Colourful society

Seven municipalities in Nicosia have spent over €126,000 over the last year on the Colourful Societies programme that aims to promote multiculturalism and support third country nationals.
The programme is 95 per cent funded by the EU and involves the municipalities of Strovolos, Latsia, Tseri, Engomi, Dali, Aglantzia and Geri.
Among the services it offers are counselling, seminars for adjustment, issuing a manual on key issues such as housing, transportation and communication, employment, health services, public administration and local authorities.
The programme also funded activities such as culinary and music festivals, along with sporting events.

 

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