HMU was honoured by the NGO A.T.A.CH.T.O.I. – Backpack Brothers during the “Gratitude Celebration” event, which took place on Wednesday, 11 March 2026, at the Heraklion Cultural Conference Center, in the hall “Andreas and Maria Kalokairinou.”
For the past four years, HMU has maintained a steady collaboration with the volunteer organisation, primarily contributing to the initiative “No Child Without School Supplies,” a solidarity action that supports students and families in need. The initiative aims to collect and distribute school supplies to children from vulnerable social groups in order to cover essential needs for the school year.
Within the framework of this cooperation, HMU contributes to the purchase of school supplies through sponsorship by the HMU Quality Assurance Unit (MODIP). In addition, the University provides the open-air concert venue of the “Markos Karanastasis” Sports and Cultural Center at the Heraklion University Campus for events organised as part of the initiative.
The award was received on behalf of the University by the Rector of HMU, Professor Nikos Katsarakis. The distinction recognises the long-standing cooperation between the University and the volunteer organisation.
HMU consistently supports volunteering and social contribution, both within the University and in the wider community, strengthening initiatives that promote solidarity and social support.
