Action plan

By Katerina Kakali
  • The number of people that can be successfully integrated

    The number of people that can be successfully integrated

    Kozani, a city of about 40,000 people, could realistically integrate 3,000 to 5,000 new residents over time. This is supported by available housing, sufficient public services, and new job opportunities from the city’s shift toward renewable energy and technology. Its strong community and infrastructure make such integration sustainable, helping revitalize the population and local economy.
  • Accomodation

    Accomodation

    n Kozani, refugees can be accommodated through a combination of temporary shelters, hotels. local infrastructure such as school gymnasiums has been used to provide immediate housing, offering basic necessities and support. For longer-term stays, hotels and guesthouses in and around the city have housed refugees, often with support from organizations like the UNHCR to ensure safe and comfortable living conditions.
  • The kind of entrepreneuship that can be developed

    The kind of entrepreneuship that can be developed

    In Kozani, refugees could develop entrepreneurship in areas that use their skills and cultural heritage. Food businesses offering traditional cuisine, handicrafts like textiles or jewelry, and small-scale agriculture are promising options. Services such as language schools or translation can also provide jobs and support integration. With training and support, these ventures could boost the local economy while fostering social cohesion and cultural exchange.
  • The way your school can help

    The way your school can help

    Schools they can offer language classes to help students and families communicate and participate fully in daily life. Schools can also provide tutorine to help refugee .Cultural orientation programs can introduce refugees to local customs, laws, and social norms, while extracurricular activities like sports, art, or music clubs can help them build friendships and feel included.
  • The potential benefits for local community etc.

    The potential benefits for local community etc.

    When refugees settle in a community like Kozani, the local population can experience several benefits. Economically, refugees can help revitalize the workforce, fill labor shortages, and even create new businesses that generate jobs and stimulate local markets. Culturally, they can enrich the community by sharing traditions, cuisine, art, and languages, fostering diversity and cross-cultural understanding.