EVENTS’ GOALS & RATIONALE
The IDENTITY Project, the Town Twinning initiative, was created to strengthen European unity through cultural exchange & active civic engagement. At its core, the project aims to build bridges between communities by fostering dialogue, understanding, & collaboration across borders. The centerpiece of the initiative was the 2-day European Unity Fest, held in the Municipality of Veria, Greece, on 12-13 October.
TWINNING TOWNS
THE COORDINATING BODY & PARTNERS
The EVROPAIKO KENTRO KOINONIKON EPISTIMON, POLITISMOU KAI ATHLITISMOU (EQUALINE), a Non-Governmental Organization based in Veria, Greece, served as the coordinator of the IDENTITY project. EQUALINE is dedicated to empowering individuals by promoting equality, inclusion, and social justice—values that reflect a shared commitment among society’s members and the global community. In the IDENTITY project, EQUALINE played the vital role of organizing the 2-day event, ensuring its smooth execution, and managing the participation of local and invited attendees. They oversaw the entire project implementation, working to bring the community together in a celebration of European unity and diversity.
PROJECT BENEFICIARIES
- Razvojna agencija Sotla from Podčetrtek, Slovenia
- OPCINA BREZNICKI HUM from Breznicki,
- Croatia Ajuntament de Sueca from Sueca, Spain
- Foundation Korenyak from Perushtitsa, Bulgaria
Showcasing the diversity of European cultures
Day One of Cultural Diversity Showcase
Dedicated to showcasing the rich tapestry of European cultures. Organized by a passionate coalition of event planners, local authorities, and community leaders, this session highlights the importance of inclusive engagement and cross-cultural interactions.
MUSIC, DANCE & CRAFITNG
CERV-2023-CITIZENS-TOWN-TT Project ID: 101157648
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