The “Summer Solidarity Shots” project was a multi-dimensional volunteering initiative implemented through three distinct volunteer teams working in high-priority social fields. The project focused on social inclusion, cultural development, and the strengthening of local communities.
The first team operated in Thessaloniki, collaborating with organizations that support vulnerable and marginalized groups. Volunteers implemented educational activities with children from the Roma community in partnership with “Faros tou Kosmou,” while also participating in initiatives supporting refugees through organizations such as “Oikopolis” and “Alkyoni.” In addition, they contributed to the work of the social enterprise “Argo” at the Psychiatric Hospital of Thessaloniki, supporting the social reintegration of individuals with a history of substance abuse.
The second team, also based in Thessaloniki, focused on preserving Europe’s intangible cultural heritage by supporting “Action Art” in organizing the Storytelling and Narration Festival. This initiative promoted cultural expression and intergenerational learning.
The third team operated in Stratoni, a village in Halkidiki, where they developed initiatives aimed at enhancing cultural opportunities in a remote area. Their activities focused on fostering community participation and bridging generational gaps, strengthening social cohesion within the local community.
