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What is one of the primary goals of Soma Akriton?
What is one of the primary goals of Soma Akriton?
Which of the following activities is NOT conducted by Soma Akriton?
Which of the following activities is NOT conducted by Soma Akriton?
How are the youth groups organized within Soma Akriton?
How are the youth groups organized within Soma Akriton?
What support has Soma Akriton received from external organizations?
What support has Soma Akriton received from external organizations?
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What aspect of environmental protection has Soma Akriton successfully campaigned against?
What aspect of environmental protection has Soma Akriton successfully campaigned against?
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Study Notes
Soma Akriton - An Independent Youth Group
- Founded in 1998, a group of concerned Cypriots
- Aims to be independent, democratic, and modern
- Located in Kaimakli, Nicosia
- Focuses on offering knowledge, good citizenship, environmental awareness
- Five main areas of interest: nature, environment, civil defense, quality of life, general knowledge
- Divided into age groups (6-11, 12-15, 16-18, over 18)
- Meets every Saturday afternoon from September to June
- Led by a leader and 2-3 assistants
- Members are university/college graduates with experience
Nature Exploration
- Hiking, expeditions, and survival excursions in Cyprus
- Focus on nature study, observation, and scientific discovery
- Aims to provide invaluable knowledge of natural settings
- Understanding life cycles, soil types, surfaces, and uniqueness in nature
Protection of the Environment
- Raising awareness and campaigning for environmental protection
- Received EU financial support for "Save the Planet" campaign
- Successfully campaigned against plastic bags (EU support)
- UN funding for a "greener" approach to consumerism
- Plastic bag use in Cyprus decreased dramatically
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Explore the initiatives of Soma Akriton, an independent youth group in Cyprus. Founded in 1998, this organization focuses on environmental awareness, good citizenship, and knowledge across various age groups. Discover their activities including nature exploration and environmental protection campaigns.
