CYCLADES Unified

CYCLADES Unified

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Our common project with "Kimolistes" & "Imagine Heritage" accepted by Iliopoulos Foundation, for funding Cultural Actions in the Aegean Islands.

11 August 2026

Our common project with "Kimolistes" & "Imagine Heritage" accepted by Iliopoulos Foundation, for funding Cultural Actions in the Aegean Islands.
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Publication of the Information Guide (Infopack) and Launch of the Application Process for the Erasmus+ Youth Exchange Project “Wave of Change.”

30 June 2026

Publication of the Information Guide (Infopack) and Launch of the Application Process for the Erasmus+ Youth Exchange Project “Wave of Change.” We are delighted to announce the official release of the Information Guide (Infopack) for the upcoming Erasmus+ Youth Exchange Project titled “Wave of Change” (Project Number: 025-3-ELO2-KA152-YOU-000372987), which is co-funded by the European Union and supported by the Youth and Lifelong Learning Foundation (I.N.E.D.I.V.I.M.).
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WAVE of CHANGE (Project Number: 025-3-ELO2-KA152-YOU-000372987)

27 June 2026

he "WAVE of Change" project (Project Number: 025-3-ELO2-KA152-YOU-000372987) is a fully co-funded Erasmus+ initiative tackling the climate crisis head-on. This project aims to equip youth with crucial green competencies like waste reduction strategies, circular economy thinking, and sustainable event management. Through non-formal education and interactive workshops, you'll explore the ecological challenges of coastal environments and help drive real environmental action!
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2nd European Forum on Digital Citizenship Education

26 June 2026

Ms. Sofia Chanioti, environmentalist and team member at Cyclades Unified presented the Environmental Protection Educational Guide at the 2nd European Forum on Digital Citizenship Education | Council of Europe, Strasbourg, Palais de l’Europe. The bilingual Educational Guide to Environmental Protection, is a result of our collaboration within the framework of the #StoryTellingkimolos - No Plastic project on the island of Kimolos last summer. It was funded with the support of the https://cycladespreservationfund.org/grants/ (CPF).
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GISA Commitment – Protecting Posidonia Seagrass Beds and Meadows

26 June 2026

Cyclades Unified has joined the Greek Islands Seagrass Alliance. https://seagrassalliance.gr/symmachoi_new/ We are pleased to announce that Cyclades Unified has joined the network of partners of the Greek Islands Seagrass Alliance (GISA),https://seagrassalliance.gr/, a nationwide initiative for the protection of Posidonia and Greece’s seagrass meadows. Cyclades Unified is a civil society organization that responds to the need for change by building capacity and raising environmental awareness in the Cyclades islands, focusing on communities that are taking their first steps toward adopting Zero Waste practices. Our participation in GISA is a natural continuation of this journey. Posidonia seagrass beds form the foundation of Greece’s marine environment, supporting an economy that depends on fishing and tourism—while Posidonia sequesters carbon dioxide at rates that even exceed those of terrestrial forests. On the islands where we operate, these underwater areas are a critical part of the natural and cultural landscape. GISA aims to change this situation through extensive public outreach, partnerships with schools, training for educators and marine users, as well as initiatives with professionals in the fishing and tourism sectors. This approach aligns perfectly with the way Cyclades Unified chooses to work: close to communities, with respect for local culture, and with an emphasis on intergenerational learning.We are proud to join our voices with GISA’s allies and look forward to contributing to the protection of these underwater meadows—for nature, for our communities, and for future generations.
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Participation in Hypatia Art Week & Collaboration with the KEMET Foundation

2 April 2026

Our Participation in Hypatia Art Week & collaboration with the KEMET Foundation in Alexandria, Egypt (April 2–17, 2026)We are delighted to feature two exceptional artists: the new coming illustrator Konstantina Archontaki and the talented student at the School of Fine Arts of Thessaloniki, Myrtali Nikolaidou, whose works are featured in the “Hypatia” Festival, organized by the KEMET Institute in Alexandria, Egypt, April 2–17, 2026, dedicated to exceptional female creators. We thank the friends and collaborators of the Cyclades Unified Civil Society Organization, Mr. Mostafa Mamdouh Zaky Morsy and Mr. Ahmed Mamdouh, for the opportunity to include Konstantina and Myrtali’s works in this important event.Under the auspices of the Cultural Development Fund – Ministry of Culture of EgyptIn collaboration with the Italian Consulate in Alexandria, the Hellenic Book and Culture Foundation, the Goethe-Institut Alexandria, Rotary Egypt District 2451, the Rotaract Club of Cairo, the MENA Women’s Business Club, and the Wasl Collective.Learn more about the Kemet Institute: https://www.kemetfoundation.org/Hypatia Art Week is an innovative platform of the Kemet Institute for Development, dedicated to empowering women in the arts and creative sciences. It brings together women artists, designers, and creators from Egypt and around the world for a dynamic celebration of cultural expression and gender equality. Through exhibitions, performances, film screenings, fashion shows, and workshops, the event promotes international cooperation, economic empowerment, and intercultural dialogue. Recognized as part of Alexandria’s role as the Mediterranean Capital of Culture and Dialogue for 2025, it amplifies women’s voices and shapes the future of the creative sector.Co-funded by the European Union in collaboration with EUNIC Egypt.#hypatiafestival #kemet #visualnarratives https://cycladesunified.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AQO8X8ZFNIX3Zu9YWsoFmpPhS0_pjh9m79FcEwqi3QY4R6HGsKWoIhl_RsRAAWaP6tn6eJflwCInru9ae4ikOXmv8cf6-hatZ0xV9BiGjg.mp4
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Educational Guide to environmental protection

14 December 2025

As part of our #StoryTellingKimolos -No Plastic program, carried out with the support of the CPF, a bilingual educational guide was created to help students understand what plastic pollution and microplastics are, how they affect the seas and marine life, and how we can all contribute to better practises.
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Replacing Plastic Straws with Wheat Ones!

4 September 2025

Cyclades Unified, funded by the Cyclades Preservation Fund, implemented a Kimolos initiative to reduce single-use plastics through distributing 5,000 biodegradable wheat straws and delivering hands-on environmental education. Activities included film screenings, awareness outreach, and the “Blue Traces” cyanotype workshop, engaging children and adults in creative reuse and plastic literacy. In partnership with the Municipality of Kimolos and local volunteers, the program built practical skills, promoted sustainable habits, and highlighted the urgent impact of plastic pollution on marine ecosystems worldwide today.
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INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE of KIMOLOS - Tradition, Memory & Identity

19 July 2025

An exhibition titled “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Kimolos – Tradition, Memory & Identity” was held on 19/7/25 at Espera Suites, organized by Cyclades Unified with the Municipality of Kimolos. Based on five years of research by Agatha Rodi, it presented audiovisual archives, objects, and oral histories. Curated by Iliana Zioga and Athanasias Athanasios, it successfully linked heritage with tourism and launched the Digital Museum initiative for Kimolos and Polyaigos.
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Storytelling Kimolos – No Plastic!

7 July 2025

The Cyclades Unified organization, supported by the Cyclades Preservation Fund, launched an initiative on Kimolos to distribute 5,000 wheat straws as an eco-friendly alternative to plastic. Together with the Kimolos volunteer group Kimolistes AMKE, they offered these natural straws during the screening of the children’s film Delphinomikroulis 1 at the Medieval Castle on September 4, 2025. The goal was to encourage both children and adults to adopt more sustainable everyday habits.
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Plastic Life

6 July 2025

Η δράση STORYTELLING – NO PLASTIC της Cyclades Unified ΑΜΚΕ προωθεί τη μείωση της πλαστικής ρύπανσης, σε ευθυγράμμιση με τους Στόχους Βιώσιμης Ανάπτυξης 11, 12, 14 και 15 του ΟΗΕ. Αναδεικνύει τις επιπτώσεις των πλαστικών στη θαλάσσια ζωή, στην ανθρώπινη υγεία και στην οικονομία, και προτείνει πρακτικές λύσεις κυκλικής οικονομίας, εκπαίδευση και καλλιτεχνικές παρεμβάσεις για βιώσιμες κοινότητες.
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EASY VISI MENTORSHIP, part of Project: Visibility and Dissemination Toolbox for NGOs.

7 April 2025

Cyclades Unified proudly participates in the 5-month European mentorship program “Visibility and Dissemination Toolbox for NGOs” (#EasyVisi Project). Implemented by TERRA TECH (Germany), LifeZone Group (Estonia), My Madeira Island (Portugal), and Clictic S.L. (Spain), the project supports youth organizations in improving their visibility and communication impact. As a newly founded NGO, Cyclades Unified aims to strengthen its capacity, address current challenges, and develop effective tools for outreach and dissemination. Through expert mentoring and an innovative toolbox, the organization will enhance its presence, promote its initiatives, and contribute to stronger, more visible non-profit work across Europe.
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STORYTELLING WAVES FOLEGANDROS & MYKONOS

20 March 2025

Funded by J.F. Costopoulos Foundation, Storytelling Waves workshops engaged Cycladic students using Agatha Rodi’s book to explore sustainability, heritage, and shared island traditions, producing a collective student-authored book initiative regionally.
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Preserving Kimolos’ Medieval Heritage through RESILIAGE

12 March 2025

Cyclades Unified participates in the European program RESILIAGE (HORIZON EUROPE) as a CORE Associated Lab, together with nine organizations from Austria, Slovenia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, and Spain. On 12/3/2025, the **Medieval Castle of Kimolos**, its churches, and the landscaping by local volunteers were presented to the head of Core Labs, Ms. Farzaneh Allakbari, and the CoreDnet lead, Ms. Sofia Darbesio. The program aims to promote collective memory and preserve cultural heritage. Cyclades Unified, in collaboration with the Municipality of Kimolos and the Cyclades Ephorate of Antiquities, works to restore and highlight the Castle and its churches, while raising awareness about weather phenomena and climate change, strengthening the resilience of the local community.
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StoryTelling Waves - Milos

3 October 2024

Our organization partnered with Kimolistes NGO, with funding from the J.F. Costopoulos Foundation, to deliver the “Storytelling Waves” workshops across six Cycladic islands. The program, led by Agatha Rodi, uses storytelling and her book A Young Kimolistas to introduce students to sustainability, environmental issues, and cultural heritage. The initiative aims to collect students’ input from each island and produce a collective book preserving local traditions. The workshops operate under the auspices of the Hellenic Tourism Organization and the Municipality of Kimolos, within the “Kimolos Experience” Festival.
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Posidonia Festinal 2024 - Rafina

25 May 2024

We participated in the 2nd Posidonia Festival in Rafina, presenting our book A Young Kimolistas. We thank Ms. Valerie Vassilikos for creating the festival, Eugenia Athina Fois for coordinating the event, and the Cyclades Preservation Fund team for their support. Inspiring discussions with Eirini Renata Karathanou and Evangelos Paravas gave us hope for preserving Posidonia meadows.
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StoryTelling Waves - Sikinos

17 May 2024

Our organization partnered with Kimolistes NGO, with funding from the J.F. Costopoulos Foundation, to deliver the “Storytelling Waves” workshops across six Cycladic islands. The program, led by Agatha Rodi, uses storytelling and her book A Young Kimolistas to introduce students to sustainability, environmental issues, and cultural heritage. The initiative aims to collect students’ input from each island and produce a collective book preserving local traditions. The workshops operate under the auspices of the Hellenic Tourism Organization and the Municipality of Kimolos, within the “Kimolos Experience” Festival.
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StoryTelling Waves - Serifos

25 April 2024

Our organization partnered with Kimolistes NGO, with funding from the J.F. Costopoulos Foundation, to deliver the “Storytelling Waves” workshops across six Cycladic islands. The program, led by Agatha Rodi, uses storytelling and her book A Young Kimolistas to introduce students to sustainability, environmental issues, and cultural heritage. The initiative aims to collect students’ input from each island and produce a collective book preserving local traditions. The workshops operate under the auspices of the Hellenic Tourism Organization and the Municipality of Kimolos, within the “Kimolos Experience” Festival.
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THI Volunteer Connect program

10 November 2023

Our organisation participates in the THI Volunteer Connect program. It serves as a bridge between the global Greek community and local non profit organisations in need of support to address important challenges, fostering a stronger bond as well as empowering a sense of community. Check our page and calls that will be announced according to our year's planning. A rewarding experience of giving back through volunteer work. The main idea is to strengthen cultural ties while starting a transformative journey that promotes volunteerism and contributes to better communities.

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