ABOUT US
ABOUT US
The Anti-Discrimination Network is an informal coalition of civil society organizations in North Macedonia that works to promote human rights, equality, and protection against discrimination. The Network was established in 2010 with the aim of providing free legal aid, strategic advocacy, and support to individuals and groups facing discrimination on any basis.
The Network’s main mission is to contribute to the creation of a society where all citizens enjoy equal rights and opportunities, regardless of ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, social status, health status, or any other personal characteristic.
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Vision
The Network strives to create an inclusive, democratic, and just society in which every person enjoys equal rights, dignity, and opportunities without discrimination on any basis. Our vision is a society in which institutions provide effective and timely protection, and where human rights and equality represent fundamental societal values.
The Network actively works on:
➤ Providing free legal aid and representation in cases of discrimination
➤ Monitoring and analyzing laws and institutions
➤ Raising public awareness of equality and human rights
➤ Strengthening institutional mechanisms for protection against discrimination
➤ Cooperating with national and international organizations and institutions
The Network consists of several member organizations working in the field of human rights, legal protection, gender equality, and support for marginalized communities. Through joint action, the Network contributes to the development of a more effective system for the prevention of and protection against discrimination in North Macedonia.