Italy adds €2 million a year to support for women escaping violence

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  Italy’s budget law adds €2 million a year to financial support for women escaping violence.

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  The increase totals €6 million over 2027–2029 and is for victims in protection programmes.

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  The new funding adds to existing resources and does not change eligibility criteria.

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  The government also extends to 2029 a hiring incentive for private employers who employ unemployed women who are victims of violence.

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  The incentive exempts employers from social security contributions, up to €8,000 a year per worker, excluding INAIL premiums and contributions.

Who

Women escaping violence, including victims in protection programmes.

What

Italy’s budget law adds €2 million a year to the support scheme and extends a hiring incentive for private employers.

When

The additional funding covers 2027–2029. The hiring incentive is extended through 2029.

Where

Italy.

Why

To support women seeking to escape violence and regain their independence.

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