The Greek Parliament in the Future

Can you handle the truth? Sunday 13/04. Cross into utopia. 14:00 at Choros. Be there.

A graphic poster titled 'The Greek Parliament in the Future' in white capital letters. Below, two metallic robotic hands extend forward, open upward as if offering something. The poster's black background is punctuated by circular LED lights, adding to the futuristic tone of the composition. At the bottom, the logos of the participating organizations.

In the center of the chamber stands a microphone. From there, the government announces new presidential decrees and ministerial decisions. But this time, something is different. The changes are not just ordinary legislative acts—they are a vision for a Parliament open to all. A Parliament where accessibility is a given, technology serves as a bridge, and ‘marginalized’ groups become equal voices in shaping the future.

“The Greek Parliament in the Future” LIVE!

This is the utopian Parliament that comes to life through the performance of participants in the “Truths” workshop with Thomas Diafas. A Parliament where people with disabilities are not mere spectators, but protagonists. Through the power of art, they address accessibility issues in the Greek state, propose innovative solutions where technology enhances citizen inclusion in public affairs, and prove that politics belongs to everyone.

In the ‘Truths’ project launched in December 2023, a group of citizens with and without disabilities reveals a ‘truer truth’ – breaking free from stereotypes and one-dimensional representations while examining issues of digital equity. Because people with disabilities aren’t defined solely by their physical condition; they are citizens with perspective and voice capable of changing everything.

Credits

Concept – Coordination: Thomas Diafas

Performers: Zoe Angelopoulou, Vasiliki Arapogiorgi, Maria Gazi, Rafaela Grigoropoulou, Alexandra Theofilopoulou, Chrysa Kokkinou, Mariliana Lygeri, Isidora Lyristi, Maria Mamantaki, Andreas Plemmenos, Ismini Politi, Xenia Touloupa, Konstantinos Kimonas Tsetsos, Christos Christakopoulos

Useful information

When: Sunday, April 13 Time: 14:00 Where: CHOROS, 6 Theatre Square, 10552, Athens

Free admission

Accessibility:

  • Greek Sign Language (GSL) interpretation

  • The venue (CHOROS) is wheelchair accessible and has an ADA-compliant restroom

For questions and further information, please contact us at [email protected]

This initiative is part of the INCLUDE+ (The Inclusion Digital Economy Network +) research program at the University of Leeds.