G R E E C E in PROGRESS
G R E E C E in PROGRESS
| Support the National Paralympic Bowling Championship Division Games The support for the National Paralympic Bowling Championship Division Games was a multifaceted activity that successfully combined advocacy, logistical support, and community engagement. By addressing both immediate needs—ensuring a well-prepared championship—and long-term goals—highlighting the barriers to political participation for athletes with disabilities—the project reinforced its commitment to inclusivity and empowerment. The collaborative effort with Axizo (Agioi Theodoroi) further cemented the sustainability of these efforts, ensuring that the event will continue to serve as a platform for awareness, advocacy, and change in the years to come. |
| Bocce and VR Workshops The Bocce and VR workshops exemplified a multi-dimensional strategy for raising public awareness about inclusivity and political participation. By integrating physical activity with innovative digital learning tools, the event effectively highlighted the barriers faced by individuals with disabilities and presented concrete strategies for overcoming them. The enthusiastic attendance and positive reception confirmed that the approach resonated with a broad cross-section of the community. In doing so, the initiative not only enriched the local discourse on accessibility and democracy but also set the stage for ongoing advocacy, policy evolution, and a more inclusive social fabric in the years to come, promising a brighter future for all. |
| Opening Ceremony of the National Paralympic Bowling Games The Opening Ceremony of the National Paralympic Bowling Games exemplified how sports can serve as a powerful celebration and a platform for social change. It was far more than a festive gathering: it was a pivotal demonstration of the Empowering Inclusive Societies project's core mission: to advocate for and actualise full participation of individuals with disabilities in all facets of community life. By hosting the event in a central public space, the ceremony bridged everyday life and the ideals of inclusivity, making it clear that accessibility is not an add-on but an essential community value. Serving as role models, the athletes illustrated the heights of achievement made possible when barriers are removed. At the same time, policymakers and citizens alike saw firsthand the positive outcomes of supportive policies and practices. Beyond its immediate success, the ceremony's impact rippled across the community, galvanising local stakeholders, energising policy discussions, and planting seeds for future inclusive gatherings. In this way, the event did more than celebrate the triumphs of Paralympic athletes; it charted a path toward sustained community engagement, advocacy, and policy reforms that will continue to shape a society where everyone's potential is recognised and encouraged. |
| Participant Arrival, Keynote Speeches, and Panel Discussion Gathering influential speakers, legal experts, and engaged community members under one roof illustrated how legislative reforms, advocacy efforts, and grassroots engagement can collectively dismantle barriers to democratic participation for individuals with slight intellectual impairments. Participants left inspired and better informed, poised to leverage the insights from expert analyses and real-life testimonies. The project gained renewed momentum, cementing alliances crucial for ongoing policy advocacy. These outcomes advanced the project's immediate goals of raising awareness, deepening dialogue, and promoting inclusive policies and fortified a supportive network equipped to champion inclusion well into the future. The session laid vital stepping stones toward a more equitable and participatory society for all by converting rhetoric into actionable frameworks. |
| Final Press Conference of the EID Event The closing ceremony celebrated the event's success and contributions to promoting inclusion through sports and civic engagement. |
They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.