Children First project kick-off meeting in Athens

The kick-off meeting for “Children First” project took place on November 11th in Athens. “Children First” is an innovative initiative that aims to combat gender-based violence in teen relationships by addressing deep rooted stereotypes and norms that fuel dating violence. The project is funded by Rights Equality and Citizenship Programme 2014 – 2020.

During its 24month lifetime, Children First will directly and indirectly positively impact:

  • At least 2000 children & youth in 5 EU countries
  • At least 800 teachers and educators
  • At least 1000 stakeholders, professionals and specialised NGOs

The consortium consists of the leader of the project Independent Academic Research Studies International Institute_IARS(UK), CESIE (Italy), Symplexis (Greece), Center for Social Innovation (Cyprus), DDG (Lithuania) and Harokopio University of Athens (Greece).