“Raising awareness among students about the inclusion of people with disabilities is the foundation for changing the culture of the new generation towards diversity. If you want to change the world, start with children. This specific program constituted the first but most significant step towards awakening the local community and, consequently, the world in general.”

“This year, the Map Competition served as the perfect bridge between the school and the local community. It was not merely a mapping exercise, but an experiential exploration that gave our students the opportunity to "engage in a dialogue" with their local area, document its stories, and understand how industrial heritage has shaped our identity. The result was the fostering of active citizens who view their city through a fresh, critical lens. A truly invaluable experience for all of us!”

“This journey turned out to be unexpectedly constructive for everyone, both young and old.
I believe it changed me as a person! I saw the world through different eyes…”

“Organizing a competition on the theme of refugee uprooting, as well as utilizing this software to present the school projects with personal testimonies, was an outstanding initiative. Participating schools presented notable projects and gained many benefits, both the students with their families and the educators.”

"The competition gave us the chance to discover how water — as a route, a challenge and a source of inspiration — became the foundation of our island's seafaring tradition. We also learned new digital mapping tools and told our stories in a contemporary way. Through this experience, we didn't just learn about the past — we brought it into the present, through our own eyes."

"My experience this year was excellent and engaging, as it gave me the opportunity to learn how to use new technologies and work in a more organized manner. I collaborated with my classmates in a team where everyone had a specific role, and we all contributed to the final outcome in our own way. Through this process, I realized the importance of cooperation and teamwork, as they help create a more comprehensive and high-quality project. Finally, I believe this experience will benefit me in the future, as I learned to use digital tools, collaborate effectively, and better organize information and tasks."

“It was an incredible experience for both us and our students, who began to activate on raising awareness of people around them about diversity.”

"I liked that we had to collaborate. The experience of interviewing people with mobility disabilities helped me better understand the issue and respect those around me more."

"The waterways of Drama are not just geographical features — they are our very identity. Through this storymap we discovered the richness of our natural heritage and understood its importance in every aspect of our lives. As students and future citizens, we commit to respecting and protecting this precious resource."

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The competition was a wonderful opportunity to "talk" about our local area, get to know it even better, and care for it even more. The support from the organizers was excellent, and the presentations by the guest speakers were truly interesting. The final awards ceremony was also lovely! Spotin, keep going with the same passion!"

"Using geo-storytelling, we brought to light the places that connect Attica and Evros. A thread was woven linking roads, rivers, forests, caves, fortresses, Byzantine churches, refugee settlements, archaeological museums, local produce and neighbourhoods of our region with corresponding places in Evros."

“This course helped me understand that map storytelling is not only about using digital maps, but about combining storytelling, location, and multimedia to create meaningful learning experiences. It highlights how place-based narratives can support critical thinking and engagement in the classroom. Overall, map storytelling offers a powerful way to help students better understand real-world contexts through interactive and creative learning.”