ALF Hands-On: Open Call for Participation! - Second Cycle
Societies in the Euro-Mediterranean region are experiencing challenges due to an influx of people fleeing war and violence from the South to the North of the Mediterranean. This, in turn, has instigated fears, prejudices and misunderstandings among different groups in...
Karaiskaki 28
10554 Athens
Greece
We are a youth organization, trying to create opportunities for young people who would like to be active, try and learn something new and gain some experience and knowledge for personal and professional development. We would like to enrich the educational, social and cultural life of young people living in our country, this is why we are mainly working with young people with fewer opportunities. Our organization is aimed towards a community of youth development, because we believe that young people can play an active role in public life and become partners in the decision-making processes, and a driving force in the shaping of the society they live in. We would like to contribute to the formation of a new successful generation, which is determined to change the world for the better. Our organization is mainly focusing on Human Rights education and the promotion of active citizenship through the spreading of the true meaning of the European lifestyle
Our main goals are:
● to increase employment of young people and to support their personal and professional development,
● to inform and promote opportunities for young people about study abroad, internships, volunteering etc.,
● to promote European integration of western Balkan countries and constructive debate about EU,
● to encourage active citizenship and civic participation of young people in particular,
● to assist in building and developing a civil society based on the principles of democracy, freedom, pluralistic and rule of law, justice, responsibility and solidarity,
● to promote and seek the solutions for increasing the transparency in the allocation of public resources,
● to increase legal awareness of citizens and to promote and protect of human rights and freedoms,
● to encourage a responsible attitude to the nature and animals, to promote healthy lifestyles and environmental protection,
● to promote regional development and cross-border cooperation.
● to promote Human Rights education
● to improve educational methodology through Youth Work
Our motto is: Youth is not a time of life; it is a state of mind
We are very active in the field of youth and adult education as holders but also as partners of different kinds of projects in our country and abroad. We have a big experience in making youth exchanges, leading programs and personal consulting in critical situations. We are very interested in the topic, because by ourselves a lot of times we were making small activities about it. We will prepare our group for the project, so they would be even more motivated and ready for self development. After numerous participations to Youth in Action and Erasmus Plus projects hosted abroad by partner organizations and courses promoted by our local Volunteer Center; we have gained competences concerning the:
• creation of safe didactic environments,
• development of educational materials fitting each kind of approach and attitude,
• interpersonal relationships management and motivational techniques.
As Horizons for Youth GR, our contribution to the Anna Lindh Foundation Network in Greece could focus on promoting intercultural dialogue, human rights education and understanding. This can be achieved through various initiatives such as organizing cultural exchange programs, educational workshops, and community events that bring together people from diverse backgrounds. We will engage in collaborative projects with other members of the network to address common challenges and share best practices. Additionally, participating in and contributing to the network's conferences, seminars, and training sessions would be beneficial. Leveraging our organization's unique strengths and resources, such as youth engagement, educational expertise, or community outreach, to support the network's goals in Greece would be a valuable contribution. We will align our activities with the core values and objectives of the Anna Lindh Foundation, which focuses on fostering mutual respect and understanding across cultures. We consider this crucial for a meaningful and impactful collaboration.
As Horizons for Youth GR, our interest in joining the Anna Lindh Foundation (ALF) Network stems from our commitment to fostering intercultural dialogue and understanding, which aligns closely with the core mission of the ALF. Joining the network presents several opportunities:
1. Collaboration and Networking: Being part of the ALF Network would enable us to connect with like-minded organizations and individuals across the Euro-Mediterranean region. This networking opportunity can lead to collaborative projects, exchange of ideas, and sharing of best practices.
2. Cultural Exchange and Learning: The ALF Network is a platform for cultural exchange. By joining, we can participate in and contribute to various programs and activities that promote mutual understanding and respect among cultures. This aligns with our goal of educating and sensitizing youth about different cultures and perspectives.
3. Capacity Building: The ALF Network offers training, workshops, and resources that can help us enhance our capabilities in areas such as project management, intercultural communication, and community engagement. This capacity building is crucial for the effectiveness and sustainability of our programs.
4. Visibility and Influence: Being part of a prestigious and widely recognized network like the ALF would increase our visibility and credibility. It would also provide a platform to voice our perspectives and contribute to policy dialogues related to cultural and intercultural issues.
5. Resource and Funding Opportunities: Membership in the ALF Network can provide access to information about funding opportunities, grants, and partnerships that can support our projects and initiatives.
6. Impact Amplification: By joining the ALF Network, we can amplify the impact of our work. The network's reach and resources can help us to extend our influence and make a more significant contribution to promoting intercultural understanding and cooperation.
In summary, joining the ALF Network aligns with Horizons for Youth GR's mission and goals, and it provides a valuable platform for collaboration, learning, and amplifying our impact in the field of intercultural dialogue and education.
Since the war in Syria started in 2011, many children left their war-torn country, alone or together with their families, and fled to neighboring countries in the Middle East, to Turkey or to Europe. This article will compare how Syrian...
26 Dorileou str
ATHENS
Greece
H.E.D.A.’ s goals and objectives are to develop, encourage friendship and participation between the countries of Europe, Asia, and Africa so as to achieve development and cooperation in all aspects concerning human rights, humanitarian aid, social welfare, education, protection of the environment equality between men and women. Organize, direct and administrate in an international level exhibitions, trading centers, conferences, lectures, seminars and / or other events that aim in the interchange of socio-economic and cultural issues.
Construction of schools and nursery schools in Egypt, construction of medical centres, organisation of conferences, concerts etc
Saint Lucas 5
Haifa 31041
Israel
We seek to create a world in which mental health support is a fundamental component in all emergency efforts for victims of humanitarian crises.
Since November 2015 they have worked in camps, shorelines, ports, and the local hospital in the city of Mytilene, and mainly at Lesvos Solidarity - PIKPA Camp, which became the core of their fieldwork activity in 2016. Later, as a response to the EU-Turkey deal, they expanded to the north to Diavata Camp, Elpída Center, and Floxenia Housing Project on the outskirts of Thessaloniki in mainland Greece. In addition to their work at the camps, they ran significant emergency work during the height of the refugee crisis. They also initiated several emergency operations. These included work on-board rescue boats of our partners Proactiva Open Arms, mental health mobile clinics on shores and ports, and our work with hospital staff once refugees were referred there.
Their work in Greece included activities they held for children and adults which were tailored detailed activities to contribute to the resilience of the refugees, prevent the deterioration of their mental health, and enhance the communal empathy and support mechanisms. The activities, implemented by a team of native Arabic speaking mental health professionals and well-trained volunteers, support the refugees’ recovery by empowering them with tools and skills to cope with the traumas they have endured. They conducted daily activities for children that included recreational activities and non-formal educational activities. They led weekly activities for adults that included crisis intervention for individuals and families in need, as well as support group sessions which included gender and age sensitive groups for men, women and teenagers. From these group sessions, they then earmarked particularly vulnerable cases which they later treated on an individual case by case basis. They also conducted dyadic activities for infants and their primary caregivers.
Humanity Crew has a lot of experience on the field and have been one of the few organizations that have dealt exclusively with MHPSS in the refugee's own langauge. We feel there is a lot to be taught and we have a lot to learn and a good way to do that is through wider netowrks that have similar goals towards human rights.
Similarly to what has been stated above, Anna Lindh is a great network that would potentially provide good contact, conferences, workshops, and general experience. We believe that the more we are exposed to other NGOs the better we become at our jobs.
athens
11744 athens
Greece
WE CAN MAKE IT BIGGER
AND expand awareness of the project all over the world
Because i believe we support the same goals!
For a better world
ACHARNOS 297
10446 ATHENS
Greece
IASIS NGO is a Non- Profit Organization, which composed by: i) Board of Directors, and ii) 50 Personnel. Our organization has a wide field of stuff, such as: Manager Psychologists Social Workers Nurses Physiotherapist Work therapist Administration Stuff Trainers General Duties Psychiatrist Pathologist Special Consultant Also, our budgetary resources are about 1.5 milion euros, while our funding comes from Ministry of Health, Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Welfare, and European Union. About our action, we have concrete projects, such as: 1) Boarding House, 2)Day Center, 3)Youth Day Center called "Passe partout", 4) Shelter for Asylum Seekers, 5) Guest House for Asylum Seekers called "MELLON", 6) Project for women-victims of violence called "I have avoice, I take a stand". Also, we organize dozens of seminars per year, as well as participate in many european youth exchanges programs. Finally, we have many partners, which involved in our organization projects, such as: "NOSTOS" NGO International Organization of Migration Ministry of Health Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Welfare European Union Ministry of Finance
IASIS NGO was established in 2005 as a mental health care organization. Since then, we have developed housing and training facilities for social vulnerable groups such as mental health patients, immigrants, unemployed people, young offenders, victims of violence and youngsters. As an organization we have holistic approach to our beneficiaries. We provide them (apart from the specialized accommodation), training, coaching, specialized treatment and psychosocial support. For improving our services, we have established an R&D department in order to provide our staff with training and new tools. In this framework, we are looking for collaboration with other organizations in order to exchange knowledge, and develop new tools and techniques to support our beneficiaries. Our goals are the following: Providing services of early diagnosis and treatment of adults and their families. Organizing and functioning units of reception and provision of sufficient care to adults with psychiatric disorders. Functioning units that host vulnerable social groups. Organizing and implementing a consulting and supporting way of treatment. Providing specialized psychiatric services and psycho-educational interventions. Preventing and raising awareness of the adults’ family for his needs. Organizing and implementing of intermediate structures of diagnosis, therapeutic treatment of mental disorders, and reinstatement back to society. Planning interventions to the community in order to raise awareness for general matters (social responsibility, etc.) and for more specialized matters (such as immigration, people with special needs, etc.). Collaboration with hospitals and other psychiatric facilities, so the continuity of care is ensured by organizing a network in the community. Training of Health professionals in matters of Mental Health. Implementing research programs.
Boarding House of IASIS NGO, which give shelter and psychosocial support to mental health patients that have just left from psychiatric asylums. Day Center of IASIS NGO, which provide psychosocial support to mental health patients that have just left from psychiatric asylums. Exchange of techniques on the community service of juvenile offenders, in order to identificate specific tools, techniques and methods of motivating young offenders in order to socially reintegrate them. Service for supporting abused women with mental health problems and/or mental disabilities "I take a stand, I have a voice", which provide psychosocial support for women with mental health problems and/ or mental disabilities who have been victims foe violence. Shelter House for unaccompanied children and single-parent families, called "MELLON", which provide shelter and psychosocial support to unaccompanied children aged 5-17 and single-parent families from war zones. Place an Train, which is a program in order to create a workbook for mental health professionals that helps them reintegrate their beneficiaries in the labour market. Soft skills for migrants in Europe, in order to create and provide tools taht wins immigrants empower their soft skills. Shelter House for Semi-autonomous accommodation, which provide a semi-autonomous accommodation to four of our beneficiaries Shelter House for immigrants, which provide shelter and psychosocial support to asylum seekers until they receive an answer to their request. Art Expression-Fight Depression. Youth education and awareness to fight depression through art through expression. UCoach!. A program which provide new skills to empower handicapped people to become more autonomous. Soultrip is a European Voluntary Service project (EVS).
Through the broad experience in the field of mental health, an adult education. Through the well experienced staff in mental health, research and adult education. Through the participation in European partnerships and the exchange of good practices. Through a well structured national and european network with NGO, hospitals and Universities. IASIS NGO is a member of "Psychargos", which is a National Psychiatric Reform Program in order to change the way mental health services.
Many of our firm`s goals are similar to your institutions principles goals. We are hoping to cooperate with other institutions in order to increase the standards of our services.
Boutadwn 6
11153 Athens
Greece
We are an entertainment group of companies here in Greece and our purpose is to help people, mostly children to entertain themselves with different activities. We provide theatrical shows free of charge for children under the age of 18. One of the most famous theatrical shows here in Greece is hosted in one of our buildings.
Theatrical shows, dancing shows, education courses and much more..
I am still searching about your network and I am not sure I can answer this question at this present time.
As I read a little your network is having similar activities with us and I would like to be accepted because here in Greece, at the present moment our people are in pain and are in need of help.
26-28 Parthenonos Street, Akropolis, 11742
Athens
Greece
Image Collective is an independent production company, operating in the sector of audiovisual productions since 2006. It produces television series, video clips and undertakes the filming of corporate and artisitic events. Image Collective's goal is to specialise in television productions, documentaries and corporate videos and to enhance co-producing in Greece and abroad.
The company has produces 'The Alternative Traveller', a TV travel show that was broadcasted in ERT World in 2008-09. It has also produced several documentaries, corporate presentations and has covered numerous events.
28, Karaiskaki
10554 Athens
Greece
Impact Hub Athens aims to create and support an ecosystem of sustainable and responsible entrepreneurs and innovators in Athens, providing knowledge, infrastructure valuable connections and a global platform to launch their initiaitives.
Space: We provide a coworking space
Content: We design and deliver educational programs that empower and catalyze social entrepreneurs in their journey, supporting every entrepreneurial stage.
Community: We host a thriving local community of social entrepreneurs and innovators in Athens, connecting them to our global community of 10.000 people.
