Melissa is a network for migrant women in Greece, promoting empowerment, communication and active citizenship. Amnesty visited the center several times and held a workshop as part of a mission to Athens, Greece, May 2017.

Greece: a welcome haven amid the despair for refugee women

When an Amnesty International team travelled to Greece to document the situation of refugees and migrants stranded in the country, they knew they would be hearing stories of uncertainty and witness terrible conditions in three camps in Elliniko in Athens.

But what they also found were strong and inspiring women, coming together to welcome new arrivals and help them to speak out for their rights.

Join us behind the scenes on this Amnesty mission to Greece and hear these inspiring stories of welcome and unity.

Learn more about our team’s trip to Greece in this podcast.