Volunteering/sightseeing April 7th

Invisible Tour:

The tours are conducted by local leaders, formerly being homeless. Similar projects exist in Munich, Hamburg, and London. The tour is conducted through narration of personal experiences and passed by services for food, sleeping facilities, day care facilities, laundry etc

The tour is organized by

Shedia⁠

, an NGO helping the homeless in Athens. The tour cost is 10 EUR pp, or more if someone would like to contribute more. All contributions go to the NGO cause to help the homeless of Athens.

The initial meeting point will be at the Metaxourgeio metro station (red line on the subway direction to Anthoupoli from Syntagma station) at the exit on Theodoros Diligianis Street.

Our guide will be waiting at the spot where the escalators end. Mr. Michalis Samolis (+30 6949493098).

The route finishes at Shedia Home (56 Kolokotroni & 2 Nikis) and lasts for approximately two hours. Participants can then sign up for an upcycling workshop organized by the NGO.

Start time 4:30 pm

here⁠

(max headcount: 30 pax)

Explore Omonoia & Metaxourgeio: A Walk through Athens' Immigrant Tapestry

Omonoia Square, once Athens' bustling commercial centre and theatre district, has always served as the gateway for newcomers arriving in the city. Today, it remains a vibrant immigrant hub, known as the "immigrant triangle."

The walk will unveil the stories of this diverse neighbourhood, and we will encounter its unique atmosphere, with a mix of languages spoken and cultural influences on display. We'll explore the challenges and experiences of the diverse immigrant communities while sparking discussions about their integration and how they've shaped the local character.

Crossing Peiraios Street, we'll enter Metaxourgeio. This former middle-class neighbourhood from the 1930s has undergone a fascinating transformation. Today, it's a dynamic blend of Chinese shops, trendy bars, captivating street art, and even Michelin-starred restaurants alongside luxury hotels. It also houses the city's most extensive Red Light district, highlighting the complexities of urban development.

Tour start: 5 pm

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(max headcount: 15)

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