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Preparation Activities by Greece – "Art as Resistance to Discrimination"

As part of the preparation phase for the CACAT project (Creative Approaches Combating All Types of Discrimination), the Greek national team contributed a powerful and multifaceted body of work that highlights the role of art and youth in promoting inclusion and human rights.

Under the thematic umbrella of creativity as a tool for social change, the Greek team produced a rich set of materials that explore discrimination in their national context while actively engaging with youth-led artistic expression. These contributions include:

Whole research in presentation can be found in the following file

Research from Greek Team 

A research-based presentation on forms of discrimination in Greek society, especially focusing on gender inequality, racism, and LGBT+ rights. Based on official data and sources such as the Gender Equality Index and RVRN (Racist Violence Recording Network), this document provides a clear snapshot of current realities:

  • Greece ranks 25th in the EU regarding gender equality.

  • A 10% gender pay gap still exists.
  • Homophobia and attacks on migrants remain widespread, with 89 attacks reported in 2023 alone.
  • Urban art, especially in Exarcheia, is used as a form of social protest.
  • Events like Athens Pride reveal a growing wave of youth participation and activism.
Whole research in presentation can be found in the following file
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Posters

A series of visual posters

, created by young people, that reflect creative responses to societal issues. These posters convey messages of unity, equality, and empowerment, using vibrant visual language:

  1. "Youth People Against Hate"

    shows solidarity among diverse communities through symbols of feminism, Black Lives Matter, and LGBT+ rights.

  2. "Discrimination in Our Society – A Creative Perspective"

    captures how young people use art to denounce inequality.

  3. "Art for Inclusivity" emphasizes cultural diversity and the inclusion of persons with disabilities through expressive mediums like dance and graffiti.
  4. "Human Rights & Tolerance Through Creativity"

    highlights the role of collective action in building a more just society.

Together, these materials set the tone for the project's values—empowerment, empathy, and resistance through art. They serve not only as preparatory outputs but also as inspirational tools to initiate dialogue and engage communities across Europe.

This work from Greece exemplifies how youth can combine research, activism, and art to challenge injustice and imagine a more inclusive future.