ABOUT ORFEAS
OUR HISTORY
Orfeas Organization was originally called Orfeas (Greek: Ορφέας). It was named after the mythical musician Orpheus. The major stories about him are centered on his ability to charm all living things and even stones with his music. They also focus on his attempt to retrieve his wife, Eurydice, from the underworld. Finally, they recount his death at the hands of those who could not hear his divine music.
Orfeas Organization started off as a music band in 1997. It consisted of 16 musicians playing the guitar, piano, accordion, bouzouki, baglamas, drums… They used to do concerts in the region of Corinth, Greece.
The organization later evolved into the Center for Culture, Education, and Youth “ORFEAS” AMKE, a non-profit based in Xylokastro, Corinthia (Greece), officially launching its activities in August 2000.
OUR PURPOSE
Orfeas Organization works in youth, culture, education, social inclusion, environment and sports, aiming to support physical and mental well-being, foster social participation, and strengthen community cohesion. Orfeas promotes active citizenship, solidarity, volunteering, and informal learning, encouraging young people and local communities to take part in meaningful collective activities that strengthen European values, inclusion, and mutual understanding.
OUR ACTIONS
Organize and support national programs in partnership with local municipalities.
Protect the environment and heritage through targeted activities.
Host summer events, festivals, concerts, theatrical performances, and exhibitions in cooperation with local communities.
Promote European values and programs like ERASMUS and the European Solidarity Corps.
Promote solidarity, tolerance, and understanding among young people from different countries.
OUR VALUES
CULTURAL DIVERSITY
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
CREATIVITY & CULTURE
SOLIDARITY & INCLUSION
Orfeas Organization makes sure that every young person, especially those with fewer opportunities, can access meaningful learning experiences that support their personal and professional growth.
Our work is strongly rooted in bringing together young people from different cultures. We actively fight against racism and xenophobia and promote intercultural learning among young people from different backgrounds.
Rooted in its origins as a musical group inspired by Orpheus, Orfeas values artistic expression, creativity, and the power of culture to bring people together through music, performances, festivals, and community events.
A central mission is to inform, engage, and encourage young people to participate in national and international programs, strengthening their role as active European citizens with opportunities for learning and mobility.
