Greek institutions launch programs for family support and domestic violence prevention

Various educational and social initiatives have been launched in Greece to support families and address social issues. In Corfu, the Parents' School of the Holy Metropolis of Corfu, Paxos, and Diapontia Islands held its first meeting for the new missionary year. The event featured psychiatrist and author Iakovos Martidis, who spoke on the importance of purpose and meaning in life. The meeting, held at the Metropolis Spiritual Center, emphasized the role of the family environment in providing love and understanding to prevent children from seeking guidance in harmful places.

In Athens, the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA) and the Holy Archdiocese of Athens have partnered to train volunteers in the prevention of domestic violence. This collaborative program aims to empower parish officials and volunteers to form community groups focused on primary prevention. The initiative seeks to challenge stereotypes, promote equality, and foster a culture of zero tolerance toward domestic and gender-based violence through a four-month training curriculum involving both in-person and remote learning.