Kosovo’s Prime Minister, Albin Kurti, emphasized that equal justice is not an abstract principle, but a concrete responsibility of the Republic of Kosovo, reports Rks News.
He highlighted that equal justice means full implementation of rights guaranteed by the Constitution and law in every institution, zero tolerance for domestic violence and discrimination, and strict criminal prosecution of such cases.
“On International Women’s Day, we speak of equal justice not as an abstract principle, but as a responsibility of the Republic of Kosovo. Equal justice in Kosovo means that the rights guaranteed by the Constitution and law are fully enforced in every court, every workplace, every municipality, and every police station. It means that domestic violence and discrimination are neither tolerated, justified, nor concealed, but are criminally prosecuted and prevented. It means that every girl and woman in Kosovo has equal access to education and quality opportunities for life and career. Equal justice means that women are not just voters, but decision-makers. It means equal representation in politics, leadership, public institutions, and meaningful participation in shaping the future of our country. A democracy cannot be strong if half of its population is underrepresented,” Kurti stated during the International Women’s Day ceremony – March 8, with this year’s global theme: “Rights, Justice, Action”, organized by the Gender Equality Agency within the Office of the Prime Minister of Kosovo.
Kurti added that equal justice entails zero tolerance for gender-based violence, enforcement of protection orders, support for survivors, accountability for perpetrators, and equality in wages and access to healthcare services.
“It means zero tolerance for gender-based violence not just statements, but protective orders and enforceable rights. Perpetrators of violence are held accountable, survivors are supported with accessible legal aid, shelter, and economic opportunities. It means labor laws that guarantee equal pay for equal work, healthcare that respects the dignity of women, family law that protects equality, and justice institutions free from prejudice and undue influence. Equal justice is not just a women’s issue; it is a measure of our democracy, our European path, and our future.
It means that rights written on paper must be applied in practice. During our mandate, the empowerment of women and girls has been a concrete priority, with policies, budgets, and measurable results,” he concluded.
