Domna Michailidou sets a clear course for social policy through actions rather than words, moving forward dynamically to implement a meaningful project that strengthens the autonomy and equal participation of people with disabilities in the modern digital age.
The decision to include beneficiaries in the 74 Digital Empowerment Hubs for People with Disabilities is not just another program—it is a decisive step toward an inclusive society. It is a structured and targeted initiative that brings digital literacy to those who need it most, in every corner of the country.
The program equips people with disabilities with critical skills for their daily lives: safe internet navigation, use of modern communication tools, access to gov.gr services, and the ability to conduct online transactions, such as e-banking. In this way, technology becomes a tool for equality, empowerment, and meaningful participation.
By decision of the Minister, the applications were approved, and the enrollment of the first 2,740 beneficiaries in the Pilot Program for the Digital Empowerment of the Elderly and People with Disabilities has begun, creating a strong support network across the country.
The Minister herself clearly states her vision:
“74 Digital Empowerment Hubs bring digital knowledge closer to people with disabilities. For us, accessibility is not an abstract concept. It is a right to knowledge, autonomy, and daily participation. “Through this program, we are creating an organized support network of 2,740 spots, so that no one is left behind in an era where digital literacy is a prerequisite for equal participation in social and economic life.”
Beneficiaries will be trained at the Hubs, with transparency and priority, ensuring fair access for all. The extensive network of 74 Hubs covers the entire country, demonstrating that digital empowerment is not a privilege of the few but a right of all citizens.
The project is implemented by the General Secretariat for Social Solidarity and the Fight Against Poverty, in collaboration with EDYTE S.A. and IN.ESAME, and is part of the broader plan “Digital Education and Empowerment of Older Adults and People with Disabilities,” funded by the Recovery and Resilience Facility.
This is an initiative that demonstrates that when there is political will and a plan, social policy can become a real tool for change—and Domna Michailidou is clearly showing the way.
