The Deputy Minister of Migration and Asylum, Ms. Sevi Voloudaki, and the Secretary General for Vulnerable Citizens and Institutional Protection, Mr. Heracles Moskov, as part of their tour of child protection facilities and services in Thessaloniki they also visited SYNYPARXIS Non-profit organisation of the Church of Greece.
The first stop on the visit was the Oraiokastro Reception Center for Unaccompanied Minors (KFAΑ) run by the non-profit organization SYNYPARXIS. The Deputy Minister and the Secretary General toured the Center’s facilities, gained firsthand insight into the daily living conditions and support provided to the minors in residence, and had the opportunity to speak with them, listening to their experiences, needs, and expectations for the future.
At the same time, they spoke with the accomodation center staff and learned about the services provided to the minors, as well as the initiatives implemented to protect, empower, educate, and facilitate their smooth social integration. During the discussion, the importance of the work carried out by the professionals who stand by the children every day was emphasized, as they make a substantial contribution to creating a safe and supportive environment.
The visit continued at the PYXIDA Center for Specialized Services in Thessaloniki, run by the non-profit organization SYNYPARXIS, where a group activity involving unaccompanied minors from the Thessaloniki Reception and Identification Center was taking place at that time.
Representatives from the Ministry had the opportunity to observe the event and speak directly with the children. Mr. Moskov delivered a message of optimism and encouragement to the children, emphasizing the importance of making the most of the opportunities and resources provided to them so that they can plan the next steps in their lives with greater security and self-confidence. At the same time, he highlighted the important role played by the well-trained professionals at SYNYPARXIS, who support them on this journey.
On behalf of SYNYPARXIS, the Deputy Minister and the Secretary General were welcomed by Mr. Georgios Paralikakis, Program Coordinator for Northern Greece, who presented the work being carried out both in the area of shelter and protection for unaccompanied minors and through the specialized services and activities of the PYXIDA Center.
The visit provided a valuable opportunity for direct communication between the Ministry’s political and administrative leadership, the minors, and the professionals who work daily in the field of child protection. At the same time, it highlighted the importance of consistent cooperation between the State and organizations active in the protection and social integration of unaccompanied minors.
The SYNYPARXIS Non-Profit Organization consistently continues its work, focusing on the protection, empowerment, and social inclusion of children and young people, creating the conditions so that every minor can look to the future with confidence, confidence, and hope.
