with national stakeholders.

Dayana-X LLC (DAYANA H OOD)

A beauty sector enterprise contributing direct field knowledge, access to beauty workers and insights into professional realities.

National Association of Small and Medium Business (NASMB)

A national SME organisation supporting outreach, engagement of beauty professionals and awareness activities.

APRO Formazione

A VET centre specialising in beauty studies, aesthetics, wellness and hairdressing training. APRO supports national consultations, piloting and work with beauty schools.

Confartigianato Imprese Cuneo

A large Italian association of artisans and SMEs, providing direct access to beauty salons and workers and leading interviews, consultations and national dissemination.

BK Consult GmbH

A consultancy with strong experience in EU project quality management. BK leads the Quality Assurance framework and oversees evaluation processes.