The aim is to cultivate freedom of thought in broad and varied sections of the public – socially diverse groups across a range of ages and educational levels – and to provide them with access to science-based knowledge. This educational programme has been developed specifically to address the necessities of day-to-day living in the area – such issues as relationships, communication, mental attitude, wellbeing, the environment, the arts, and so on – as well as the need to deepen cultural roots in the area by means of the European Capital of Culture initiative. The goal of this educational project is to help improve the daily lives of its students through their personal development. The Free University of Elefsina – IN SITU is addressed to all those interested in advancing themselves via a unique learning experience. Classes explore two key topic areas closely linked to the city of Elefsina – a) the Environment and Healthcare, and b) Cultural Policy – and utilise a range of educational methods (talks, seminars, experiential workshops, and walking routes) implemented in situ across a variety of city spaces.
3rd New Eleusis Symposion | Re-Enchanting the World
How can we reconnect with the wonder of everyday life?
Can myth and poetry engage in dialogue with science?
Can work become a source of meaning and connection?
Is it possible to reimagine our neighbourhoods, food, and economy—as acts of care?
And ultimately, what does it mean to “re-enchant the world”?
