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Launch of the Addiction Prevention Intervention at the American Agricultural School of Thessaloniki

We would like to inform you that, in the context of our Centre’s prevention activities, the implementation of an information and awareness-raising intervention on the issue of addictions is planned and will start immediately, targeting the students of the second grade of the American Agricultural School of Thessaloniki. Summary Intervention Programme: Objective: to inform and […]

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#Support_Hara: A performance that “opened” a dialogue on gender violence in the Municipality of Thermaikos

The first presentation of the show “#Support_Hara” by “Little North”, in collaboration with the Prevention Center “ELPIDA” and the Okanas, was warmly received by the audience at the Kappa Theatre of the Municipality of Thermaikos, on January 20, 2025. The performance, which focuses on the prevention and management of gender-based violence, delighted the audience, who

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Completion of the seminar “Mental Health: Strengthening Self-Esteem” in the framework of the health education programme

The two-day introductory seminar for the teachers of the 7th Primary School of Kalamaria, on 13 & 20 January 2025, was completed with great success. The seminar was held in the framework of the health education program entitled “Mental Health: Strengthening Self-Esteem”. The aim of the seminar was to introduce teachers to the basic concepts

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Meeting of Presidents and Scientific Directors of Prevention Centres of Central Macedonia

On Friday 10 January 2025 at 10:00, a meeting of Presidents of Prevention Centres of Central Macedonia was held at the renovated premises of the Prevention Centre “ELPIDA” in Kalamaria, following an invitation by Mrs. Betty Semakula-Yapoutzi, President and Director of the Centre. The meeting, which was considered extremely important, was also attended by the

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Prevention melodies flooded Kalamaria and Thermi

In an atmosphere full of festive atmosphere and Christmas magic, the “ELPIDA” Prevention Centre organised two special musical events aimed at raising public awareness on issues of addiction prevention and psychosocial health. On Tuesday 19 December, Kalamaria Town Hall Square was flooded with melodies from the musical group of Evi Siamantas. Along with the music,

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Adult group on stress management “Stress: a paradoxical gift”

Stress often comes up in people’s stories as an integral part of their lives. It “speaks” through thoughts, through emotions and physical reactions. The body often takes on the role of “messenger”, sending messages about mental experiences that we find difficult to face. What triggers anxiety? How does it relate to one’s personal history? How

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5 December – International Volunteer Day – Empowerment & Prevention

On the occasion of the International Volunteer Day, the “Elpida” Prevention Centre honours the invaluable contribution of volunteers in the prevention and promotion of psychosocial health. Volunteering is a strong buffer against the challenges of modern society, while it fosters a sense of participation and social responsibility, empowering individuals and families. The active participation of

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Strong messages of life from the students of the third grade!

It is with great pleasure and pride that the Prevention Centre presents the works of the students of a section of the 3rd grade of the 8th High School of Kalamaria, which they created in the framework of our intervention for the prevention of addictions. The students, with drawings full of colours and imagination, remind

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World Day Against Drugs – “Unlock your choices, free from addictions”

The Prevention Centre “ELPIDA” in the framework of the World Day against Drugs, organizes, in cooperation with the Municipality of Kalamaria, an event entitled: “Unlock your choices, free from addictions”, on Wednesday 29 June 2022. This year, the message of prevention is summarized in the value of being aware of one’s choices and the possibilities

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Information about the Elpida programs at the Kindergarten

The Prevention Centre “Elpida” has been carrying out addiction prevention interventions in the school community for 24 years, adopting the view that the promotion of mental health in education is one of the primary pillars of its action. Considering at the same time that the effectiveness of prevention work is increased when universal interventions are

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