Blog/News
29 September 2026
Human trafficking: a hidden crime close to home
Mihaela Bidea reports from Teulada-Moraira’s jornada against the sexual exploitation and trafficking of women and children: what police, public services and support organisations said, why it matters in the Marina Alta, and where to turn for help.
23 July 2026
Calls to Spain’s 016 helpline rose by 120.8% in the hours following the country’s World Cup victory
According to official data, enquiries through every institutional support channel for gender-based violence increased on the Monday after the match.
21 July 2026
The EUWMA Condemns the Shocking Attack During Moraira’s Virgen del Carmen Procession
The European Union of Women Mujeres en Igualdad Marina Alta (EUWMA) expresses its absolute condemnation of the incident that took place during the solemn procession in honour of the Virgen del Carmen in Moraira on Thursday 16 July 2026.
1 July 2026
Dénia addresses the challenges of an ageing population
Experts examine the growing problem of unwanted loneliness, delays in dependency support and the need to rethink the care model.
9 June 2026
Marina Alta: Valencia’s most materially deprived region, with one in three residents at risk of social exclusion
Despite its reputation as a prosperous tourist destination, the Marina Alta ranks among the most socially and economically vulnerable regions in the Valencia Regional Community, with high levels of poverty, deprivation and social exclusion.
3 June 2026
Art Exhibiton shows the way, women show resilience
More than 200 people crammed into the gallery at Espai la Senieta, Moraira to celebrate the opening of the fourth Art Exhibition of the European Union of Women Marina Alta. A wonderful mix of artists, EUWMA members, Councillors, family and holidaymakers! This was yet another successful event run by these indomitable women to highlight women’s issues….this time an exhibition entitled ‘How Dare She – women who chose to be different’.
22 May 2026
New Equality Network for the Marina Alta
The Marina Alta successfully establishes its new Equality Network to strengthen gender equality policies across the region
1 May 2026
The World’s Most Expensive Art
A message from one of our friends of the European Union of Women Marina Alta
16 April 2026
My Voice, My Choice: reproductive rights, specifically access to safe and legal abortion in Europe
”My Voice, My Choice” is democracy knocking on your door. And history will remember who answered and who looked away.
1 April 2026
April 2026 in Female Focus
Many thanks to Female Focus for supporting us over all these years. Your publication is a credit to our community. Go get your April copy and see our feature!
31 March 2026
Adopt a Dog Family Funday 2026
If you haven’t been before, this event is a MUST! Not only is it a special day where local dog charities showcase their adorable dogs in need of loving homes, but it’s also a family fun day packed with activities for everyone!
28 March 2026
Pioneering women of Xàbia inspire young people at IES Antoni Llidó
At the heart of the event was a simple but powerful idea: creating space for young people to hear directly from women who have shaped their community and, in doing so, to begin shaping their own future.
24 March 2026
Marina Alta woman highlighting dirty practices in the fashion industry in India
Lauren Staton, founder of Daadi – a not-for-profit project that brings people together through sustainable fashion, talks to Ramash Palliwall from Tabaar, an organisation based in Jaipur dedicated to rescuing children victims of child labour trafficking in the fashion industry.
24 March 2026
Europe draws a red line on AI nudifier apps
In a landmark vote, European Parliament committees moved to ban AI tools that generate non-consensual sexual images of real people. It is not yet law, but the political signal is unmistakable.
19 March 2026
The literary competition recognising female writing talent in the Valencian Community, with a prize fund of €4,000
The call for entries has been published in the Official Gazette of the Generalitat Valenciana (DOGV), further establishing this competition as one of the most significant cultural events in the region in terms of equality and literary creation.
15 March 2026
Self-esteem and mental health
Women’s mental health, self-esteem, empowerment.
15 March 2026
Women survivors don’t want to look backward, they just want a job
Marina Alta Regional Coordination Roundtable: Socio‑occupational Integration Project for Women Affected by Gender‑Based Violence
13 March 2026
Women in Music 7th Editon
Beautiful and inspiring performances by Javea students of classical pieces on various instruments. A part of the amazing program of events organised by the Javea Town Hall for International Women’s Day. There is so much in our community to enjoy! Get out and about among the Spanish people, broaden your horizons!
11 March 2026
Rights and responsibilities - the return of old gender concepts among the youth - in English & en Español (abajo)
Equality is a process - Without equality there is no freedom - Without freedom there is no democracy
