Ptolemeon 29A
54630 Thessaloniki
Greece
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Our ecology
Already in 1982 we said that we understand the ecology as a tool of analysis, critique and social change, starting from a new angle, as to reinstate man in nature, by utilizing the findings of science and translating them into social practice, with interdependence, naturalness, plurality and diversity as its guiding axes. Thus, it is clear that ecology, extends beyond the identification of the physical laws that govern ecosystems, the denouncement of the upset of ecological balance and the fight for the environment protection, and inevitably reaches to a criticism of lifestyle, of production and consumption. Ultimately, and contrary to what many believe, the domination of man over nature is but a reflection of human domination over man. This is what social ecology advocates, not merely sticking plasters on the planet's wounded body.
Organizing awareness activities, provides legal advice on environmental offenses matters. Also is claiming vindication through the legal battles for public issues.
Ecological Movement of Thessaloniki is the National Eurovelo Coordination Center for Greece and Membership of ECF (European Cyclists’ Federation)
GreenWave Festival: It is an alternative “green” celebration which is organized by the Ecological Movement of Thessaloniki every year since 2011, in cooperation to other organizations and networks. It is materialized thanks to the valuable contribution of citizens who give away their voluntary action, free time and energy towards planning, setting about and taking care of every single detail about all kind of issues during that event
GreenWave targets the meeting of people, the exchange of their opinions and the cooperation prospects among the ones who are interested in alternative ways of solving social problems in accordance to environmental protection and social solidarity as well as to entertain, to amuse and to develop the creativity of the participants. Those kind of people-every September- freely communicate and associate with each other, form cooperatives, think about solving local environmental, social or political problems and finally act accordingly
OIKOPOLIS - A PARALLEL CITY
FOR ECOLOGY AND SOCIAL SOLIDARITY (since 2013)
The social space OIKOPOLIS was created as an initiative of the Ecological Movement of Thessaloniki. OIKOPOLIS objectives are:
a) the dissemination and application of green ideas and values and alternative solutions through organizing events, lectures, discussions, seminars, workshops and other activities on issues of ecological, political, social and cultural content
b) the practical solidarity to individuals and social groups in need, as well as the realization of raising-awareness actions on issues of discrimination, racism, violence , etc, but also support actions for those who suffer from them.