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Holiday Closure Announcement!
In the spirit of the festive season, AKTI will be closed for the holidays from 25th December to 1st January.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to reconnecting with you in the new year!
Wishing you joyful celebrations and a wonderful holiday season!
That’s a wrap on our Tiganokinisi Caravan adventure in Paphos!
Our Tiganokinisi Caravan joyfully visited 11 incredible schools, leaving an eco-magic trail at each stop: 7th Primary School of Paphos, Iordanio Primary School, 13th Primary School of Paphos, Konia Primary School, Chloraka – Lempa Primary School, Emba Primary School, Mesogi Primary School, Mesogi Nursery School, Kissonerga Primary School, Pefkio Primary School, Ayios Theodoros Middle School.
Special mention to the magical day on Nov 29th at Yeroskipou beach, celebrating AKTI’s 23rd birthday with fantastic companions: 1st Primary School of Geroskipou, 2nd Primary School of Yeroskipou, Cyprus Autism Association, Agia Paraskevi Middle School, Cyprus University of Technology, and American University of Beirut (AUB).
So far, we’ve sprinkled the magic of recycling used cooking oil and sustainable living practices among over 8,366 students, creating a ripple of awareness that’s sure to grow!
Huge thanks to all who made this journey unforgettable! See you in January!
More photos here: https://rb.gy/yxmk8o”
Explore our latest article on Cyprus Mail!
Our article “Cyprus’ beaches are coated with plastic” is now featured on Cyprus Mail!
Explore the alarming reality of plastic pollution on Cyprus beaches as AKTI Project’s three-year research, with three rounds of sampling from July 2022 to July 2023, unveils up to 4000 microplastics per square meter. These persistent microplastics enter the food chain, emphasizing the need for immediate action towards cleaner oceans.
Read the full article here!
Η ΑΚΤΗ στο “Σπίτι στη Φύση” του ΡΙΚ
Η εκπομπή “Σπίτι στη Φύση” του ΡΙΚ φιλοξένησε την ΑΚΤΗ στις 10/12/23.
Συζητήσαμε για τη θαλάσσια ρύπανση, τα μικροπλαστικά, την έρευνα πεδίου που διεξάγει η ΑΚΤΗ για τη συγκέντρωση των μικροπλαστικών και τα αλιευτικά δίκτυα από υλικά βιολογικής προέλευσης, τα οποία υποβάλλονται σε δοκιμές στις θάλασσες της Κύπρου
Δείτε εδώ το επεισόδιο!
Ευχαριστούμε το ΡΙΚ για την όμορφη φιλοξενία!
Reflecting on an Unforgettable Day: “Let’s Clean Up the Sea” – 6/12/2023
What a day to remember! On December 6, 2023, 32 incredible volunteers came together, turning community, collaboration, and volunteering into a powerful force.
Highlights:
- 32 dedicated volunteers made a lasting impact.
- On land, we tackled 116 kilos of waste, including a mattress.
- From the seabed, 82 kilos of waste were lifted, including a vacuum cleaner.
- Thanks to AKTI’s source identification workshop, volunteers gained valuable insights into classifying different types of waste.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to each and every participant and supporter for making this initiative a success!
“Let’s Clean Up the Sea” event was organized by Ethos Ship Management
#LidlCyprus #ΚαθαρισμόςΠαραλίας #BeachCleanup #SeabedCleanup #LetsCleanUpTheSea
Unveiling our ‘Green Enough’ Event: A Recap of Heartwarming Moments!
Hey AKTI community!
The video from our “Green Enough” event is here, capturing all the magic from October 31st at the Gardens of the Future in Nicosia.
We brought together local and international organizations, NGOs, professionals, and informal groups dedicated to social inclusion, special education, and environmental issues.
Check out the video for a trip down memory lane here.
P.S. Dive deeper into the Green Enough project at https://www.greenenough.eu/. Thank you for being a part of our journey!
Join us in “Let’s Clean Up The Sea” Event and be the wave of change!
Dive into a day of environmental action with AKTI Project and Research Centre at the “Let’s Clean Up the Sea” event organized by Ethos Ship Management!
Mark your calendars for December 6, 2023, as we come together on St. Nicolas Day during Volunteering Week. Join us from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the picturesque Miami Beach, right next to the Crowne Plaza Hotel for an for an enriching lineup of activities:
- Source identification workshop facilitated by AKTI
- Sea and Beach Cleaning
- Environmental Research Speech
Let’s unite for a cleaner, healthier planet! For more information or to get involved, contact info@ethossm.com.
Join us in making a difference!
This December: Tiganokinisi Caravan is touring schools in Paphos & Nicosia!
Ho, ho, ho! This December, Tiganokinisi Caravan is happily forging ahead on its journey, with a festive twist, strolling through the enchanting streets of Paphos & Nicosia!
After a successful journey through Nicosia’s schools, our caravan is infusing the holiday season with a touch of sustainable magic.
Throughout December, we’re bringing the message of used cooking oil recycling and sustainable living practices to students in Paphos & Nicosia through interactive, scientific demonstrations!
Look out for us at a school near you!
Press Release: Thriving by the Shore: AKTI Marks 23 Years of Environmental Impact!
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Today, AKTI Project and Research Centre celebrated a remarkable 23 years of environmental initiatives along the picturesque Geroskipou Beach on November 29.
In a symbolic gesture, AKTI hosted the festivities at Geroskipou Beach, attracting over 200 participants who actively engaged in activities themed around the Sea and Sustainability.
Volunteers and organizations joined AKTI in paying tribute to its anniversary and recognizing the organization’s diverse contributions. Participants included students and educators from Agias Paraskevis Geroskipou Gymnasium, Second Elementary School of Geroskipou, and First Elementary School of Paphos, members of the Cyprus Autism Association, Geroskipou Adult Care Center, the Paphos Coastal Fishing Association, citizens, volunteers, and representatives from the Municipality. Attendees took part in beach cleaning initiatives and witnessed a captivating demonstration of a Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) courtesy of the SeaTecHub project.
The widely acclaimed “Tiganokinisi Caravan,” an educational and environmental program for collecting used cooking oils supported by Chevron’s Corporate Responsibility Program, left a lasting impression. Participants witnessed Tiganokinisi Caravan’s presentation, showcasing science experiments on converting used oil into biodiesel. The Tiganokinisi Caravan also offered scientific demonstrations promoting sustainable practices.
Dr. Xenia I. Loizidou, Chair of AKTI’s Board of Directors, expressed, “The substantial turnout and enthusiastic response to our invitation today are particularly touching, affirming that these 23 years of AKTI’s existence stand for 23 years of impactful work. The world’s support is our driving force to persist!”
For additional information about the AKTI Project and Research Centre, please visit their official website: https://www.akti.org.cy/
Press Release: AKTI in Norway: Journeys of Innovation for the Future of Active Citizenship
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Η ΑΚΤΗ στην Νορβηγία: Ταξίδια καινοτομίας για το μέλλον της ενεργού πολιτότητας (brief.com.cy)
Η ΑΚΤΗ στην Νορβηγία: Ταξίδια καινοτομίας για το μέλλον της ενεργού πολιτότητας | Offsite
Once again, AKTI Project and Research Centre has transcended the borders of Cyprus, aiming to develop innovative tools to promote active engagement through its participation in a pioneering educational program held in Norway from November 22 to 25. The project, titled “Communication Tools for Effective Public Engagement and Advocacy,” is funded by the Active Citizens Fund Cyprus program and facilitated by the Norwegian non-profit media organization, Norsensus Mediaforum.
AKTI and Norsensus Mediaforum join forces for the second time, continuing their excellent collaboration that emerged from the AdvocaCY project: “Participate, Learn, Decide, Challenge: Strengthening Cypriot Civil Society for Sustainability, Advocacy, and Change!” Within the framework of the Advocacy project, a survey involving 65 Civil Society Organizations was conducted, revealing three key needs: strengthening the ability to approach and activate the public, improving the digital presence of CSOs, and adopting best practices for creating dynamic collaborations and networks.
The two organizations met this time in Norway with the common goal of jointly creating practical tools to address the aforementioned needs. AKTI’s team participated in hands-on training in Oslo, focusing on issues related to mapping and revising the real needs of the public, enhancing tools for a comprehensive communication strategy of CSOs, using of artificial intelligence for streamlining content ideation, and exploring innovative methods to enhance citizen participation. In addition to the planned activities, AKTI and Norsensus attended Oslo Recycling Week activities in Oslo and participated to gain diverse stimuli.
In the next stage, the two organizations will consolidate the knowledge gained in the program into a powerful knowledge transfer tool to be shared with other Cypriot CSOs, enabling them to confront the three critical problems identified during the AdvocaCY project research.
Active Citizens Fund
The Active Citizens Fund (ACF) in Cyprus is supported through a €1.5m grant from Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway under the EEA and Norway Grants 2014-2021, aiming to contribute to reducing economic and social disparities and strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between the beneficiary states and the donor states. ACF Cyprus recognizes the fundamental role the civil society sector plays in ensuring democratic governance, human rights and social cohesion and focuses on the following two main objectives: strengthening civil society and active citizenship and empowering vulnerable groups in Cyprus.
The Fund Operator for the Active Citizens Fund in Cyprus is NGO Support Centre in consortium withGrantXpert Consulting.
For more information, visit www.activecitizensfund.cy