Greece Ministry of Education announces actions for International Day of Persons with Disabilities

The Greek Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs, and Sports has issued a circular calling for all primary and secondary educational units, including Special Education and Training Units (SMEAE), to organize awareness-raising activities for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3.

The initiative aims to sensitize the educational community and society regarding equal access to education for persons with disabilities. Proposed activities include promoting the rights of students with special educational needs, combating stereotypes and prejudices within schools, and emphasizing respect for student heterogeneity. Schools are encouraged to organize organized games, sports, artistic, and cultural activities in collaboration with special education units and supported by pedagogical consultants and special educational personnel.

A formal event will also be held at the Ministry of Education on Thursday, December 3, 2026, to highlight the voices of students with disabilities and share best practices in inclusive education.