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PROTASI MOVEMENT FOR ANOTHER LIFESTYLELEAFLET ABOUT MOVEMENT PROTASI….BUT NOT ONLY!! By Marina Pedi Patras Jenuary-Febrouary 2018

INDEXMOVEMENT PROTASI  WHAT IS IT?  CENTER OF CREATIVE OCCUPATION  A NEW PROJECT: “PRO-NIA”  CULTURAL ACTIVITIES “STEKI”  TRAINING SEMINARS  TRANSANTIONAL PROJECTS  INCOME  SHELTER  COOPERATIONS  “PROTASI” and AIESEC  WHY ENTER IN PROTASI?PATRAS  PLACES TO VISIT  TYPICAL GREEK FOOD  PLACES TO EAT AND HAVE FUNATHENS  PLACES TO VISITSOME GREEK WORDS

Hello Everyone!!Before introducing Movement “PROTASI”, l would like to say something about me.My name is Marina Pedi and l am 25 years old. I come from Italy and l attend the second year atUniversity of Trieste.This in my first work experience abroad. It lasts 6 week, from January to February 2018.I decided to take part in this experience to meet new people, their culture and their traditions. Infact, l admit l love being part of a group and mostly of a multicultural one.Second, let me present the Movement “PROTASI”, Patras and the most beautiful places of Greece(I suggest you to go there if you have never gone before) and the traditional food that you have totaste.MOVEMENT PROTASI1.WHAT IS IT?PROTASI - Movement for another lifestyle – is a non governmental organization occupyingvolunteers in the prevention of Addictive Substances and behaviours, suggesting a quality life in theCity of Patras and the area.The main purpose of Movement “PROTASI” is to PREVENT people from taking drugs, alcohol,tobacco and generally train them to protect their physical and mental health asserting a betterquality for life for them and their community.“PROTASI” has a long history. It exists since 1988 and in all these years it has implemented a lotof projects attended to children, parents, teachers, citizens, etc.This year “PROTASI” celebrates 30 years of activity!!! All children and parents of the Movement“PROTASI” have been invited to celebrate this important milestone. During this event, I was calledon stage and they introduced me to everyone.

Movement “PROTASI” is a very great movement. There are 120 volunteers; they belong to specificgroup according to their interests and priorities. Some of these groups are: the group of teacher, thegroup for the communication and support with the local community, the group of youth workers,the group of the cultural activities “STEKI” and the group for the networking of the neighbourhood.2. CENTER OF CREATIVE OCCUPATION - C.C.O -The C.C.O offers the possibility to children among 4 and 17 years old to participate either to youth– groups or workshop and through an interactive way (games, theatre, puppet theatre, drawing..)obtain basic skills (personal, social, self-management skills) concerning all kind of problems(addictive substances and behaviours, bullying, racism, abuse, accidents, obesity..).Movement “PROTASI” operates the Centre of Creative Occupation (C.C.O) since 1993. Duringthese 25 years, hundreds of children and young people have received the services of “PROTASI” inprevention, promotion, of personal and social skills, in broadening their horizons throughtransnational exchanges and many other activities. With practical ways, modern pedagogicalapproaches, promotion and acquisition of personal and social skills, counselling and psycho-socialsupport, the children raise awareness and realize issues that have to do with:  Responsible and active citizenship  Racism, xenophobia, abuse, bullying, hate speech practices  Tolerance and acceptance of diversity  Intercultural understanding  Solidarity  Democracy  Protection of the human and natural environmentSimultaneously, the project encourages the children to take initiatives which choose themselves andhighlight these issues, acting as multipliers themselves to other children in the city but also inEurope through the network of INEPS PROTASI cooperates for many years.3. A NEW PROJECT: “PRO-NIA” in the frame of the C.C.O.The PRO-NIA is a new project and it includes the following activities: 1. Daily operation – in the C.C.O – of groups and workshops for children and young people from 4 to 16 years which are coordinated by trained youth workers in the principles and values of Movement “PROTASI”; 2. Individual counselling meetings with the parents of the children; 3. Seminars and training sessions for parents which are realized during the school year;

4. School visits to the CCO and workshops with the students on the goals of the project; 5. A network named “TANK”, which is consisted of individual professionals and provides free of charge services to the those children and their parents who face problems and cannot afford to pay. In this picture l am with the youth workers and the coordinator of the PRO-NIA project.I have participated to the activities of PRO-NIA project. The groups are divided by age andworkshops are structured to meet the needs of each group. The teenagers meet each other on Monday and this is the group of the grown-ups of the Movement PROTASI. The purpose of the activities is to build a dialogue and the interaction between them, sharing and respecting their different points of view while learning how this opportunity would be useful in future. During these meetings they also play and have fun together. There are 2 groups of kids between 4 and 6 years old who meet on Tuesday. They play together, draw and listen to the stories that the youth workers tell them. During these days in Patras the Carnival is celebrated, so the children have already made carnival masks.

There are 2 groups of children between 6 and 10 years old who meet on Wednesdy. Activities are both similar and different according to the various groups. They are similar in the purpose of the activity and different in the approch to communicate the information. The children between 10 and 12 years old meet on Thursday. There are 2 groups also which have been formed according to the needs and special needs of kids.During the meetings, the groups have a snack and a break during which they can play as they want,for example with cards, board games and with a ball.4. CULTURAL ACTIVITIES “STEKI”It is a meeting place for many activities and for citizens who are interested in participating todifferent kind of cultural activities like: speeches, discussions, films, concert, book presentations…5. TRAINING SEMINARSEvery year a number of training seminars, courses and meetings are organized by “PROTASI”, forthe information and awareness of parents, teachers and professionals in the prevention of addictivesubstances and behaviours and similar topics as the development of basic skills.“PROTASI” holds every year a long term seminar for the preparation of new volunteers to enter thegroups of “PROTASI”.

6. TRANSANTIONAL PROJECTS“PROTASI” is a partner in many European projects dealing with Life Long Learning, activecitizenship, Productive Learning, youth work prevention of drugs and alcohol addiction and abuse.A big number of young people have organized and participated in Youth Congresses and youthexchanges among European countries. The aim of these exchanges is to activate young people togain knowledge, experiences in topics like art, cultures, prevention, environment, peacefulcoexistence and solidarity.“PROTASI” as member of INEPS (International Network of Productive Learning Schools andprojects) has organized twice in 2002 and 2011 the Annual International Congress of INEPS foreducators in Patras and through its representative occupied the seat of the President of the AC forthe Years 2002-2013 and the seat of Vice President from 2013 until now. “PROTASI” has alsoorganised in Patras 2 Youth INEPS Congresses (1999 and 2004)7.INCOME“PROTASI” is self – sustained and relies upon the fees of its members, the sponsors, the activitiesorganized by the volunteer (concerts, exhibitions, fund raising campaigns).Almost all the work is being done by highly committed volunteers.8. SHELTER“PROTASI” is sheltered at the privately owned two storey building which is located at 20Sarantaporou Str. (near the centre of Patras).After a hard struggle, the volunteers of “PROTASI” managed to buy this building through fundraising, a loan from the bank and a subsidy from the ministry of Athletics.9. COOPERATIONS“PROTASI” since 1996 has a great experience in reception, hosting and training students and otheryoung people from around the world. With the AIESEC cooperates the last three years, AIESEC isa large, international, non-governmental, student organization in the world, with a presence in 124countries and 2400 Universities. Common goal of AIESEC and Movement “PROTASI” is toprovide young people with cultural, occupational knowledge and understanding of diversity,through experiences that are offered as well as the creation of an international network of agents ofchange with the ultimate aim of a positive impact on society.

10. “PROTASI” and AIESECI have known the Movement “PROTASI” thanks to AIESEC. I heard about this opportunity on thewebsite of my University of Trieste. I thought that it would be useful for my future career and ldecided to apply for the project.One of the reason why I choose this program is the chance to make what I studied during mycourses finally real.Another motivation that convinced me was the fact that it would be in contact with differentstudents who come from different countries. It means not only share with them various cultural,political, social views but also it would be an extreme benefit for me to have a new sight of theother economic systems.Moreover, it would be a great experience in order to better my English level.11. WHY ENTER IN “PROTASI”?It is a great experience for both children and adults to take part in Movement “PROTASI”.If you are a young person you could become a volunteer and you could help as a youth leaderaccording to your interests and practise. Every day the Movement organizes meetings; some daysfor children, other days for teenagers.It could be a great experience because you could teach something to them, learn from them and atthe same time you will receive great satisfaction.If you are a parent, l suggest to send your child to “PROTASI”. She/He will certainly have fun,she/he meet new children and she/he will grow up in a healthy environment. During these meetingschildren play together and they do a lot of activities to learn how important is to respect each other,help each other and live well all together.Furthermore, if you have some problem of communication with your child, “PROTASI” could helpyou to overcome this difficulty.I participated in these meetings organized by “PROTASI” and l saw how much children have funand how the children grow up in a cheerful and carefree environment.

WELCOME IN PATRAS!Patras is the third largest city in Greece and it is the regional capital of Wester Greece. The city isbuilt at the foothills of Mount Panachaikon, overlooking the Gulf of Patras.Patras has a population of 213.984.Patras is a commercial hub and its port is a nodal point for trade and communication with Italy andthe rest of Western Europe.The city is divided into the upper and the lower section, connected with roads and broad stairs. Theupper section (Ano Poli) is the older and the more picturesque; the lower section (Kato Poli) is laidout according to the 1858 city plan, featuring a variety of squares.PLACES TO VISITI explain you the most beautiful places to visit.Roman Odeon The Roman Odeon, the most significant ancient monument, is in the upper town and was built around 160 AD.Medieval Patras Castle The medieval Patras Castle, in the ancient acropolis overlooking the city, was initially built in the 6th century AD by the Byzantine emperor Justinian. Subsequently it had many additions from the period of the Frankish and Venetian rule of the city.

Patras archaeological Museum The new Patras Archaeological Museum exhibits in alive and modern way the history of Patras from the prehistoric era to the late Roman period.The church of Saint Andrew of Patras The church of Saint Andrew of Patras was founded in 1908 by King George I and was inaugurated in 1974. It is dedicated to Saint Andrew, the patron of the city and is near the seafront, between the areas of the new and the old port. It is the second-largest temple of Byzantine style in the Balkans. I suggest you to visit the church because inside there are beautiful frescoes.The Theatre Apollon The municipal Theatre Apollon was built in 1872 by the German architect Ernst Ziller. The building is characteristic of the 19th-century neoclassical style and is in the central square of the city. It hosts lots of concerts and plays.The Achaia Clauss The Achaia Clauss wine industry and tasting center, which is on the outskirts, in Petroto village, was founded in 1861 by the Bavarian Gustav Clauss and is most famous for its Mavrodaphne wine.

The Patras Lighthouse The Patras Lighthouse, a reconstructed \"Faros\" (Lighthouse), is the symbol of the city. The lighthouse is situated at the seaside front between the old and the new port, at the end of Trion Navarhon street.The Agiou Nokolaou Stairs The Agiou Nokolaou Stairs, Gerokostopoulou Stairs, Patreos Stairs and Trion Navarchon Stairs, outdoor grand staircases all over the centre of the city dividing the upper town from downtown.Georgiou I Square Georgiou I Square, the central square and the heart of theThe Spinney of Patras city. It was named after king George I. The square's fountains were installed in 1875. It was and continues to be the centre of political and cultural life in the city, hosting all significant activities, political gatherings, rallies, cultural events and the famous carnival of Patras. The Spinney of Patras, is in a pine-tree-covered hill, which is dubbed \"the Gulf of Patras' veranda\" because of the panoramic view it offers. The pine trees that cover the spinney were planted in March 1916 by students of Patras' primary schools under the supervision of the Austrian forest specialist Steggel.

The Rio-Antirrio Bridge The Rio–Antirrio Bridge is one of the world's longestnamed Nafpaktos. (2,880m.) multi-span cable-stayed bridges and longest of the fully suspended type. It crosses the Gulf of Corinth near Patras, linking the town of Rio on the Peloponnese peninsula to Antirrio on mainland Greece by road. In this period you can’t cross the bridge on foot but you can take a ferry. On the other side there is a beautiful little cityThe Patras Carnival is the largest event of its kind in Greece and one of the biggest in Europe. It hasmore than 180 years of history. The carnival of Patras is not a single event but a variety of eventsthat includes balls, parades, hidden treasure hunt and the children's carnival amongst others.This year Carnival started on Wednesday 17 January. There was the Opening Ceremony of PatternCarnival 2018. The opening ceremony takes place on Georgiou Square and includes a concert,dances, music and fireworks.During the Carnival, Patras is decorated with very colourful masks.In these days walking through the streets, you realize how important the Carnivalis for Patras. In fact, you can see a lot of kids and adults that they walk wearingcarnival masks and costumes.

There are two parades. The first is for kids and their parents. They parade along the streets of thecentre. All city was in a party: everyone was joyful and smiling, they sang and danced, childrenthrew confetti and streamers.

The following Saturday evening the young people and adult parade. Night, bright lights, anoverwhelming stream of people, colours and high spirits combine, create a spectacular scene. Thewhole town move to the rhythms, infectious high spirits of the dancing parade participants and themajesty and surprise of the gigantic satiric parade floats.Following the Grand Parade on Sunday noon, there are important final events. This is the lastSunday of the Carnival and the eve of the first day of Lent or Clean Monday. Carnival ends with thefireworks and the burning at the stake of the king of Carnival.I participated in this parade and I had a lot of fun. If you are in Patras in February, I suggest you toparticipate in this event. I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun too!!!!

TYPICAL GREEK FOODDuring my stay in Patras, I ate a lot of typical Greek food. I appreciated the food taste, verysurprisingly for an Italian person. Souvlaki is a popular Greek fast food consisting of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables grilled on a skewer. It is usually served with grilled bread, or in a pita wrap with garnishes and sauces, and often with french fries. The meat usually used in Greece is pork, although chicken, beef, and lamb may also be used. Pita is another popular Greek food. Pita, also known as Arabic bread, Lebanese bread, or Syrian bread is a soft, slightly leavened flatbread baked from wheat flour. In Greece, pita is a component of pita-souvlaki. These types of sandwiches involve the wrapping of souvlaki or gyros with tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, French fries and condiments into a pita bread. Tzatziki is a traditional Greek sauce that is made of yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh dill. It is a great dip for vegetables, pita bread, or crackers. You can also serve it with grilled meats, fish, gyros or souvlaki. Feta, which is made from goat’s milk, is the Greece’s national cheese.

Baklava is a typical Greek sweet dessert pastry made of layers of filo filled with chopped nuts and sweetened and held together with syrup or honey. If you are a sweet tooth person, I suggest you to taste because it is very good.PLACE TO EAT AND HAVE FUNIn Patras there are a lot of places in which you can eat and drink everything. One of the best place inwhich you can taste Pita and Souvlaki is : it is in the centre; so meanwhile you eat you can see theSquare and people to walk.In the morning or in the afternoon, There are a lot of café places indoors and outdoors in whichyou can drink a lot types of coffee and tea. You can order it and then drink it on the street or youcan sit and enjoy it, maybe with your friends.There are also many places where you can have snacks. I suggest you to taste the sweet or saladpancakes because there are very good!This is my favourite pancake with Nutella and banana! AMAZING!!!If you want eat a good pizza or pasta, there are a lot of places in the centre where you should stopthere and try it!!Patras is mostly a city for young people. In fact, there is one of the most prestigious Universities inall over Greece.Walking along the streets you can see a lot of students and young people. Therefore, there are greatplaces in which you can have fun.If you want go out in the evening there are also many night clubs, near the centre. The music is notonly in Greek but also in English, so if you don’t know the language, you can sing and dance thesame with your friends! The cocktails are good and cheap …and you have fun!!

ATHENSDuring my experience in Patras, I went a weekend in Athens. Athens is the capital and largest cityof Greece. It is a global city and one of the biggest economic centres in south Eastern Europe.One of the most important place in Athens is The Acropolis.The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athensand contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance,the most famous being the Parthenon.It was very interesting for me because for the first time l could see what I had studied onschoolbooks. I went also in the museum of the Acropolis. The Acropolis Museum is a newarchaeological museum focused on the findings of the archaeological site of the Acropolis ofAthens. The museum was built to house every artefact found on the rock and on the surroundingslopes, from the Greek Bronze Age to Roman and Byzantine Greece.Another important place is the Greek Parlament.

In front of the building is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which is guarded by the Evzones, anelite regiment in traditional dress. Every two hours there is the changing of the guard.The Parliament is located near the centre. The centre of Athens is very chaotic: there are a lot shops,restaurants and bars in which you can eat a typical Greek food, but not only!Stavros Niarchos Foundation is another amazing place that I visited in Athens. Stavros NiarchosFoundation is a complex in the bay of Phaliron in Athens which includes new facilities for theNational Library of Greece and the National Opera. The Center was designed by architect RenzoPiano and is being built by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation.

SOME GREEK WORDSDuring my experience in Patras, l learn some Greek words. The Greek language is very difficult butlearning some key words could be very useful.I will teach you some Greek words that you should know if you are here.Good Morning: KALIMERAGood Afternoon: KALISPERAGood Night: KALINICHTAHello: GIAYes: NENo: OCHIThank you: EFCHARISTOYou’re welcome: PARAKALOHow are you? : TI KANIS?Do you speak English? : MILAS AGGLIKA?