In our founding statutory declaration in 1986, we state that our goal is "the promotion of ecological issues through their economic, social and political dimension", as well as the protection of the natural ecosystems of our wider region
Relatively quickly, with our consistent presence and attitude, we managed to secure the presence and visibility of our positions in the social process, specifically:
"EN ETHRIA" MONTHLY ECOLOGICAL NEWSPAPER
A catalytic role in this was played by the publication, in April 1991, of our monthly ecological newspaper "EN ATHRIA", which essentially upgraded the penetration of our speech and opinions.
In addition to the promotion of the issues by our newspaper, but also by the local press, we organized dozens of events and workshops, participated in mobilizations with other organizations and proceeded with symbolic actions and activism in our city.
In order to process and highlight issues of pan-Hellenic interest, we joined forces with other ecological movements throughout Greece, within the framework of the Pan-Hellenic Network of Ecological Organizations.
TEAM ACTIONS
In the last 5 years we have carried out the following actions:
Collection of electrical-electronic devices, twice a year in collaboration with KOINSEP "Recycling at the source", to raise public awareness of their recycling
Organization of "Repair café" twice a year, at the premises of OKIPA in collaboration with KOINSEP "Recycling at the source", to raise awareness among citizens to repair by themselves and with the help of special electrical appliances of all types
Organization of speech events at least twice a year with topics related to topical and not only local and global environmental problems
Tree planting at least twice a year, where necessary in collaboration with the Forestry Department and/or local authorities
Organization of a photo exhibition every May Day Eve in Psilalonia of Patras with topics related to the natural and man-made environment, to highlight their beauty and/or problems
Cleaning and beautification actions of selected public areas of our area every year both in the context of the pan-Hellenic campaign Let's do it Greece, and when there is a need
Joint actions every year with local and pan-Hellenic associations of organizations related to the protection of the environment in which OIKIPA participates, such as SPOEPP (Association of Environmental Organizations of the Greater Patras Area), "NIREAS", the "Network for the Protection of Citizens from Noise Pollution", the "Climate Alliance" etc.
Continuation (for the 31st year) of the magazine (every 2 months) ecological local paper "en etria" with the aim of spreading the ideas of sustainability and highlighting local environmental problems.
Participation in environmental education programs carried out in primary and secondary schools of the prefecture of Achaia, as external partners.
Carrying out information and awareness workshops for preschool and school age children.
Screenings of selected films in our hangout.
Cooperation within the framework of a relevant signed memorandum with the University of Patras, with the aim of promoting environmental goals through Science. The cooperation includes the holding of scientific and popular conferences on environmental issues and other joint actions.
Participation of our representatives in the management of the Management Bodies of the protected areas of the prefecture (Chelmos-Vouraikos and Kotychi-Strofilia).
Voluntary guarding of protected areas (Strofilya) as well as wetlands in the urban fabric of Patras (Elos Agyia, Platanodasos Proasteiou-Ekvolis Haradros)
Carrying out eco-tourism visits to protected areas in Greece and abroad, in collaboration with local citizen movements and environmental organizations.
Maintaining an active website https://www.oikipa.eu