Project observer from Greece:
Center for Environmental Education in Archanes
The Center for Environmental Education in Archanes (CEEA) was formed in 2002 on the basis of the Decision no 72942/Γ2/11-07-2002 of the Ministry of National Education and Religious Affairs. It is operating since December 2003 and its staff comprises of educators from both the primary and the secondary levels of education. The aim of the organisation is to sensitize and educate pupils, students, educators and other social groups on environmental issues of local and global importance. The main actions include:
- development and implementation of different projects in the field of environmental education (EE),
- organisation of training meeting and seminars targeting educators and representatives of other social groups,
- development of educational and training material,
- supporting environmental projects carried out by schools located in the region where CEEA operates;
- formation and coordination of thematic EE networks,
- promotion of research in the field of environmental education.
The CEEA also promotes liaison and cooperation with universities, EE officers, other Centers for Environmental Education, local governments, NGOs, local associations and other entities. The organisation is very interested in the 50/50 concept and is thoroughly following implementation of the EURONET 50/50 MAX project, helping to spread its results among its partners and other contacts.
Website: www.kpearchanon.gr