STORIES

Blue and Circular Economy Hackathon: Nurturing innovation for a sustainable future
In an effort to foster innovation and address pressing challenges related to the blue and circular economy, Odyssea, The Cube Athens, and Athanasios C. Laskaridis Charitable Foundation joined hands to organise a three-day Blue and Circular Economy Hackathon. At a time where the world is recognising the importance of sustainable practices, this hackathon aimed to bring

A Launch Event Tailored for Students, Businesses, and VET Schools
In the context of the European project SENSE, Odyssea is hosting a launching event for the upcoming workshops that will focus on STEAM approaches while aiming to enhance participants’ work readiness and skills. The launching event will take place on Friday, 13 October 2023 and our primary audience comprises students aged 19-25, businesses seeking innovative talents,

Atlas Map: An initiative that maps the social enterprises across the European Union
In the framework of the european project Intercraft – A bridge between traditional knowings and cultures, Odyssea completed the Atlas map, the first expected outcome of the project. Atlas map presents 24 social institutions divided per country: 6 from Greece, 5 from Italy, 3 from Slovenia and 10 from other EU countries and it aims to

The Power of Art Integration Pedagogies: Fostering Creativity and Engagement in Education
Arts Integration is a research-based curricular strategy that has found application in classrooms for over three decades. Art integration pedagogies offer a powerful educational approach incorporating the arts into various academic disciplines, enriching learning experiences and nurturing creativity among students. This holistic teaching method not only fosters a deeper understanding of the subject matter but also

The Power of Art Integration Pedagogies: Fostering Creativity and Engagement in Education
Arts Integration is a research-based curricular strategy that has found application in classrooms for over three decades. Art integration pedagogies offer a powerful educational approach incorporating the arts into various academic disciplines, enriching learning experiences and nurturing creativity among students. This holistic teaching method not only fosters a deeper understanding of the subject matter but also

Odysseas’ team at KETHEA EN DRASI accommodation unit inside Korydallos prisons
On Monday 10th of July, Odyssea and John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundation, as part of the project You Have a Second Chance – an initiative that combines vocational training and professional orientation through therapeutic support, visited the accommodation unit of KETHEA EN DRASI inside Korydallos Prisons. During the visit, Odyssea toured the accommodation units of

Intercraft plenary meeting at Odyssea’s premises
The second in-presence meeting of INTERCRAFT brought together project partners from different corners of Europe. Proudly hosted by Odyssea, this event marked a significant milestone in the journey of INTERCRAFT, an initiative aimed at fostering collaboration and understanding by connecting people from different countries and cultures, facilitating them to develop a deep intercultural dialogue. Over the

Active citizens fund supports Odyssea in empowering youth and fostering equitable opportunities
With the project “Empowerment and vocational training for youth neither in employment nor in education or training (NEET’s)”, Active citizens fund programme funded by Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway and with fund operators in Greece Bodossaki Foundation in consortium with SolidarityNow, supports Odyssea aiming at empowering young people and creating a society of equal opportunities for all.

Sailing the waves of knowledge: Odysseas’ successful summer camp!
In the context of the RE-SAIL programme, implemented with the support of A.C Laskaridis Charitable Foundation, that focuses on raising awareness and educating children and youth on activities related to sustainable blue economy, Odyssea organised a unique two week Summer Camp for children that was completed with success! Combining adventure, fun, and education the Summer
Navigating Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Greek workplace
HR Greece and Odyssea joined forces to host a groundbreaking event focused on the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the Greek workplace. By bringing together industry professionals and experts, the event provided a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and growth. The event’s special guest speakers, Glodie Makunda and Christine Varonou, brought a wealth of