Civic and Social Organizations in Greece

Irida Women's Center

Irida Irida is a nonprofit organization that empowers economically and socially vulnerable women to become active members of society and fulfill their goals and aspirations. In our women-led community center, women can find the support they need to address challenges, find solutions and achieve positive change. Through casework, protection, legal psychological and psychosocial support, and employability services, women find a space to share and learn and make responsible decisions for their lives. Our vision is a world in which no woman is left behind. Our mission is to ensure that every woman at risk of poverty and social exclusion is empowered and supported to pursue opportunities for personal and professional growth and determine the course of their life.

11 to 50 staff

Ecogenia

Our Vision A generation of active climate citizens working together for a sustainable and resilient Greece Our Mission Mobilize young people to accelerate localized climate action through the civic service model Our Values Sustainable Prosperity, Collaboration, Initiative, Ambition, Equity and Excellence For more news, articles and information on Ecogenia, click here: https://linktr.ee/ecogenia.gr/

1 to 10 staff

Black Light The Blind Side Of View

Blacklight is a Social Cooperative Enterprise with a mission to improve the daily lives of people with visual impairments and act as a major stakeholder for their work integration. To accomplish this, Blacklight acts as a bridge between people who can see and visually impaired people. We offer multidimensional B2B education services with the aim of bringing businesses closer to a category of consumers who are practically excluded from the retail trade and enhancing skills and awareness regarding blindness.

1 to 10 staff

Finance Club Uom

The finance club of the University of Macedonia is a non-profit students' club, which was established in March 2015 from students of the University of Macedonia. The goals of the club are to promote non-formal learning in its member and include inter alia: • The promotion of communication and networking between enterprises and the members of the club • The acquisition of practical knowledge in finance with direct implementation in the labour market • The dissemination of the importance of modern finance science. In order to achieve the goals mentioned above the club is involved in the following actions: 1. Meetings, conferences and workshops on topical issues of economic science 2. Projects with various companies in the field. Educational visits to companies and participation in competitions. Writing of financial articles in collaboration with financial magazines. Το Finance Club είναι ένα φοιτητικό σωματείο μη κερδοσκοπικού χαρακτήρα που ιδρύθηκε την άνοιξη του 2015 από φοιτητές του Πανεπιστημίου Μακεδονίας. Οι στόχοι του Συλλόγου έχουν αποκλειστικά επιστημονικό και εκπαιδευτικό χαρακτήρα και περιλαμβάνουν μεταξύ άλλων: • Τη διάδοση της φιλοσοφίας και της σημαντικότητας της σύγχρονης χρηματοοικονομικής επιστήμης • Την προώθηση της επικοινωνίας και δικτύωσης μεταξύ επιχειρήσεων του κλάδου των χρηματοοικονομικών και των μελών του συλλόγου. • Την απόκτηση από τους φοιτητές πρακτικών γνώσεων επάνω σε θέματα χρηματοοικονομικής με άμεση εφαρμογή στην αγορά. Προκειμένου να επιτύχουμε τους παραπάνω στόχους ο σύλλογος θα αναπτύσσει συγκεκριμένες δράσεις όπως: 1. Ημερίδες, συνέδρια και workshop πάνω σε επίκαιρα θέματα της οικονομικής επιστήμης 2. Εκπόνηση μελετών με διάφορες εταιρίες του χώρου. Εκπαιδευτικές επισκέψεις σε επιχειρήσεις και συμμετοχές σε διαγωνισμούς. Συγγραφή οικονομικών άρθρων σε συνεργασία με οικονομικά περιοδικά.

51 to 200 staff

Municipality Of Korydallos

The Municipality of Korydallos has a total area of 4.8 sq. M. is located at the intersection of the industrial zone, the center of Athens and Piraeus. It belongs to the Attica Region - Piraeus Sub-Region and borders the Municipalities of Nice, Ag. Barbara and Chaidari. According to the 2001 census, the population is 67,456. But the actual population is over In 1934 it was seconded by the Municipality of Athens and the new Community of Korydallos was created, while in 1946 it was recognized as a Municipality. It is governed by a 41-member City Council.

201 to 500 staff

Eko Greece

EKO, the Entrepreneurship and Social Economy Group, is a Non-profit Organisation seated in Athens, Greece, working in the field of youth empowerment, cultural integration and sustainable development. Founded in Athens in 2013, EKO is active in the following fields: • non-formal education • youth empowerment • female entrepreneurship • cultural integration • social inclusion of vulnerable groups and minorities • all topics environment-related and sustainable development. EKO`s primary mission is to contribute to the creation of an inclusive society, free from prejudice and discrimination. Thus, developing and growing a sustainable living environment. Over the years, EKO has developed its expertise and know-how within the area of European projects, empowering intercultural dialogue among European youth and citizens. Thanks to the enthusiasm, motivation, experience, know-how and hard work of its board, staff, members and volunteers, EKO has established a solid reliable profile and identity via strong partnerships at the national, European and international level, thus strengthening civil society cooperation and networking. EKO is a founding member of Euromed Network of Youth Organisation (Y-NEMO), as well as of the International Alliance for Peace and Development (IAPD) Furthermore, EKO is an active member of the Observatory to Prevent Extremist Violence (OPEV) Anna Lindh Foundation and Youth Proactive Network (YPA). It is also an accredited international elections observer for Egypt and a contributor to research and reporting for the United Nation's Sessions. EKO has been involved in the elaboration, organisation and implementation of multiple projects funded mainly by the EU, in particular, in the context of Erasmus +(KA1, KA2 and KA3) and in the context of European Solidarity Corps (ESC).

1 to 10 staff

Metallaxis

EVOLUTION IS NOT RANDOM. At METALLAXIS, we believe that futures are shaped by those who are prepared — with the right intelligence, design, and strategy. In a world defined by complexity and acceleration, we transform uncertainty into strategic clarity. Through advanced trend analysis, scenario planning, market intelligence, and innovation consulting, we help businesses anticipate shifts, mitigate risks, and unlock new opportunities for sustainable growth. Foresight for us is not simply about adapting to change. It is about designing futures that deliver lasting, human-centered value — aligned with STIRIXIS Group’s vision of True Prosperity. Our expertise includes: • Strategic foresight and scenario planning • Emerging trend mapping and research • Innovation roadmaps and systems thinking • FutureReports™ tailored to industries and sectors • Strategic brand evolution and narrative development By integrating future-thinking into every step of strategic decision-making, we support forward-thinking businesses and institutions in moving with purpose into what’s next. Headquarters: Athens | Bucharest | Dubai | London

1 to 10 staff

Mosaic Culture & Creativity

MOSAIC - Culture & Creativity MOSAIC intends to encourage cultural and social innovation by supporting and mentoring new creative Start-Up entrepreneurship activities, developing local regional and international synergies, and establishing alternative types of networking and cooperation between creative stakeholders, enterprises and the public. Primary goal is the promotion, the empowerment, the capacity building, audience development and internationalisation of the Cultural and Creative Organisations as well as the studying and monitoring the impact of Cultural and Creative Industries to local development, economy and social cohesion.

1 to 10 staff

Network Of Youth Engagement - Katerini

Network of Youth Engagement (Δίκτυο Ενεργοποίησης Νέων Κατερίνης) is an open group of 50 young people-students that through meetings closely or online, exchange views, converse and trying to prepare proposals and ideas for Katerini. The network started as an initiative between 5 young people back in 2015. Katerini, like many provincial towns, faces the problem of youth unemployment, but it does not adopt any progressive solutions to create a more sustainable future. Solutions that can improve the service quality and the life of their inhabitants. On the other hand, the existing social problems create further obstacles to the inclusive economic and political participation of young people in their municipality’s issues and deal with the many extreme voices. The network is an action which intends to develop into a social organization for young people of this city, promoting the youth work and social participation.

11 to 50 staff

Union Of Women Associations Of Heraklion

The UNION OF WOMEN ASSOCIATIONS OF HERAKLION PREFECTURE, is an NGO, established in the year that belongs to the Voluntary Non Governmental Organizations, and operates at Heraklion Municipality, Crete. It is an organization for women’s and children rights; also it promotes culture and civilization. The Union is active in the following fields: 1. Protection of women rights and the promotion of gender equality to Heraklion municipality and Crete region 2. Supporting women self-help groups in Heraklion 3. Protection of abandoned children of age 0-6 4. Provision of shelter assistance and social service to violated and abused women and children 5. Actions of dissemination, awareness raising and education for the abused women either at private level or social level (work etc). Scientific provision of services (psychological support, legal advice, return of abused women to the labour market etc). Provision of counseling and social services to women in danger and children. Mentoring to women on re-entering the labour market (women victims of domestic violence) 8. Counselling and coaching for women to return to normal life and support 9. SOS hotline operation for reporting domestic violence incidents and support 10. Promotion of Foster Families within societies within society; awareness raising of public, training of executives 11. Provide actions of added value to the immigrant women of the region. Mobilization and awareness raising on the topic of female migrants victims of domestic violence. The Association will mobilize local stakeholders and social service departments in order to focus also to domestic violence of immigrant women. Provision of services to homeless persons and persons that face poverty problems.

11 to 50 staff

Co-Opability Institute

Το Co-opAbility Institute δημιουργήθηκε από μία ομάδα επιστημόνων που πιστεύουν στη συνεργασία και στους συνεταιρισμούς ως μέσα βιώσιμης επιχειρηματικής ανάπτυξης. Δουλειά μας είναι να συν-δημιουργούμε μαζί με τους ενδιαφερόμενους εταίρους μας βιώσιμες συνεταιριστικές λύσεις στα προβλήματα τους, λαμβάνοντας υπόψη μας τις ιδιαίτερες κάθε φορά ανάγκες τους Η Αποστολή μας: Να διευκολύνουμε, στηρίζουμε και επιταχύνουμε τη συνεργασία των ανθρώπων, των ομάδων και των οργανισμών εκπαιδεύοντας τους συνεταιριστικούς ηγέτες του αύριο οι οποίοι θα πρωτοστατήσουν στη δημιουργία και ανάπτυξη βιώσιμων συνεταιριστικών επιχειρήσεων και διεξάγοντας υψηλού επιπέδου συμμετοχική, ενεργητική έρευνα με σκοπό τη συν-δημιουργία μαζί με τους συνεταιριστικούς ηγέτες βιώσιμων συνεργατικών λύσεων σε πιεστικά οικονομικά και κοινωνικά προβλήματα. Ακολουθήστε μας για να μάθετε περισσότερα και να συμμετέχετε στις δράσεις μας στο The Co-opAbility Institute is created by a team of scientists who firmly believe in cooperation and co-operatives as a means of sustainable enterpreneurial development. Our Work is to co-create, together with interested partners, system-wise solutions to their problems based on awareness-base collective action. Our Mission: To facilitate, support and speed up sustainable cooperation between and among people, groups, co-operatives and other organizations. Follow as at to learn more and partucipate in our actions.

1 to 10 staff

Omnes

Omnes is a grassroot organisation which originates from a volunteer movement born in the region of North Greece and which nowadays, is implementing its inclusive vision gradually through a housing program, an inclusion center and a livelihood component.

11 to 50 staff

The People's Trust

The People’s Trust is a Not-for-Profit organization in Greece that supports start-ups and small, existing businesses. We offer micro-funding of up to and free of charge business development services. Our Vision We provide the groundwork needed for young Greek businesses to flourish. Our mission is to relieve unemployment in Greece through entrepreneurship. We empower tomorrow’s entrepreneurs with the tools and skills they need to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. The People’s Trust operates in Greece to- Promote new job creation through entrepreneurship - Encourage a culture of entrepreneurship - Inject cash directly into the economy

1 to 10 staff

Diadrasi

Diadrasi means "Interaction". We started before 15 years as a voluntary initiative by a group of young people for actions against Internet and Computer Addiction. Today we are a leading team of specialists in what is known as "Digital Addiction". Children and adolescents are still the central target of our efforts. At the era of ubiquitous computing where digital devices are an intergral part of our everyday life, we need to point out the dangers that may underlie every click, screen scroll and screen interaction. Most importantly what needs to be prevented is the possibility that our kids and us may lose parts of ourselves and lives scattered around the Web by limiting our personalities to profiles uploaded in social networks. Technology can be a menace or a blessing. We are here to ensure the latter by informing, support counselling, encounter groups and special workshops. https://diadrasi.org/

11 to 50 staff

Genderhood

Genderhood is a non-profit organization promoting gender equality and preventing gender bias. Ιt defends human rights via active learning and art practices. The organization designs educational programs, socio-cultural activities and creative workshops aimed at all children and adults with no exceptions. Genderhood's mission is to empower communities of all ages to independently co-create a world of gender equality- Η ΑΜΚΕ Genderhood από το 2017 προάγει την έμφυλη ισότητα και την πρόληψη των έμφυλων στερεοτύπων. Αποστολή του οργανισμού είναι η ενδυνάμωση κοινοτήτων όλων των ηλικιών με σκοπό να λάβουν τις δεξιότητες ώστε να συνδιαμορφώσουν μία κοινωνία έμφυλης ισότητας. Σχεδιάζουμε εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα στο πλαίσιο δράσεων για:(α) Παιδί & Πρόληψη. Παράλληλα, δραστηριοποιείται στους παρακάτω τομείς:(β) Ενδυνάμωση & Ενήλικες,(γ) Σχολείο & Επιμόρφωση (δ) Κοινωνία Ευαισθητοποίηση (ε) Πολιτισμός & Φύλο. Η τεχνογνωσία της διεπιστημονικής ομάδας δημιουργεί καινοτόμες εκπαιδευτικές δράσεις με ουσιαστικό κοινωνικό αντίκτυπο. Έτσι, δίνεται προτεραιότητα στην ενεργό συμμετοχή για την επίλυση έμφυλων καταπιέσεων που αντιμετωπίζουν οι εκάστοτε ομάδες-στόχοι.

1 to 10 staff

Greek Shipping Hall Of Fame

Our Hall of Fame celebrates some of the greatest personalities in Greek shipping, the world's most exciting transportation business, responsible for moving more than 90% of global trade.

1 to 10 staff

Kallipatira - Panhellenic Athletic Women's Association

KALLIPATIRA is an athletic association whose mission is to promote the spirit of athletism and fair play, to support athletes in need and to strengthen sports infrastructure. In accordance with its mission, KALLIPATIRA organizes athletic and cultural events and campaigns against doping. Purpose of the Association is to foster, disseminate and promote the Olympic ideals and sports in general, according to the fair play principles. The promotion of women's sports and the promotion of them in sport Committees, the empowerment of sports for people with disabilities and to promote the principles of the Paralympic movement, the empowerment of the sport for people with intellectual disabilities, the solidarity among athletes of any sport by providing care and aid to those athletes that are in need, the development of charitable activity/charity and acts of solidarity aiming to help and support individuals and groups that suffer or are threatened by social exclusion or group of people that are in need. Finally, the provision of emergency humanitarian, food and development assistance to the population of the developing countries, to contribute to economic and social development of these countries, as well as organizing all kinds of cultural and social events, and the participation of the association in similar events organized by third parties in order to promote these objectives. To promote the idea and the ideals of volunteering work and to promote the above goals of the association. Furthermore, one of the main purposes of the Association is to organize seminars and meetings, sports as well as cultural and social events. It focuses on the participation of the association’s members in sports events and games, the development of cooperation and solidarity (ideals) among its members.

1001 to 5000 staff

Place Identity Ngo

PLACE IDENTITY -GR CLUSTERS is an NGO located in Athens, Greece, which designs and implements Social and Political Innovation projects at neighborhood,city,regional and national level, focusing on Citizens’ Participation. Key activities of PI include the regeneration of degraded public spaces through cross-sector partnerships and active citizens’ engagement, innovation labs for the development of prototype participatory decision making processes for local and national governance, trainings in Participatory Leadership and Design, as well as a series of related cultural and educational events. PI is a member of the “Actors of Urban Change” Network and recently part of the EEA grants programme “We are all citizens”. In all its projects, PI acts as a catalyst for the development of clusters, engaging local authorities (eg. City of Athens), private companies (eg. Cosmote), academic institutions (eg. University of Thessaly) and other NPOs. All PI activities aim at reinventing Democracy and the role of the Citizen in the new era. Some of our synergetic activities:| Politeia 2.0 | A political innovation platform, by the citizens for the citizens Projects/Workshops:#DemocracyReborn #Constitution 2.0,#Agora 2.0, Participatory design and leadership workshops http://politeia2.org http://democracyreborn.org | IDEATOPOS conference 2012 | The 1st Pan-Hellenic Place Marketing and Branding conference http://ideatopos.org/2012/ Video:http://vimeo.com/42236563 | ImagineTheCity | A platform which aims at opening a creative dialogue between citizens, academics, creators and local authorities, on the decision-making processes and design of public works in Greek cities, by developing a series of exhibitions in Greek cities for the regeneration of the urban landscape. http://placeidentity.gr/en/category/activities/imagine-the-city Contact us: info@placeidentity.gr

1 to 10 staff

Romantso

Romantso functions both as a hub for companies or idividuals within the creative industry and as a cultural center, organizing and hosting a variety of events accessible to the wider public, on a daily basis. It is situeted in the former printing plant of the once famous “Romantso” magazine, in the historical center of Athens. THE CREATIVE HUB Romantso’s creative hub offers office spaces for rent together with a variety of services aimed at start-up companies and young entrepreneurs within the creative industry. The building has gradually grown into a vibrant melting pot for young creatives that provides both private and shared working spaces, as well as many other facilities. THE CULTURAL CENTER Romantso’s cultural center organizes and hosts music performances, art exhibitions, seminars, workshops, presentations and lectures accessible to a wide range of audiences. Its purpose is to reactivate an abandoned part of the historical center of the city, which used to house the creative core of urban life several years ago.

11 to 50 staff

See In Action

An organization built to connect young people from Southeast Europe, and the wider European area, in order to create impact by taking action and promote issues of civil society.

1 to 10 staff

Urbana Lab

URBANA is a Civil Non-Profit Partnership founded in 2019 in Athens, Greece, bringing together architects, urban planners, social scientists, and educators. We envision inclusive cities where diverse needs and desires coexist and where everyone feels they belong. We believe that for cities to truly reflect their people, everyone must have an active role in shaping their social and spatial future. Through our interdisciplinary projects, we advocate for the right to the city for all. Our work integrates contemporary methods with a strong focus on gender perspectives, inclusion, and participatory design, reimagining urban spaces as vibrant, equitable places for everyone.

1 to 10 staff

Co-Fund

We are a group of people from Greece who came together in the years of the financial crisis, seeking a personal and collective way out of unemployment, financial insecurity and poor working conditions. We believe that the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) is a promising alternative for society, contrary to the current dominant economic model, which is responsible for some of the current greatest social and environmental impasses of our time. In trying to create new SSE projects and more jobs, the biggest obstacle we encountered was the lack of resources that would allow SSE to spread in a sustainable way. To this end, we have been thinking of the idea of Community Funding: a permanent community of solidarity between people who either need more democratic, sustainable and socially useful work, or are able to contribute financially to that end. In collaboration with some of the most dynamic SSE collectives in Greece, we have set up Co-Fund to make our project a reality.

1 to 10 staff

Co2gether

Μη κερδοσκοπική εταιρία με ιδιαίτερη ενσυναίσθηση για τις κοινωνικές προκλήσεις της εποχής.

1 to 10 staff

Koi.S.P.E. Athena-Elpis

The Social Cooperative of Limited Liability ( SoCoop)''Athina-Elpis''-Is a Mental Health Unit supervised by the Ministry of Health-Develops various commercial activities-It's main purpose is the psychosocial integration of people with severe psychosocial issues-It is considered Social Cooperative of Integration (L.4430/2016)-Is registered in the Social & Solidarity Economy Registry of the Ministry of Labour-Offers to each customer quality services, with reliability and consistency at the lowest possible cost.

51 to 200 staff

Mediterranean Insitute For Nature And Anthropos Medina

Since 2003, the Mediterranean Institute for Nature and Anthropos (MedINA) has been working towards the harmonious relationship between people and nature. With an original focus on three priority areas –the cultural values of wetlands, landscapes and sacred natural sites– MedINA is expanding its scope and is also working on traditional, cultural practices and integrated approaches to managing and safeguarding environmentally and culturally sensitive areas.

1 to 10 staff

Openous

Openous is the 1st Greek organisation about the development of psychological resilience in children through innovative educational programs. Children with emotional resilience, self confidence, improved social and communication skills, moral values, knowledge and experiences, an openous/open-minded attitude and a good quality of life are the capable and active citizens of the future. In Openous we empower children to open their minds and we help communities to understand and adapt resilience as a social innovative key asset for the education, through innovative educational programs, seminars, awareness campaigns etc. We work in collaboration with local communities, partner organizations, and governments to develop children's empowerment/resilience through education and support all children to have equal access to school.

1 to 10 staff

Athens Pride

The largest LGBTQI+ Festival in Greece, in charge of running the festival every June and strengthen the voice of the queer community.

1 to 10 staff

Cities For Cycling

A non for profit organization that advocates, plans, proposes, initiates, works and delivers projects for a Bicycling Friendly Greece. A network for cycling in Greek cities.

11 to 50 staff

Eapn Greece-Hellenic Antipoverty Network

The Greek Antipoverty Network (EAPN-Greece) is an independent body with 35 member organisations that offer support to socially excluded groups. It is a founding member of the European Antipoverty Network (EAPN). The goals of EAPN are to reduce poverty, inequality and social exclusion, to empower people who experience poverty and increase their participation in decision-making processes. EAPN members publish country-by-country reports and an annual European Poverty Watch to highlight the extent and aspects of poverty and social exclusion and to exercise pressure on the European Commission and all European Union institutions to adopt integration strategies, policies and measures.

1 to 10 staff

Esn Ntua Athens

Welcome to the Erasmus Student Network (ESN). The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is a non-political, non-profit student organisation of National Technical University of Athens (ESN NTUA). Today, our members are mainly students having participated in the Erasmus programme in the past, so we all know exactly the exchange student feeling! Our mission is to foster student mobility in Higher Education under the principle of Students Helping Students. We help, in all possible ways, the Erasmus exchange students coming to study in National Technical University of Athens (as well as in other universities in Athens) and the Greek students wishing to participate in the Erasmus program. Our primary interest is to promote the European Union's programmes so that more young people will take advantage of the cultural benefits available and realise that there are many more things that bring people together than separate them, regardless of their country of origin, religion, economical background or political beliefs. We help the incoming Erasmus exchange students in Athens by: Getting in touch with them before their arrival in Athens Arranging suitable accommodation for them Providing them with an information package upon arrival Organising an Introduction Week Helping them with all the practical, everyday problems that they face Organizing Cultural events, Parties, Trips and Sport activities. We help the Greek students interested in studying abroad by: Participating in meetings that each department of National Technical University of Athens organises to provide general information Helping them choose a university suitable for them Providing them with practical information about their host university Getting them in touch with other Erasmus students

11 to 50 staff

We Are Community

Founded in 2022, We are Community (WaC) is guided by a robust mission firmly rooted in our sincere commitment to communities and the intricate fabric of diversity seamlessly woven into the arts. Our commitment extends to fostering community-powered initiatives that seamlessly weave together local and global spheres. We aspire not only to create memorable and enjoyable experiences but also to facilitate highly participatory endeavours, ensuring the inclusion and appreciation of every voice. Through the active promotion of equity and inclusivity, our objective is to bridge gaps and unite individuals in sociable and meaningful ways. At the core of WaC are the cherished values of diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our team comprises a harmonious blend of empathetic listeners, adept communicators, meticulous researchers, skilled facilitators, and creative troubleshooters. The power of storytelling serves as our tool to empower communities and artists alike, enabling them to eloquently share their unique narratives. Fueled by a global network of partners spanning Europe, the UK, and beyond, we integrate their collective wisdom into our project conception and execution. Our partners, representing diverse corners of the world, include both prominent institutions and grassroots civil society groups. We enthusiastically embrace the opportunity to unite people, fostering unexpected synergies and catalysing networks that reverberate with profound impact.

1 to 10 staff

World Harmony

World Harmony is a non-profit organisation, establishing Universal Comfortable Income to end poverty and income inequality in the world. We are people like you. Everyone is welcome to join.

1 to 10 staff

Actoida Koin.S.Ep

Our Firm hires who makes ->Our vision is to and their integration in the social and professional environment. At the same time, our purpose is the through handmade creations, as well as raising community awareness on social issues.

11 to 50 staff

European Anti-Violence Network Eavn

European Anti-Violence Network (EAVN) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization founded in 2006. EAVN's activities include the design, implementation and evaluation of capacity building, training, educational and awareness raising activities as well as research activities aiming at primary, secondary and tertiary prevention of violence against women and girls (VAWG), intimate partner violence (IPV) and domestic violence (DV). EAVN provides specialized information to women survivors of IPV, develops methods and activities for their empowerment and has trained hundreds of teachers and health and social care professionals on gender equality, VAWG, IPV and DV. Publications include extensive educational material for training professionals and sensitizing adolescents on IPV issues, and supportive material for abused women. EAVN offers a specialist support service for women survivors of IPV where they obtain reliable and accurate information about their rights and how to claim them, assistance before-during-after civil or criminal proceedings, including psychological support and advice for legal, financial and practical issues; peer-support and empowerment as well as women’s involvement in decision making processes is promoted. EAVN monitors all data collected by Greek Authorities on VAWG and DV every year, monitors the adoption and way of implementation of policies and exerts political pressure towards the compliance of Greece with EU and International standards. EAVN has designed, implemented and evaluated the GEAR against IPV I and II projects aiming at primary and secondary prevention of IPV in adolescents in 7 countries and has a vision towards the integration of this approach to the regular school curriculum as well as to its promotion at EU wide level.

1 to 10 staff

Koispe Diadromes Ose

Koi.S.P.E. Diadromes is a legal entity under private law with limited liability of its members, which aims at the socio-economic and professional integration of vulnerable groups with psychosocial problems. The Specialized Office of Supported Employment (OSE) for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) of KoiSPE Diadromes aims to facilitate employment opportunities in businesses and organizations for those with high and average functioning autism. Our purpose is to support, guide and integrate into the labor market, people with high and average functioning ASD, who wish to work. Moreover, the need for supported employment of this population group is imperative, since, despite their ability and suitability for work, they often experience employment and social exclusion. Autism Spectrum Disorder is classified as a developmental disorder, and affects communication skills, socialization and functionality. It is noted that the project is funded by the Ministry of Health, the Panhellenic Federation of Social Cooperatives of Limited Liability (POKoisPE) and the co-owner of the project are the KoiSPEs. Specifically, the creation and operation of the Network of Supported Employment for People with Autism Spectrum Disorder is financed by the Ministry of Health in the framework of the implementation of Sub-project 6 entitled ""Creation and two-year pilot operation of a Specialized Office of Supported Employment for People with Serious Psychosocial Problems and in particular for high and average functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in KoiSPE “Diadromes", of the Act entitled "Creation of a Network of Supported Employment for People with Severe Psychosocial Problems and people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), through the operation of Specialized Offices of Supported Employment, by the Panhellenic Federation of Limited Liability Social Cooperatives and Social Cooperatives, PoKoiSPE (OPS Code 52 17909 "HEALTH 2021-2025").

1 to 10 staff

Sae World Council Of Hellenes Abroad

In 1995, the Greeks abroad joined forces for the first time forming “Greece of the World”. A presidential decree instituted World Council of Hellenes Abroad (SAE) to consult and advise the Greek State on issues concerning the Greeks abroad. A firm demand and vision expressed by World Hellenism finally materialized enjoying broad political consent. The Founding Assembly of the World Council of Hellenes Abroad convened on November 29 through December 8, 1995 in Thessaloniki and elected the dynamic Andrew A. Athens from Chicago, USA, to the presidency (1995-2006). SAE initially comprised of four geographic Regions managed by an 11-member Presiding Board, while Thessaloniki became established as SAE’s permanent headquarters and “capital city” of World Hellenism Maturity and solid experience acquired over the years consolidated the belief that SAE can evolve into an organization with a great future. The implementation of Law No. 3480/2006 gave SAE new impetus guaranteeing its consultative, advisory, assertive and supportive role to the Greek State.Pursuant to the new Law the number of Regions increased from four to seven. The 6th World Convention in December 2006 elects Stefanos P. Tamvakis to the president’s office. The biggest challenge and SAE’s main goal is to establish cooperation, offer support and unite World Hellenism making it even stronger. SAE’s main goal is to bring together the Greeks of the Diaspora creating a global Network aimed at planning and materializing programmes for the benefit of the Omogeneia to be subsequently conveyed to the Greek State thus fulfilling its role as an advisory and consultative body.

11 to 50 staff

Selfm.Aid

The NGO «selfm.aid» combines social work and handicraft: Wherever people suffer from existential hardship and basic needs can no longer be met, we encourage those affected to help themselves by producing the necessary goods that significantly improve their current living situation - independently and from local resources. This is how we break the vicious cycle of dependency and hopelessness. Manual activities and crafting enable relationship building and foster collaboration between one another and the immediate surroundings. Innovative solutions are developed together and bridges are built between people, cultures and languages. These connections are crucial, because only as a strong, local community are we able to address the great global challenges of the present and especially of the future.

1 to 10 staff

The Beehive Community

The Beehive Community is a transformative social enterprise, that provides workshops, seminars, self-improvement programs, and retreats, with the aim of fostering personal and social change. Guided by a vision of liberation and empowerment, they create a safe space for individuals and groups to enhance their interactions and unlock their full potential. Embracing a Culture of Care, they emphasize empathy, emotional intelligence, respect, and equal opportunities, paving the way for a society based on mutual support and personal growth.

1 to 10 staff

Hellenic Mapping And Cadastral Organisation H.E.M.C.O

11 to 50 staff

Aletheia Rcs

Aletheia RCS is a non-profit humanitarian organization, founded in Ticino in May 2019. The word “Aletheia” comes from Greek and it cannot be translated. It is used to refer to something that no longer needs to be hidden and that can finally reveal itself because it has never been forgotten. Aletheia RCS is committed to bringing concrete aid to migrants who are stuck in refugee camps in Greece. In addition, Aletheia RCS is committed to informing the population in Switzerland about the reality of migration in Greece.

1 to 10 staff

Diaplous Social Cooperative

Diaplous is one of the first social enterprises in Greece established by the law 2716/99. Diaplous acquired its legal status sometime in early 2004. A team of mental health professionals, people with psychosocial problems, friends and legal persons were gathered together and the journey began! This journey was a demanding one, as we had to meet the challenge of creating a business, with long-term viability, in which people with psychosocial problems would work. During this journey, we have encountered various obstacles, financial and, mainly bureaucratic. However, our persistence and patience have been remarkable. At the end of 2007, through funding we received, we started a new initiative developing a team offering gardening services to private customers in the wider area of Attica. We also bought agricultural equipment and installed an one-acre greenhouse in order to cultivate the land. We renovated an old space in the center of Athens and opened up a shop selling traditional products from all over Greece. Having acquired considerable experience over the following years, we thought that a re-organisation of our business activities was due. We transformed the gardening team into a grass cutting and clearing team, meanwhile staying faithful to our commitment with regards to product cultivation, having in mind many plans of extending and enriching our activities further. We then dared to venture towards the new challenge of cleaning services. At the same time, a decision was made to close down the traditional products store, and were later vindicated for the decision to cease its operation.

51 to 200 staff

Kethea

KETHEA is the largest rehabilitation and social reintegration network in Greece. It has been providing its services to drug addicts and their families since Ithaki, the first Greek therapeutic community, was set up in 1983. Its services are offered free of charge on the street and in prisons and rehabilitation units around Greece. KETHEA also helps people suffering from other forms of addiction including alcohol, gambling and the Internet. KETHEA programmes are drug-free and offer a comprehensive range of services which seek to help the individual recover and build a new life for themselves in which they participate in society productively and on equal terms. KETHEA provides counselling and drug treatment, family support, health care, education and training, legal support and assistance reintegrating into society and re-entering the world of work. KETHEA’s aims are full and sustained abstinence from substances for the individual and their equitable reintegration into society. KETHEA also runs school and community-based prevention and early intervention programmes, and is active in training and research in the field of addiction. Its therapeutic programmes and activities seek to raise awareness of the phenomenon, to promote scientific knowledge, and to continually improve the services offered to addicts and their families

201 to 500 staff

The Home Project

The HOME Project is a non-profit organization founded in 2016 to address the needs of unaccompanied refugee children who arrive in Greece alone. Children who have been forced flee their countries and remain unprotected, find shelter in the safety of its 13 homes in the center of Athens. There, in addition to warmth, security, and stability, they are provided with a comprehensive framework of child protection services, which facilitate their smooth and meaningful integration into society. Through its child protection model, The HOME Project provides social, mental health and legal support, as well as access to education, while offering a safe, stable and healing environment, where children are empowered to reclaim their childhood, take charge of their lives, and build a future for themselves. The organization’s Child Protection Unit (CPU) – a team of highly experienced psychologists, social workers, lawyers, caregivers and educators- develops and implements Individual Development Plans (IDP) for every child they care for. These include both short and long-term interventions based on each child’s specific needs. Over the past 8 years, The HOME Project has transformed the lives of over 1,400 unaccompanied refugee children from more than 40 countries, and has contributed to numerous positive changes in the national institutional ecosystem for the protection of unaccompanied minors. Additionally, it has created 300 jobs (with 50% of its staff being members of the migrant and refugee community, including former beneficiaries), offered 51 scholarships in leading academic institutions in Greece and abroad, and raised more than €35 million in support of unaccompanied refugee children living in Greece.

51 to 200 staff

Istorima

At Istorima you can hear the stories and histories of others and also share your own. Here, in their own voices, people share stories of difficulty, or of love; stories that changed them or defined them; contemporary stories as well as stories from past. These stories help us to know one another, to come closer to one another, and also to become closer to our common history. Istorima preserves important human stories of lives and experiences that aren't recorded in written histories. Istorima is the co-creation of the historian Katherine Fleming and the journalist Sofia Papaioannou, and brings together history and journalism. It is the largest collection of oral histories ever to be undertaken in Greece. Istorima is a non-profit company supported by a founding grant from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), within the framework of their “Recharging the Youth” initiative. Istorima is each of us and our stories, stories which must not be lost.

11 to 50 staff

Equal Legal Aid

A non-profit organisation providing high quality pro-bono legal aid to displaced persons in and around the area of Thessaloniki, Greece. Our team of trained lawyers and interpreters is working relentlessly to assist asylum seekers and migrants in the course of their asylum procedure. We believe that every individual should be able to take well-informed decisions during their asylum procedure. This means the right to legal assistance and the right to accurate and up-to-date information regardless of their social positioning.

1 to 10 staff

Fabric Republic

Το ρούχο είναι βασικό αναντικατάστατο υλικό αγαθό από τη πρώτη στιγμή της ζωής μας στο κόσμο. Σκιαγραφεί τη ταυτότητα μας, ντύνει τις στιγμές μας, τα όνειρα και τις ευκαιρίες μας. Η αξιοποίηση μεγάλου όγκου ενδύματος από τις εκάστοτε κοινωνικές δομές δεν είναι επαρκής, με αποτέλεσμα, χιλιάδες τόνοι ετησίως να καταλήγουν στις χωματερές αναξιοποίητοι ενώ την ίδια στιγμή χιλιάδες συνάνθρωποι μας ζητούν να ντυθούν αξιοπρεπώς. Η Fabric Republic ήρθε για να καλύψει το κενό δημιουργώντας το πρώτο ολοκληρωμένο σύστημα διαχείρισης πλεονάζοντος ρουχισμού στην Ελλάδα. Το κεντρικό μας σύνθημα αντικατοπτρίζει τη φιλοσοφία μας σε ακέραιο βαθμό: No Empty Clothes (N.E.C) To πρόγραμμα υλοποιείται με δωρεά από το Ίδρυμα Σταύρος Νιάρχος

1 to 10 staff

One Happy Family

WITH the people - not FOR them! «One Happy Family» is a community center on the Greek island of Lesvos. Lesvos is, due to the close distance to Turkey, an important waypoint for people fleeing from wars and crises in the Middle-East and Northern Africa. These people stay on the island for many month, as the EU-Turkey deal hinders the continuation of their journey to the mainland. Because of the severe human rights situation in Turkey, they can also not be sent back in most cases. With our center, which is growing steadily and welcomes several hundred people every day, do we fill gaps which have been created by insufficient humanitarian aid and lack of governmental intervention. Our aim is to give a piece of dignity and self-determination back to the thousands of people which are stuck on Lesvos. In the center, there are many projects, which have been built upon request and initiative of the refugees. The community center is not being built and run FOR the people, but WITH them. Together with people from different nations, volunteers and fled people, it will become a community. The people from the camps are not only engaged in building and running but also in idea finding and decision making. That’s how we want to give them back some independency, automotive and a sense of responsibility. Those people often live in total dependency of governmental help and NGOs. Most of them don’t want that. They want to help themselves. Self-determined instead of determined by others. The project is financed by private donations.

51 to 200 staff

Symbiosis

Drawing upon collaborations in education, rights and non-discrimination in the Balkans and Greece since 2003, Symβiosis was founded in May 2011 in Thessaloniki. Aiming to bridge theory, practice and policy, Symβiosis focuses on information and education, freedom of expression, public debate and active civic participation, so that people and communities voice their needs and ideas; while it supports intercultural and interfaith dialogue and political education to strengthen social cohesion, understanding between different cultures and acceptance of diversity. In the current climate of crisis, reasserting the importance of fundamental rights for all, and developing vibrant civic institutions has become a pressing priority. Symβiosis works towards establishing partnerships among civil society organisations, collectivities and networks focusing on equality, participatory democracy and social justice, and on combatting discrimination based on ethnic and religious affiliation, gender and social conditions. Symβiosis advocates for the political, social, and economic participation of migrants and vulnerable communities at the local, national and European levels, and for the inclusion of marginalised groups and the young in the public sphere.

1 to 10 staff