The Cabildo of La Palma and Princess Hotels Canarias have signed an agreement to hire at least four women victims of gender violence, with individual support throughout the process.
The president of the Cabildo of La Palma, Sergio Rodríguez, and the general director of Princess Hotels Canarias, Daniel Salat, signed a collaboration agreement on Monday aimed at facilitating the employment of women who have suffered gender violence. The agreement, signed at the Hotel La Palma Princess in the municipality of Fuencaliente, includes the hiring of at least four women, as well as personalized support throughout the entire process.
Also present at the signing were the island's councillor for Social Action, Ángeles Fernández; the mayor of Fuencaliente, Gregorio Alonso, and representatives from the hotel chain. The agreement is part of the Cabildo's policies to combat male violence and promote the autonomy of victims.
Sergio Rodríguez highlighted that this agreement “opens a real opportunity for women who need to regain their independence and start a new chapter away from violence.” The island president emphasized that “behind every case is a woman who needs security, stability, and an opportunity to regain her own decisions. Our duty is to accompany them, but also to create the conditions for them to rebuild their lives with autonomy.”
Rodríguez valued the collaboration of the private sector, stating that “the response to gender violence cannot be limited to administrations. We need companies that understand they can also be part of the solution and turn that commitment into concrete opportunities.”
For her part, the island's councillor for Social Action, Ángeles Fernández, explained that the agreement will be developed alongside the island's service for women victims of gender violence, studying each situation individually. “It is not just about providing a job. It is about supporting each woman, respecting their timing, and offering a safe environment where they can regain confidence and stability,” she stated.
Fernández reminded that economic independence is one of the main supports for leaving a situation of violence. “Having one's own income allows for decision-making and looking to the future with greater security. That is why this agreement is especially important,” she asserted.
The agreement, which has no set duration, establishes a framework for collaboration between both entities for the selection and hiring of women, as well as for monitoring their employment integration. Princess Hotels Canarias commits to offering jobs tailored to the abilities and circumstances of each candidate, while the Cabildo will provide the necessary training and psychosocial support.
The Cabildo has emphasized that such initiatives are crucial for breaking the cycle of violence, as economic dependence is often one of the main obstacles preventing women from leaving a violent relationship. Collaboration with the business sector is considered key to providing real and sustainable opportunities.
The mayor of Fuencaliente, Gregorio Alonso, positively assessed the signing of the agreement and encouraged other companies in the municipality and the island to join similar initiatives. “It is an example of how cooperation between administrations and businesses can generate a positive impact on people's lives,” he noted.
The Hotel La Palma Princess, where the agreement was signed, is one of the largest hotel establishments on the island and belongs to the Princess Hotels Canarias chain, which has several complexes in the archipelago. The company has previously collaborated with the Cabildo on employment integration programs for vulnerable groups.
Women interested in participating in this program can contact the island's service for women victims of gender violence, where they will receive information and advice on the requirements and selection process. The Cabildo has announced that job offers will be published as the necessary profiles are defined.
This agreement adds to other measures implemented by the island corporation to combat male violence, such as psychological support programs, financial aid, and empowerment workshops. Councillor Ángeles Fernández has stated that new alliances with the business sector will continue to be sought to expand job opportunities for victims.
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