Lesvos residents demand support to combat demographic decline

During an event in Mytilene organized by Kostas Arvanitis and The Left political group of the European Parliament, residents and representatives from Lesvos highlighted the urgent need for public policies to address the island's demographic challenges.

Participants, including educators, farmers, fishers, and local officials, described the difficulties of maintaining a viable community. Key concerns include a shrinking student population, the risk of school downgrades, and the struggle of local producers to sustain their livelihoods. The discussion emphasized that demographic stability depends on providing young people with decent work, adequate public services, and the ability to build families in their home regions.