Greece
participants
The initiative aims to raise awareness about marine and coastal pollution's impact on sea turtles and the environment. By organizing educational visits to the Archelon Sea Turtle Rescue Centre and hands-on beach clean-ups, participants learn the importance of marine life conservation, particularly for endangered sea turtles. The program also encourages students to engage in volunteer opportunities with Archelon, fostering environmental responsibility among local and international communities.
The Archelon Sea Turtle Rescue Centre Visit & Beach Cleaning is part of a recurring project organized by ESN NTUA Athens, taking place twice each semester, aimed at raising awareness about sea turtle conservation and promoting environmental sustainability through hands-on activities. It involves two main activities: a guided visit to the Archelon Sea Turtle Rescue Centre,one of Europe's leading volunteer-based organizations dedicated to sea turtle protection, where injured turtles are cared for and rehabilitated, followed by a beach cleaning in the Glyfada area. Participants learn about the life cycles and conservation efforts for sea turtles while actively contributing to environmental protection by removing trash from the local beaches. The event promotes environmental stewardship, encourages sustainable behaviors, and introduces students to volunteer opportunities within the Archelon organization.
In the last two years, through six successful events, participants have also contributed to the adoption of two sea turtles, Troufa and Phoebe, supporting their rehabilitation. Furthermore, the beach cleaning activities have resulted in the removal of more than 320 liters of recyclable waste and over 1 ton of regular waste, making a significant impact on the local environment.
📅 WHEN: November 20th
🕛 TIME: 14:30
📍MEETING POINT: Paleo Demarhio, Tram Station, Glyfada
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZguYxXDWARVgFRfi7
💸Donation: 5€ ( please have the exact amount in cash )
Outcomes
- Increased Awareness: Through these recurring visits and beach clean-ups, the project has successfully raised awareness about the importance of sea turtle conservation and environmental protection among over 140 students, both local and international.
- Hands-On Impact: Participants are not only informed but also engaged in direct action by cleaning local beaches, contributing to tangible environmental benefits.
- Tangible Outcomes: Over the past two years and five activities, we have collectively adopted two sea turtles, Troufa and Phoebe, helping to cover their rehabilitation costs, which strengthens the connection between participants and conservation efforts.
- Waste Removal: Through our beach cleaning efforts, we have successfully removed 20 liters of recyclable waste and 150 liters of regular waste, directly reducing pollution in the area.
