Cyprus Stop Trafficking: An Interview with Founder Ms. Androula Henriques
During my ESC in the Humanitarian Division at Hope for Children’s Larnaca shelter, I often engaged with cases that highlighted the vulnerability of children to trafficking and exploitation. While discussing one such case with the Protection Officer of the shelter, she mentioned...
ENERGETIC COMMUNITIES A MODERN AND INNOVATIVE MODEL
Cyprus potentially has a lot of possibilities for energy production. It is a big owner of natural gas and has always the sun shining on it, which allows it to produce a lot of solar energy. In particular last year, in 2023,...
DIGITAL REVOLUTION: WHAT IS CHANGING IN ORGANIZATIONS?
Using technology to transform organizational culture and relationships with citizensdigital transformation is seen as a change of paradigm and sometimes labelled as a technological revolution. Innovative technological advancements are significantly transforming the ability of individuals and organizations to deliver high-value digital services....
THE ORIGINAL BEE
I am obsessed with pollinators. These kinds of insects are essential for life because they allow the plants to being fecundated and, consequently, us to live. The most famous ones are the bees, and people have learnt to exploit them for the...
Empowering Young Minds: The Need for Comprehensive Sexual Education
At the end of September, I started my ESC activity at the shelter for unaccompanied minors run by "Hope for Children" NGO in Nicosia.
Since the shelter is inhabited by male adolescents, we often encounter topics related to puberty...
Guardians of Childhood: A policy for Safety and Care
Child abuse is an unacceptable aspect of society. Children should be protected from abuse in all its forms. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility. Everyone who comes into contact with children and their families has a role to...
HOW TO DEAL WITH CYPRUS TRAFFIC?
Greetings to everyone! I introduce myself, my name is Andrea, I’m 26 and I am doing my ESC program at “Hope For Children” CRC Policy Center in Nicosia, the capital city of Cyprus. I personally have never been to Cyprus before, and...
Episkopi: more than a village
Nestled on the beautiful island of Cyprus, the village of Episkopi is not just another picturesque location; it carries also historical weight, being part of the British Sovereign Base Area. Unlike other villages in Cyprus, Episkopi is one...
Asylum Seekers in the Buffer Zone – Navigating a Humanitarian Crisis
On June 12, 2024, UNHCR expressed its alarm about the plight of those trying to seek asylum in Cyprus, and specifically, the people seeking asylum who are trapped in the Buffer Zone, including seven children. While they are provided with basic needs,...
Cyprus’ Turtles: The delicate line between tourism and conservation
Last week, I had the opportunity to embark on a day trip to Cape Greco, a stunning natural area on the southeastern tip of Cyprus. Known for its cliffs, crystal-clear waters and breathtaking views, Cape Greco is also home to one of...