The deadline for submitting applications for the Pilot Program “Digital Education and Empowerment of Older Adults and People with Disabilities,” enhancing access for all citizens in the modern digital age and promoting diversity and inclusion.
The program is funded by the Recovery Fund, as part of a collaboration between the Ministries of Social Cohesion and Family and of Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence, with IN.E.S. and EDYTE S.A.
Νέες προθεσμίες υποβολής αιτήσεων
- For citizens over the age of 65: until March 18, 2026 (11:59 p.m.)
- For people with disabilities (≥50%): by March 22, 2026 (11:59 p.m.)
The extension is intended to help more beneficiaries, particularly those who face barriers to accessing education and technology.
Empowerment through knowledge
The program aims to bridge the digital divide and promote equal participation in society. Participants acquire practical skills that make their daily lives easier, such as:
- use of digital communication apps
- electronic payments
- use of gov.gr services
- social media engagement
Structures and Participation
For citizens over the age of 65:
- 120 Digital Empowerment Hubs are currently in operation
- Δημιουργούνται 240 τμήματα
- 3,600 people will benefit
- Duration: 70 hours (in-person)
Για τα άτομα με αναπηρία:
- There are 74 hubs in operation across the country
- 2,800 people will benefit
- Duration: 80 hours (in-person)
- Transportation assistance is provided in special cases
How to apply
Interested parties may submit an application via the empower.gov.gr platform using their personal TaxisNet credentials. The application may be submitted either by the beneficiary themselves or by an authorized representative.
A society for everyone
This initiative represents a significant step toward an inclusive society, where age and disability do not stand in the way of learning, communication, and participation. Building digital skills is not merely about education—it is a right and a tool for equality.
