The Chancellery of the Prime Minister has appointed Małgorzata Bojańczyk, co-initiator of Agro Woman and Director of the Polish Association for Sustainable Agriculture and Food, to the Council of Non-Governmental Organizations for Poland’s Presidency in the Council of the European Union.
Agro Woman, as an initiative supporting women in the agri-food sector, emphasizes the elimination of barriers, the promotion of gender equality, and making careers in this industry more attractive. Supporting women in agriculture and rural areas is a vital element of a broader social dialogue that reflects the European Union’s priorities regarding gender equality and sustainable development. Agro Woman focuses on increasing women’s participation in the socio-economic development of rural areas, recognizing their key role in shaping innovative and sustainable agriculture. An equally important goal is to care for the mental health of farmers, enhancing their quality of life, professional effectiveness, and ability to cope with the challenges of working in agriculture.
SOURCE: KPRM.
The Council of Non-Governmental Organizations for the Presidency serves as a platform for social dialogue, enabling the joint shaping of priorities for Poland’s leadership in the Council of the European Union. Through the active engagement of representatives from initiatives such as Agro Woman, the council will be better able to address the needs and interests of female farmers, male farmers, and rural residents, while also raising social awareness about the significance of the presidency for Poland and the European Union.
Council members, utilizing their knowledge and experience, will be responsible for supporting the shaping of priorities that not only respond to the challenges of the agri-food sector but also align with broader social goals, such as improving the mental well-being of farmers and promoting equality in access to professional development. In this way, the Council will serve as a platform integrating various social voices, helping to ensure that Poland’s presidency in the EU Council reflects the full spectrum of social interests, including sustainable agriculture and gender equality.