Equality4 Crete – A Rights Festival That Gave a Voice to 2,000 Students

As the days go by, more and more photographic material is collected—and along with it grows the excitement for Equality4 Crete, the Rights Festival of the Region of Crete, which took place for the second consecutive year in Heraklion, on December 4–5.

More than 2,000 middle and high school students from across Crete—representing both mainstream and special education schools—braved the weather conditions and made a strong presence. On stage, they presented imaginative and thought-provoking creations: theatrical performances, videos, monologues, songs, musical acts, and much more.

Spithes had the joy and honor of actively participating, implementing experiential activities with the children and sending a powerful message about the importance of Children’s Rights and equality in practice.

Warm thanks go to the Deputy Regional Governor for Culture and Equality, Ms. Georgia Milaki, as well as the Special Advisor, Ms. Maria Vozikaki, for their meaningful contribution. We also thank everyone who worked to make this festival a reality.

Equality4 Crete once again proved that when regional authorities, education, and society work together, initiatives are born that inspire, unite, and create space for children’s voices to be heard.