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Athens Study Trip: Human Rights, Diversity and Civic Engagement in Greece

Exploring the contemporary dynamics and discourses of Greek society and the influence of the economic crisis on Greek political life and social affairs.

This program focused on human rights, democracy and diversity as well as on civic engagement in Greek society and discourse following the economic crisis. It took place in Athens from October 4 – 11, 2015.

Participants in this one-week study trip explored the impact of the economic crisis on Greek society as well as on minority and marginalized groups such as immigrants, refugees, Roma or members of the LGBT community. The program created an international learning experience and a platform for constructive exchange and dialogue. It included a mix of lectures, discussions and meetings with civil society leaders as well as skills-building workshops. Participants learned from academics, practitioners and activists and from each other in a forward looking and respectful learning environment. Through this study trip, Humanity in Action provided an environment of networking and skills building for young professionals seeking to address social issues in their home communities.

Humanity in Action selected a total of 30 individuals to participate in the program. Fifteen participants were recruited from Greece. Fifteen participants were selected from within the Humanity in Action community of Fellows and Senior Fellows. Fellows and Senior Fellows from all years and countries were eligible to apply.

This project was generously supported by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF).

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This project was generously supported by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) and the Germeshausen Foundation.