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Solidarity in Action - Exhibition at SomoS Gallery in Berlin
What does solidarity look like where Europe reaches its limits? From December 2 to 6, 2025, our exhibition “Solidarity in Action” at Galerie SomoS will show what solidarity can mean – and how civil society engagement can support refugees at Europe's external borders. “Solidarity in Action” makes it clear that solidarity is not an abstract ideal, but begins in everyday life – wherever people stand up for one another. The exhibition combines documentation, art, and interaction
Project ELPIDA
13 hours ago1 min read


Donate warmth! Collection campaign for refugees with Hermine
Donate warmth! Collection campaign for refugees with Hermine During the cold months of the year, the weather exacerbates the situation...
Project ELPIDA
Oct 31 min read


We've been to Athens! Recap of the Athens campaign 2025
Our team returned from the Athens campaign just over a week ago, having spent five full days there. Maybe you already saw, since we...
Project ELPIDA
Sep 61 min read


“Jail or deportation”: The new tough reality for migrants and refugees on the island of Crete
Photo Credits: Thomas van de Water “[In] my opinion, the migration [issue] can be solved in two ways, which should be clearly stated. The...
Konstantinos Iason Mokas
Aug 135 min read


It's almost time for our Athens Campaign 2025.
August is just around the corner, which means it's almost time for Elpida to return to Athens. This year, we will once again be visiting...
Project ELPIDA
Jul 291 min read
#WhereWeRise — Solidarity without borders!
Together we will set an example - no matter how strong Fortress Europe seems - our solidarity is stronger. That's why we need YOU - every...
Project ELPIDA
Jul 281 min read


Summer Cinema at Potsdamer Platz, Sunday, July 27th
The Elpida Summer Cinema goes into the second round! Just like two years ago, for one evening we will be guests at the Arte Sommerkino at...
Project ELPIDA
Jul 121 min read


Solidarity Statement on the current situation in Palestine
We Advocate for the Rights of All People on the Move – Regardless of Origin, Religion, Skin Color, or Sexual Orientation! At the heart of...
Project ELPIDA
Jun 65 min read


Makis Voridis: A Short Profile
Makis Voridis has been appointed Greece’s new Minister for Migration and Asylum. A long-time figure in Greek politics with strong roots...
Konstantinos Iason Mokas
May 286 min read


Mazi got the place; we got the rent!
Together we're providing housing for eight more young men in Athens! With joined efforts, our long-term partners at the Mazi Housing...
Project ELPIDA
May 231 min read


Samos Campaign 2025
Equipped with the (incredible) €12,000 half marathon donations, Project ELPIDA set off to Greece on May 5, 2025 for the annual Samos...
Project ELPIDA
May 172 min read


Samos Campaign 2025
Equipped with the (incredible) €12,000 half marathon donations, Project ELPIDA set off to Greece on May 5, 2025 for the annual Samos...
Project ELPIDA
May 172 min read


‘A symptom of a greater issue’ - What the fall of the Assad regime means for Syrian nationals in Greece
Since the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024, European states hosting Syrians with refugee status have been debating next steps,...
Alexia Hack
Apr 308 min read


Final stretch of our half marathon fundraising campaign
We are very pleased that this year, once again, we are able to collect donations at the half marathon in Berlin. But as before, this is...
Project ELPIDA
Mar 301 min read


Controlled and Confined: Unveiling the Impact of Technology in the Samos Closed Controlled Access Centre
Surveillance technology is an integral part of the requirements for the camps on the Greek islands. Our partner organisation I Have...
Natalie Fink
Mar 209 min read


Greece‘s borders on trial: Illegal pushbacks and legal consequences
Recently published reports and court judgements confirm once again: the illegal practice of pushbacks is deadly and puts the lives of...
Greta Buhmann
Feb 264 min read


We run, you support! - Elpida Half Marathon 2025
After last year's great success, the ‘Elpida Running Team’ is back for the half marathon Berlin. 35 members, friends and supporters have...
Project ELPIDA
Feb 171 min read


Demonstration on 16.02. Unter den Linden, Berlin – #mutigmenschlichmiteinander
A year ago, we stood hand in hand with 1300 organizations and jointly called for the large-scale demonstration #WirSindDieBrandmauer. ...
Project ELPIDA
Feb 141 min read


How Western National Elections Have Made Migration the Focal Point of Democratic Futures
The topic of migration has become an area of social tension that plays a central role for politicians and their election campaigns. Our...
Natalie Fink
Feb 610 min read


Happy holidays and a happy new year 2025!
As we come together and focus on what we have in common, we are thinking in particular of the people who cannot enjoy this time as much...
Project ELPIDA
Dec 23, 20241 min read
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