This event was organised by IVY project partner for project Green Urban Resilience under interreg programme NEXT Black Sea Basin, Christina Karkalaki.
The event was designed to raise awareness about the European Cohesion Policy, with a particular focus on its environmental dimension. Participants had the opportunity to explore what the Cohesion Policy entails, including its main objectives and key priorities, especially in relation to sustainable development and ecological initiatives.
The event took place in Faliro Park – a central and well-loved green space in the heart of Kavala, offering both a meaningful environmental action and a chance to engage with the community – on the 5th of June and started at 16:00 with a speech by Io Chatzivariti, a specialist on Cohesion Policy. There was time for questions, allowing participants (30 signed participants and 15 visitors who were walking in the park) to engage more deeply with the topic. Approaching the Cohesion Policy from an environmental lens, attendees created banners with environmental tips. Ice cream, juice, and cool water were provided to keep everyone hydrated and energized throughout the event. As part of the event, they also actively contributed to a greener future by taking part in a symbolic tree-planting activity, for which gardening kits with all necessary tools were distributed.
Photos by IVY volunteer Christina Karkalaki.
