We are honoured to have collaborated with KMOP — one of Greece’s oldest and most respected civil society organisations—on educational projects that foster inclusion and growth. As we mark 20 years, we celebrate the impact we have made together and look forward to expanding our shared mission to empower and uplift communities worldwide.
Mrs Syrila Makarezou, Network Coordinator at KMOP, shares her inspiring journey in our latest testimonial video – a story of growth, passion, and impact.
At CARDET, we don’t just “work together.” We create together.
With a focus on people, we give meaning to every day and space for growth.
We build an environment that inspires, cares, and empowers. With respect, flexibility, and authenticity, we cultivate a culture of well-being every day—because when people feel good, they achieve great things.
Thank you In Business News for the special feature on Workplace Champions! And a big thank you to CARDET’s Human Resources Department for its ongoing efforts to make our everyday lives better.
“Cardet first joined CONCORD Europe as one of the founding members of CYINDEP, the former Cypriot National Platform, and became an Associate Member in 2022. Over the years, our collaboration has spanned various areas, including global citizenship education, digitalization, and most recently the EU Presidency Project. Cardet has consistently been a reliable partner, bringing great enthusiasm to joint projects and initiatives. Their dedication and commitment make them an exceptional representative of Cypriot civil society within our Confederation.
For its 20th anniversary, we wish CARDET to maintain its dedication and drive, expand its impact, and continue fostering positive change in communities around Cyprus and the rest of the world.”
GROWS project has just released its 4th newsletter, which highlights the recent training activities carried out across partner countries during May and June. These dynamic sessions focused on empowering trainers with the knowledge and tools to develop their own Green Education Action Plans. The newsletter offers an insightful overview of how educators are being equipped to implement sustainable practices in their classrooms, reinforcing the project’s mission to promote green education across Europe.
To find out more about the project visit the website here.
As part of the Cyprus Human Resource Association’s #HRinAction inspiring stories, we’re proud to spotlight our HR team at CARDET.
In March 2025, they led a company-wide initiative to co-create a culture of shared well-being—engaging staff in open dialogue, collective decision-making, and continuous action.
Their work continues to strengthen trust, inclusion, and purpose across our teams—a true example of HR as a catalyst for positive change.
With a mission to support innovation in digital education, CARDET successfully hosted two local multiplier events in June as part of the Erasmus+ project EGIDEV – Educational Game in Digital Entrepreneurship for VET Students. Bringing together educators, students, and stakeholders interested in innovative learning tools for vocational education and training (VET).
The first event took place at the Education Hub at CARDET’s offices, followed by a second session held at Pascal Private School. Both gatherings introduced participants to the EGIDEV project and showcased the educational board game developed under its framework, designed to help VET students explore and test business ideas in the realm of digital entrepreneurship.
The game was enthusiastically received by attendees, who had the opportunity to engage in gameplay, learn about its educational objectives, and provide valuable feedback. Designed specifically for VET teachers and learners, the game promotes entrepreneurial thinking through interactive, scenario-based learning tied to digital technology.
The events aimed to not only promote the game but also foster dialogue around innovative tools in VET education. Participants appreciated the hands-on experience and praised the game for its engaging format and real-world relevance.
EGIDEV Project aims to facilitate VET students and teachers in learning and teaching the principles of entrepreneurship by gamification in different business development stages. The objective is to develop, implement and provide the VET community with an educational game where learning by playing will allow for better understanding of digital entrepreneurship and challenges.
CARDET is excited to announce the launch of the Youth-Well Podcast Series, now available on the Youth-Well collaboration space! This 8-episode series is your gateway to real, relatable, and thought-provoking conversations on the well-being and empowerment of young people across Europe.
Whether you’re a young person, educator, youth worker, or just curious about youth issues, these podcasts offer fresh perspectives and honest discussions on topics that matter – from mental health and identity to active citizenship and inclusive societies.
What’s Inside the Series?
Episode 1 – Youth Participation in the Civil Community Hear from passionate young changemakers and experienced volunteers about how to get involved and make a difference in your community.
Episode 2 – Feel Better, Live More Why is it hard to talk about mental health? Guests from the worlds of art, research, and medicine dive into how movement, isolation, and social stigma affect our well-being.
Episode 3 – Constructing Active Citizenship Youth leaders and policy experts explore how to foster meaningful civic engagement in Europe today.
Episode 4 – Let’s Talk Mental Health An honest, stigma-breaking discussion about anxiety, depression, social media pressure, and finding support.
Episode 5 – Healthier Body and Mind Young people share their thoughts on peer pressure, substance misuse, and the quest for balance in a digital world. (Trigger warning: Sensitive topics are discussed.)
Episode 6 – The Sound of Borders What does inclusion look like across cultures and communities? Experts reflect on how borders—physical and social—shape youth experiences.
Episode 7 – Active Citizenship and Life-long Learning Real stories from youth sector leaders on how continuous learning helps build resilient, engaged generations.
Episode 8 – European Citizenship in Youth Work Dive into identity, belonging, and democratic participation—and how youth work connects the local with the European.
Head over to the Learning Resources section of the Youth-Well platform to stream all episodes and to learn more about the project.
CARDET proudly launched the PERMA Digital project with a successful kick-off meeting held on June 11–12 in Nicosia, Cyprus. The meeting brought together partners from Cyprus, Greece, Ireland, Belgium, and Finland to collaboratively design a roadmap for promoting well-being through digital education.
PERMA Digital is an innovative, EU-funded initiative aiming to introduce a whole-school, systemic approach to well-being within digital learning environments. By combining research, experimentation, and cross-national collaboration, the project will assess its impact on learners and educators, paving the way for broader implementation.
CARDET coordinates this groundbreaking initiative, alongside local partners INNOVADE and the Institute of Development.
Stay tuned as we reshape the future of education—digitally and meaningfully.
On June 1st, 2025, the 3rd Primary School of Ypsonas hosted a vibrant day of workshops titled “Children and Parents, Discovering Together”, bringing together families for hands-on learning experiences. As part of this multifaceted event, Cyprus-based partners, CARDET and INNOVADE presented an interactive robotics workshop under the European project RoboAquaria.
The RoboAquaria session engaged parents and children in a collaborative exploration of how technology and environmental education intersect. Participants built and programmed a small-scale water pump, learning how robotics can contribute to sustainability and eco-conscious practices. Using sensors and control buttons, families also took part in interactive challenges focused on ecological awareness.
The workshop highlighted the potential of robotics to promote creativity, teamwork, and responsible environmental behaviour. It served as an inspiring example of how technology can be harnessed to teach young learners and their families about sustainable development in an accessible and engaging way.
RoboAquaria project focuses on the protection of marine environments by integrating Educational Robotics into the classroom and building teachers’ competences to use them.
If you want to learn more about the project visit the website here.
At CARDET, inclusion in education isn’t just a goal—it’s a priority. Our partnership with University College Dublin reflects this shared commitment as we work together to empower students and educators through transformative digital innovations and impactful research.
Aligned with UCD’s Strategy to 2030, our collaboration is built on the values of integrity, collegiality, inclusion, creativity, and excellence. Together, we champion “Science for Good,” ensuring that research and education drive meaningful societal change.
A special thank you to Professor Eleni Mangina, Vice Principal International, College of Science, UCD, for her inspiring words and for being an integral part of our journey. Here’s to many more years of innovation and impact!
