Projects Archive 1980 - 2025

A/NTitleContracting AuthorityBudget / FeeLaunchEndDuration (months)Rate of contribution to implementationTheme 1Theme 2Theme 3CategorizationDescriptionImplementation
1CROSS
«Cultural Routes Of Sacred Sites» - «Cultural Routes of Sacred Sites»
Special Service (S.S.) Interreg 2021-2027 /
INTERREG Greece-Albania 2021–2027

Project beneficiary
Beneficiary176.243,00 € (budget as a partner-beneficiary in the project)9/1/20258/31/2027100% [regarding the budget as beneficiary partner in the project]Tourism / CultureProjectIn Evolution
2ADCCAM2ZERO
«Adopting Cooperative, Connected and Automated Mobility (CCAM) Towards Zero Emission Road Transport (2Zero) through Adrion-Programmed Partnerships»
Managing Authority Interreg IPA ADRION 2021-2027

Project beneficiary
Beneficiary136.440,00 € (budget as a partner-beneficiary in the project9/1/20247/31/2027100% [regarding the budget as beneficiary partner in the project]Sustainable Development/MobilityProjectIn Evolution
3Local Development Strategy with Local Communities Initiative (LDSI), in the framework of Priority 3 «Promoting a Sustainable Blue Economy in Coastal, Island and Inland Areas and Promoting the Development of Fishing & Aquaculture Communities», of the Programme «Fisheries, Aquaculture & Sea 2021 - 2027» - Fishing Zone 4 «Amvrakikos-Epiros»Ministry of Rural Development and Food
Special Programme Management Unit «Fisheries, Aquaculture & Sea 2021-2027»

Cooperative Scheme 3 Local Action Groups
- ETANAMANAGES
- HEPIROS SA
- TRICHONIDA A.S.
Beneficiary5.150.000,00 €
(for all 3 partners equally)
[of which 429.166,66 € - operating costs of the OTP]
10/16/202312/31/2029100% [as regards the operating budget]Rural DevelopmentProjectIn Evolution
4Community-Led Local Development (CLLD/LEADER) Strategy in the Regional Units of Ioannina and Thesprotia, funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) 2023–2027Ministry of Rural Development and Food
Special Service for the Management of the CAP Strategic Plan

Local Action Group «PIREOS SA»
Beneficiary5.200.000,00 €
[of which 1.300.000,00 € - operating costs of the OST]
7/12/202312/31/2029100% [as regards the operating budget]Rural DevelopmentProjectIn Evolution
5Provision of supervision, security and control services of the premises of the building of the
Region of Epirus to prevent any safety risks during the evening hours
hours, for the period December 2024 - December 2026
Region of EpirusContractor37.200,00 €12/24/202412/24/2026100%Technical AssistanceProjectIn Evolution
6New Town Hall of the Municipality of ZitsaMunicipality of Zitsa
- Programme contract
Programme contract371.206,40 €4/11/20247/11/2025100%Transport & InfrastructureStudyCompleted
7Operation - Management - Promotion of the Vikos-Aoos Geopark for the years 2024-2027Region of Epirus
- Programme contract
Programme contract199.800,00 €1/31/202412/31/2027100%Tourism / CultureEnvironment & Climate ChangeProjectIn Evolution
8Exploitation of the Riparian Area and Louros SpringsMunicipality of Dodoni
- Programme contract
Programme contract99.705,92 €12/12/20236/30/2025100%Technical AssistanceTransport / InfrastructureRural DevelopmentStudyCompleted
9Creation of a Geopark Information Centre in the Municipality of ZagoriMunicipality of Zagori
- Programme contract
Programme contract10.000,00 €10/25/202310/24/2024100%Technical AssistanceTourism / CultureProjectCompleted
10Beneficiary Support Advisor for the handling of the process of completion of operationsSpecial OP Management Service of the Region of EpirusContractor37.200,00 €5/10/202312/10/2023100%Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
11Collection and processing of additional data for the UNESCO file of the cultural landscape of ZagoriRegion of EpirusContractor15.000,00 €23/03/2023 5/31/2023100%Tourism / CultureStudyCompleted
12Monitoring, recording, collection, electronic entry, processing and sending data to EODY and the Ministry of Health
for health issues of the P.E. of Ioannina
Region of EpirusContractor18.000,00 €1/1/202312/31/2023100%Technical AssistanceSocial PolicyProjectCompleted
13Provision of monitoring services of energy saving actions in the building of the Region of EpirusRegion of EpirusContractor37.200,00 €12/1/202211/30/2024100%Technical AssistanceEnergy & SavingsProjectCompleted
14Provision of services for the registration of the data of the approved investment proposals submitted under calls 82/2019, 105/2020
of the OP Epirus 2014-2020
Region of EpirusContractor27.900,00 €7/5/20223/5/2023100%Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
15Identification of Geosites & Geological Formations & Evaluation of the Visitability in Geotopes and Landscapes of High Aesthetic Value of the Geopark Viko-AoosNatural Environment and Climate Change Agency (O.F.E.P.E.K.A.)
- Programme contract
Programme contract120.700,00 €6/3/20228/3/2024100%Tourism / CultureEnvironment & Climate ChangeProjectCompleted
16“Proposals for the implementation of Integrated Territorial Investments” in the Region of Epirus for the 2021–2027 Programming PeriodSpecial OP Management Service of the Region of EpirusContractor24.800,00 €1/11/20227/11/2022100%Technical AssistanceSustainable Development/MobilityTourism / CultureProjectCompleted
17Provision of advisory support services to the Region of Epirus for the start of the implementation of the Regional Development Programme and the transfer of ongoing projects to itRegion of EpirusContractor24.800,00 €6/30/202212/30/2022100%Technical AssistanceSustainable Development/MobilityProjectCompleted
18Preparation of a Sustainable Urban Development Plan for the Municipality of IgoumenitsaSpecial OP Management Service of the Region of EpirusContractor18.600,00 €3/3/20225/15/2023100%Technical AssistanceSustainable Development/MobilityStudyCompleted
19Development of a Sustainable Urban Development Plan for the Municipality of IoanninaSpecial OP Management Service of the Region of EpirusContractor18.600,00 €1/11/20224/30/2023100%Technical AssistanceSustainable Development/MobilityStudyCompleted
20Carrying out checks on the necessary documentation in the context of the emergency to reduce the spread of COVID-19Region of EpirusContractor18.600,00 €11/16/202111/15/2022100%Technical AssistanceSocial PolicyProjectCompleted
21Technical Consultant for the Strategic Environmental Impact Assessment (SEA) of the Regional Development Programme of Epirus 2021-2025Region of EpirusContractor24.614,00 €11/4/20211/4/2022100%Technical AssistanceStudyCompleted
22Provision of services for the registration of the data of the approved investment proposals submitted under the calls 44/2017, 58/2018, 60/2018, 60/2018, 74/2018, 77/2019, 79/2019 and 80/2019 of the OP Epirus 2014-2020Region of EpirusContractor22.258,00 €7/26/20211/26/2022100%Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
23Compilation of an action plan for the creation and operation of a School of alternative sports professionalsMunicipality of Konitsa
- Project EX.TOUR
- INTERREG Greece - Albania 2014-2020
Contractor24.180,00 €6/30/202110/30/2021100%Technical AssistanceTourism / CultureStudyCompleted
24External consultancy services for the implementation of the Actions related to the WPT2 “Pilot Operation” and WPT3 “Roadmap for smart and sustainable tourism in the ADRION region" Work PackagesRegional Union of Municipalities (P.E.D.) of Epirus
- Project SUSTOURISMO - «SUSTAINABLE TOURISM & MOBILITY HAND BY HAND DEVELOPMENT / HAND BY HAND DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM AND MOBILITY»
- INTERREG ADRION (Adriatic - Ionian) 2014-2020
Contractor56.420,00 €2/15/20211/31/202353%Tourism / CultureSustainable Development/MobilityProjectCompleted
25Providing support during the preparation, drafting and final submission of the Regional Development Programme (RDP) of the Region of Epirus for the programming period 2021-2025Region of EpirusContractor49.600,00 €12/8/20207/23/2021100%Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
26Provision of support services in the implementation of the «MANAGEMENT» WP Package (WP MANAGEMENT)
Regional Union of Municipalities (P.E.D.) of Epirus
- SUSTOURISMO - «SUSTAINABLE TOURISM & MOBILITY HAND by HAND DEVELOPMENT / HAND BY HAND DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM AND MOBILITY»
- INTERREG ADRION (Adriatic - Ionian) 2014-2020
Contractor20.400,00 €11/16/20201/31/2023100%Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
27Consultant for the support of DIAP as the NPM, in the evaluation process of the proposals submitted under call 80/2019 « e-business IISpecial OP Management Service of the Region of EpirusContractor48.360,00 €4/23/202010/23/2020100%Technical Assistance, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Digital Transformation / ITProjectCompleted
28Provision of management and coordination support servicesRegion of Epirus
- WASTERREACT - Integrated waste management facilities for boosting recycling and composting in 7 Regions through cross-border activities
- INTERREG Greece-Albania 2014-2020
Contractor23.560,00 €2/18/202012/31/2022100%Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
29i-Thea
«Integrated Approaches for Cultural Heritage Promotion: Ancient Theatres & Sites Route as a Branded Destination»
Project beneficiary
- INTERREG Greece-Albania 2014-2020
Beneficiary185.020,88 €
(budget as project partner-beneficiary)
2/1/20202/28/2023100% [regarding the budget as beneficiary partner in the project]Tourism / CultureProjectCompleted
30Management Plan for the Cultural Landscape of Zagori (inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List).
«Actions for the preparation of the accession of the Zagori region to UNESCO - Coordination of actions of stakeholders»
Region of EpirusContractor24.800,00 €1/21/20201/31/2021100%Tourism / CultureEnvironment & Climate ChangeStudyCompleted
31Distinction - certification of businesses participating in the Network of the Cultural Route of the Ancient Theatres of EpirusRegion of EpirusContractor24.800,00 €1/21/20209/30/2020100%Tourism / CultureEntrepreneurship & InnovationProjectCompleted
32Operation - Management - Promotion of the Vikos-Aoos Geopark for the years 2019-2023Region of Epirus
- Programme contract
Programme contract198.000,00 €12/28/201812/31/2023100%Tourism / CultureEnvironment & Climate ChangeProjectCompleted
33The role and operation of "IPEIROS SA" as the Operating Entity of the Cultural Route of the Ancient Theatres of Epirussponsored by
- of the association DIAZOMA, and
- of the SYNETIZITIKI BANK OF PIRAEUS SYN.P.E.
5.000,00 €12/14/20186/30/2019100%Tourism / CultureStudyCompleted
34Consultant for the computer support of the DIAP P.H. as NPO, in the proposal evaluation processSpecial OP Management Service of the Region of EpirusContractor47.864,00 €10/22/201810/22/2019100%Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
35Consultant supporting the DIAP P.H. for the connection of the OTE «Cultural Route to the Ancient Theatres of Epirus» with the local community and entrepreneurshipRegion of EpirusContractor24.056,00 €9/12/20182/12/2019100%Technical AssistanceTourism / CultureEntrepreneurship & InnovationProjectCompleted
36THEMA
«New technologies in the service of developing interregional thematic routes» - «New Technologies for Interregional Thematic Routes»
Project beneficiary
INTERREG Greece-Albania 2014-2020
Beneficiary226.009,50 €
(budget as project partner-beneficiary)
15/11/2017 10/31/2020100% [regarding the budget as beneficiary partner in the project]Tourism / CultureProjectCompleted
37Consultant supporting the Directorate of Tourism of the Region of Epirus for the design and mapping of the central axis of a hiking trail in the Region of EpirusRegion of EpirusContractor68.200,00 €12/15/20168/15/2017100%Technical AssistanceTourism / CultureProjectCompleted
38Compilation of an integrated spatial investment plan entitled: Cultural route to the ancient theatres of EpirusSpecial OP Management Service of the Region of EpirusContractor24.600,00 €3/1/20165/31/2016100%Technical AssistanceTourism / CultureSustainable Development/MobilityProjectCompleted
39Implementation of a tourism promotion programme with campervans in combination with cycling and hiking routesRegion of EpirusContractor8.610,00 €1/20/201612/31/2016100%Tourism / CultureProjectCompleted
40Local Development Strategy with Local Communities Initiative in the Regional Units of Ioannina and Thesprotia in the framework of:
- Measure 19 «Support for Local Development through LEADER (Local Development through Local Communities Initiative)» of the RDP 2014-2020
- of Priority 4 «Increasing Employment and Territorial Cohesion» of the ERDF 2014-2020
Ministry of Rural Development & Food
General Secretariat for Agricultural Policy & Community Resource Management
Special Management Service for the Rural Development Programme of Greece 2014-2020
Special Fisheries & Maritime Operational Programme Management Agency
Local Action Group «PIREOS SA»
Beneficiary11.116.000,00 €

[of which 2.697.472,00 € - operating costs of the OST]
9/16/201612/31/2025100% [as regards the operating budget]Rural DevelopmentProjectCompleted
41Axis 4 «LEADER Approach» PAA 2007-2013Ministry of Rural Development and FoodBeneficiary20152015Rural DevelopmentProjectCompleted
42Support Mechanism for Private Investments of Axis 3 of the PAA 2007-2013 in the Region of EpirusMinistry of Rural Development and FoodBeneficiary20152015Rural DevelopmentProjectCompleted
43Strategy Design for the Integrated Spatial Investment «Cultural Route to the Ancient Theatres of EpirusEYD PEP Region of EpirusContractor201620164Tourism & CultureStudyCompleted
44Administrative closure of projects of the Regional Operational Programme of the Region of Epirus 2007-2013EYD PEP Region of EpirusContractor201620164Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
45«Improving governance, management and sustainability of rural and coastal protected areas and contributing to the implementation of the Natura 2000 provisions in IT and GR.» - BIGRegional Development Fund of Epirus RegionProgramme contract2013201524Environment & Climate ChangeProjectCompleted
46“Valorization of Traditional Food Products for Competiveness and Innovation of Italian and Greek SMEs” - FOODINGRegional Development Fund of Epirus RegionProgramme contract2013201524Rural DevelopmentProjectCompleted
47Local Social Integration Actions of EKO Ioannina Basin
(Coordinator-partner)
Special Service for Social Inclusion and Social EconomyBeneficiary2012201536Social PolicyEmployment enhancementProjectCompleted
48EKO Local Social Inclusion Actions in PindosSpecial Service for Social Inclusion and Social EconomyBeneficiary2012201536Social PolicyEmployment enhancementProjectCompleted
49Local Action Plan for the Social Inclusion of Vulnerable Groups of ThesprotiaSpecial Service for Social Inclusion and Social EconomyBeneficiary2012201536Social PolicyEmployment enhancementProjectCompleted
50Local Employment Plan for the unemployed and farmers in the Ioannina Basin
(Coordinator-partner)
Interim Managing Authority of Epirus RegionBeneficiary2012201536Social PolicyEmployment enhancementProjectCompleted
51Local Employment Plan for the unemployed and farmers in PindosInterim Managing Authority of Epirus RegionBeneficiary2012201536Social PolicyEmployment enhancementProjectCompleted
52Local Employment Plan for Young Scientists in EpirusInterim Managing Authority of Epirus RegionBeneficiary2012201536Social PolicyEmployment enhancementProjectCompleted
53«Cross-border Network for the Promotion of Wine Products» - Wine Net (lead partner)European Territorial Cooperation Programme for Greece-Italy 2007-2013Beneficiary2012201530Rural DevelopmentTourism / CultureProjectCompleted
54“Creating, implementing and promoting a network of thematic and alternative tourism and developing interpretive routes” - NetRoutes
(lead partner)
CTA of the European Territorial Cooperation Programme Greece-Albania 2007-2013Beneficiary2011201430Rural DevelopmentProjectCompleted
55A Sustainable Development Model for Green Mountain Areas - Green MountainRegional Development Fund of Epirus RegionContractor2011201324Environment & Climate ChangeProjectCompleted
56Interactive Digital Services for Promotion of Natural Heritage and Sustainable Hunting» - «ThiroPedia»Regional Development Fund of Epirus RegionOnline Contract2011201324Environment & Climate ChangeProjectCompleted
57European Forest Fire Network - EUFOFINETRegional Development Fund of Epirus RegionOnline Contract201220125Environment & Climate ChangeProjectCompleted
58Handbook - guide for local-traditional dairy products of Ioannina Prefecture and the vertical integration of livestock unitsPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor201020108Rural DevelopmentEntrepreneurship & InnovationStudyCompleted
59Studies for the preparation and submission of a PDO or PGI certification file for local products of Ioannina PrefecturePrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2009201012Rural DevelopmentEntrepreneurship & InnovationStudyCompleted
60Inventory of the craft and industrial units of Ioannina prefecture outside of Bi.PE.Prefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2007201036Technical AssistanceStudyCompleted
61Recording - digitization of floral works by Chioniadian paintersPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2009201012Technical AssistanceTourism / CultureProjectCompleted
62Compilation of a brochure for the promotion of local products of IoanninaPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2009201010Rural DevelopmentEntrepreneurship & InnovationProjectCompleted
63Compilation and publication of a brochure to inform citizens on Environmental Protection issuesPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor201020106Environment & Climate ChangeProjectCompleted
64Information actions of the rural population of Ioannina on issues of licensing of livestock units and funding programs for farmers, new farmers, improvement plans, etc.Prefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor200920094Rural DevelopmentEntrepreneurship & InnovationProjectCompleted
65LEADER +
«Promotion of the entrepreneurial capacity and potential of the intervention area through networking and local quality standards, quality upgrading of tradition, architectural heritage, natural environment and local products».
Ministry of AgricultureBeneficiary6.200.000 €2001200884Rural DevelopmentProjectArea of intervention
The proposed Intervention Area includes most of the classified mountainous areas (according to Directive 75/268/EEC) of the Prefectures of Ioannina and Thesprotia, with the exception of the Prefecture of Ioannina, the Municipalities that either belong to the wider area of the Ioannina basin, or show intense residential development and in the Prefecture of Thesprotia the entire Municipality of Igoumenitsa. Selected disadvantaged areas are also included.
Area: 6039.45 square kilometres
Population: 99.356
Strategic objectives:
The natural environment, the human resources, the tradition and the social and economic structure of the intervention area provide the necessary guarantees for the emergence and strengthening of entrepreneurship, while the development strategy adopted for the intervention area will have as strategic objectives:
 Development of pilot and innovative business actions
 Promoting - strengthening products and services of superior quality
 Retention of active population in the countryside,
 Empowering employment opportunities and possibilities with a focus on vulnerable groups
 Exploitation and protection of natural, cultural and environmental resources.
Completed
66Integrated Rural Area Development Programmes (IPADP) Ministry of Agriculture / Region
Antenna of South Ioannina
Ministry of Agriculture - MIP EpirusBeneficiary4.310.571 € / 539.901,00 €2002200872Rural DevelopmentProjectObjectives of the programme :
- Protecting economically and socially disadvantaged areas and promoting the reduction of inequalities in opportunities and pay between genders and population groups
- Continue the effort to reduce regional disparities and support development in the less developed regions of the country
- Reintegration of mountain areas into the national productive system so as to avoid their marginalisation
In order to achieve the above objectives, interested investors (farmers and non-farmers, legal and natural persons, collective bodies and local authorities) are invited to submit proposals that will be related to:
- With the improvements
- By setting up farm management services
- By marketing quality agricultural products
- With basic services for the rural economy and the rural population
- With diversification of agricultural activities
- Management of water resources in agriculture
- Development and improvement of infrastructure related to the development of agriculture
- With tourist and craft activities
- By protecting the environment in combination with agriculture, forestry, landscape conservation and improved animal welfare
- By improving the competitiveness of farms
- By investing in the processing and marketing of agricultural products
- With investments to improve and rationalise logging, processing and marketing of forestry products
The grant to the operators ranges between 45% and 100% depending on the action and the operator.
Completed
67Dry stone Routes - Network for the Protection and Promotion of the Dry Stone Heritage in Zagori and SalentoMunicipalities of Central Zagori, Eastern Zagori and TymphiOnline Contract2006200816Tourism & CultureProjectCompleted
68Provision of consultancy services to the EIF Epiros for ESF actionsRegion of EpirusContractor200820086Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
69Local Employment Initiatives
A) publicity-awareness-raising
B) consulting
C) Networking
Region of EpirusBeneficiary1618412,72 € / 56711,04 €2005200836Employment enhancementProjectThe integrated intervention project, within the framework of Measure 5.3 of the CIP HEPEIROS 2000-2006, concerns vulnerable social groups in the Prefecture of Ioannina and the Municipalities of Dodoni Ag. Demetrios, Pamvotida, Metsovo, East Zagori, Ekali, Tymphi, Molossi, Sellia and the Community of Milea. The following bodies are involved in the Prefecture's project with specific and particularly important roles: Chamber of Ioannina, Economic Chamber - Department of Epirus, BIC Epirus, the Association of Personnel Management Executives and the Development Company HEPIROS SA. The OAED also participates in the composition of the OSA through the KPA of Ioannina. The vulnerable social groups are Economic Migrants, Women with low education - farmers and finally the unemployed aged 20-34.The project includes actions of Counselling, Pre-Training and Training, actions to support the beneficiaries in the labour market through subsidies with the participation of the OAED and finally actions of Social Welfare. The aim of the project is the cooperation of the Municipalities - Communities of the Prefecture of Ioannina, which have increased unemployment problems, with social and local institutions, in order to develop integrated intervention for the human resources of their regions and not only, in a way that a sufficient number of people can be effectively integrated into the labour market.Completed
70Adaptability of tourism SMEs and local products in EpirusMinistry of Labour
C.P. Equal
Beneficiary1.275.202,50 € / 222.940,00 €2004200842Entrepreneurship & InnovationTourism / CultureProjectThe aim of the project is through the Support and Training Mechanisms to offer to the target groups the necessary consultancy support to enhance the competitiveness of the region, the adaptability of enterprises and employees, the pilot implementation of flexible work organisation systems, the creation of business networks.Completed
71Rural Entrepreneurship in PindosMinistry of Labour
C.P. Equal
Beneficiary1.271.240,56 € / 66.900,00 €2004200842Rural DevelopmentEntrepreneurship & InnovationProjectThe aim of the project is to encourage and support entrepreneurship in the primary sector in the mountainous and remote areas of Pindos. The project will strengthen local structures and provide integrated support for the establishment and operation of rural business units, organise a voluntary network of social partners and a network of mentors to mobilise and support the population and finally establish three integrated model farms for organic agriculture and livestock farming.Completed
72Provision of consultancy services to the EOD of the EPEI of Epirus in the framework of the Management-Monitoring-Control of the EPEI of Epirus (year 2006)Region of EpirusContractor2006200712Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
73Provision of technical support consultancy services to final beneficiaries in the framework of the Management-Monitoring-Control of the MIP Epirus (year 2006)Region of EpirusContractor2006200712Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
74Promotion, dissemination and promotion of the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the province of KonitsaPrefecture of Ioannina, Region of EpirusContractor365370,51 € / 365.370,51 €2005200724Tourism & CultureProjectThe aim of the project is the production of a series of products with high quality specifications regarding the promotion, dissemination and promotion of the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the province of Konitsa and the general tourist promotion and promotion of the province.Completed
75Provision of technical assistance consultancy services to final beneficiaries on rural development issuesRegion of EpirusContractor2004200618Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
76Technical support advisor to DISA Region of Epirus as final beneficiary of Measures 1.2, 1.3 and 3.2 and final beneficiaries of Measures 5.3Region of EpirusContractor2004200618Technical AssistanceProjectCompleted
77Women's Development Network of EpirusGen. General Secretariat for EqualityBeneficiary395.000,00 € / 126.750,00 €2001200648Entrepreneurship & InnovationProjectThe integrated intervention project entitled «DEVELOPMENT NETWORK FOR WOMEN OF PIRAEUS», within the framework of MEASURE 5.3 of OP EMPLOYMENT & VOCATIONAL TRAINING, concerns various categories of women, who are particularly affected by unemployment and face serious problems of integration into the labour market, especially due to the lack of counselling and support systems in this effort. Also through the project, their support in employment is strengthened, as a wide-ranging intervention is developed, complementary to other actions at local and national level, such as specialized training, counseling, work experience, entrepreneurship, networks, awareness / information of institutions and structures, actions that come to offer to strengthen the employability of women, to consolidate the principle of equality and equal opportunities in the Region of Epirus, with the cooperation of all stakeholders.Completed
78Youth Entrepreneurship LockersGen. Youth SecretariatBeneficiary97.104,00 €2002200638Entrepreneurship & InnovationProjectThe Youth Entrepreneurship Villages are flexible structures with a dynamic format, addressing all economic activities and all young people with different temperaments, motivations and plans for the future. They were created to support youth entrepreneurship and to be a source of information, information and networking for young entrepreneurs. Services provided: Information for a successful business activity - Support in the development of a Business Plan and Marketing Plan - Consultancy - Technical Assistance regarding the procedures for the establishment and operation of a business activity - Encouragement to address problems that young people often encounter when starting their business activity - Provision of information material of other partner institutions, possibility of a single point of information - Networking.Completed
79Development and Operation of the «Investor Reception Centre of Ioannina Prefecture»Ministry of Development, DGV, N.A.I.Beneficiary401.373,42 € / 401.373,42 €2002201096Entrepreneurship & InnovationProjectThe Investor Reception Centre (IRC), operate as a one stop shop, with the aim of coordinating all public services involved in the procedures for the establishment of a new business, as well as in the licensing procedures for the establishment and operation of a business, in order to facilitate the investor - entrepreneur.
The Investor Reception Centres also inform in a reliable and accurate way all interested investors in the region about the funding opportunities offered both through the Third CSF Programmes and Community Initiatives, as well as the current national framework of incentives (development law, etc.).
The operation of the SEAs aims to significantly reduce the time needed to issue permits, to facilitate the citizen entrepreneur in his transactions with the public administration, as well as to attract new business initiatives.
Completed
80«Entrepreneurship Development of Special Social Groups in the Region of Epirus»Ministry of Labour
C.P. Equal
Beneficiary1.875.897,946 € / 387.477,86 €2001200433Entrepreneurship & InnovationProjectThe aim of the project is to promote the entrepreneurship of the individuals of the target groups, in three thematic fields: agricultural production, alternative tourism and innovative manufacturing SMEs, and to create the conditions that will allow a significant part of the population facing problems of access and integration in the labour market, to create and employ in a sustainable economic structure of their own.Completed
81«Women Entrepreneurship and Interregional Support System in the Social Economy - DIONI II»Ministry of Labour
C.P. Equal
Beneficiary1.518.709,00€ / 41.446,00 €2001200433Entrepreneurship & InnovationProjectThe DIONI II project is an integrated Interregional Model - System of Support for Women's Enterprises and local employment initiatives in the Social Economy Sector, with the creation of Innovative Mechanisms (with Structures, Multipurpose Centres of the 3rd Sector (trade houses), Women's Microcredit Bank, Networks), to promote Entrepreneurship and Employment of Women's Groups facing exclusion and unemployment, while serving the needs of the community in personal services and organic products.Completed
82«Provision of health services to Paleontologists (Northern Epirotes), Immigrants (Albanians), Special Categories of Women Threatened with Social Exclusion, Other Categories of Persons Threatened with Exclusion from the Labour Market (Residents of Mountainous and Remote Areas) of Ioannina.»Ministry of LabourBeneficiary115.979,46 € / 62.338,96 €200320048Employment enhancementSocial PolicyProjectAccompanying support services are a set of actions that aim at empowering and encouraging the target group, enabling their social, educational and professional integration, removing barriers and removing community stereotypes on social exclusion issues.Completed
83Environmental Protection and Sustainable DevelopmentMinistry of Environment, Spatial Planning and Public WorksBeneficiary105.882,34 € /63.628,55 €2004200411Sustainable Development/MobilityEnvironment & Climate ChangeProject- The utilization of the completed project from the OPPER II, B' C.P.S., the creation of Information Centres in Metsovo, Aspraggeloi and Information Kiosks in Mesovouni, Milea and Vovousa until the project is taken over by the Management Entity of National Park B. Pindos National Park, will help in the development of tourism activity in this area, as well as in the improvement of services to visitors. The resulting promotion and information activities may become a trigger for actions towards the protection and awareness of the local population and visitors to the problems and threats to the area, the creation of a volunteer movement, as well as the launch of parallel tourism development activities by private entities.Completed
84FINESTRA - Support for eco-tourism.OP Recite Ii, ERDFBeneficiary95.410.000 dirhams / 30.156.000 dirhams (88.498,00 €)2000200224Tourism & CultureProjectThe aim of the programme is the ecotourism development of mountainous areas of the North and South Region of South Ioannina, the promotion of areas of natural beauty and traditional settlements, the promotion of cultural heritage, the strengthening of special forms of tourism and the strengthening of employment in mountainous areas.Completed
85LIFE - ThymeMinistry of Environment, Spatial Planning and Public WorksBeneficiary94.292.819 dirhams / 9.450.691 dirhams (27.735,00 €)2000200230Environment & Climate ChangeProjectPromoting integrated management in the catchments and estuaries of two rivers: the case of Kalamas (Greece) and Lynher (UK).Completed
86“Avvicinarsi all’ euro” - The euro without difficultyProgram «Prince»Beneficiary37.357.445 dirhams / 23.785.372 dirhams (69.803,00 €)2000200112Social PolicyProjectThe aim of the programme is to prepare vulnerable populations - residents of mountainous and remote areas of Epirus, socially excluded people, elderly people - to accept the new Euro currency.Completed
87“Automation of information exchange in the public sector -Claim”E.E.Beneficiary12.000.000 dirhams / 3.000.000.000 dirhams (8.804.00 €)2000200121Digital Transformation / Information TechnologyProjectThe company, aiming to provide services to citizens, implements the above program in order to serve citizens by exchanging information and legal documents through regional networks. The exchange of documents concerns public services (local government, institutions, chambers of commerce) and common users (SMEs, entrepreneurs, citizens.Completed
88«NOW» Programme - «ATHENA» Project»Ministry of LabourBeneficiary235.000.000 dirhams / 30.000.000 dirhams (88.041,00 €)1998200024Social PolicyProjectThe aim of the programme is to support women to develop business activities in the field of «production - standardization - marketing of traditional and organic products».»Completed
89YOUTHSTART - Pindos Project - EcotourMinistry of LabourBeneficiary130.000.000 dirhams / 15.600.000 dirhams (45.781,36 €)1998200024Employment enhancementTourism / CultureEnvironment & Climate ChangeProjectThe aim of the project was to undertake an organised initiative of inter-regional character for the development of mountain tourism through the employment of young people aged 16-24 years old in areas of Epirus and Western Macedonia.Completed
90INTEGRA - “Wombat”Ministry of LabourBeneficiary123.000.000 dirhams / 23.260.000 dirhams (68.261,19 €)1998200024Social PolicyEmployment enhancementProjectWith this project the company aimed to support the employment of Northern Epirus in traditional construction and restoration of buildings.Completed
91C.P. ADAPT «Integrated Intervention to Support the Construction Sector and Forestry Production in Epirus»Ministry of LabourBeneficiary98.500.000 dirhams / 28.662.853 dirhams (84.116,96 €)1998200024Rural DevelopmentProjectThe Development Company «HEPIROS» S.A., with the implementation of the «ADAPT» programme, aimed at the Integrated Intervention for the support of the construction sector and forestry production in Epirus.Completed
92OPPER «Management of Pindos National Park»Ministry of Environment, Spatial Planning and Public WorksBeneficiary432.379.987 dirhams / 31.786.000 ( 93.282,47 €)1997200036Environment & Climate ChangeProjectWithin the framework of the E.P. ENVIRONMENT of the Ministry of Environment and the sub-programme «Management and Protection» the project «Management of the Pindos National Park» was implemented.The project aimed at the conservation, upgrading and promotion of habitats in the area of B. Pindos and actions were designed and implemented in order to manage and promote the two National Parks of Viko - Aoos and Valia Kalda as a single entity (Information Centres, Information Kiosks, Information Kiosks, Trails, Observatory etc.)Completed
93Tourism - Culture Programme
«Fixing - Restoration - Promotion of the ancient theatre of Dodoni»
Ministry of CultureBeneficiary40.000.000.000 dirhams / 40.000.000.000 dirhams (117.388,11 €)2001200212Tourism & CultureProjectA programme of the Ministry of Culture that aimed at the consolidation - restoration - restoration of the ancient theatre of Dodoni and the landscaping of the surrounding area with the ultimate goal of the overall promotion of the monument and its presentation to the public.Completed
94HORIZON axis - COUNTRY PlanMinistry of LabourBeneficiary100.000.000 dirhams / 68.000.000 dirhams (199.560,00 €)1996199824Rural DevelopmentEntrepreneurship & InnovationProjectThe aim of the programme was to implement an integrated programme for the integration of the inhabitants of mountainous and remote areas of the Prefecture of Ioannina into the labour market, to support the development of small businesses in the Prefecture and to remove the economic isolation of mountainous areas.Completed
95LEADER I & LEADER II
Development of rural areas
Ministry of AgricultureBeneficiary2.5 billion dirhams1991199548Rural DevelopmentProjectThe Community Initiative LEADER focuses on a European Network for the Development of Rural Areas and supports policies and development initiatives taken at local level aimed at the economic and social development of rural areas. Specific objectives are:To encourage innovative and demonstrative local rural development actions.
The creation of new jobs and the upgrading of the professional skills of the human resources involved through the implementation of vocational training activities.The retention of the local population in mountainous and disadvantaged areas.
The creation of cooperation networks, both at national and Community level, to build on experience gained in other regions of the country or the European Community.
Protecting the environment.
The preservation and promotion of cultural heritage.
Completed
96LEADER I & LEADER II
Development of rural areas
Ministry of AgricultureBeneficiary5.5 billion dirhams1996200160Rural DevelopmentProjectThe Community Initiative LEADER focuses on a European Network for the Development of Rural Areas and supports policies and development initiatives taken at local level aimed at the economic and social development of rural areas. Specific objectives are:To encourage innovative and demonstrative local rural development actions.
The creation of new jobs and the upgrading of the professional skills of the human resources involved through the implementation of vocational training activities.The retention of the local population in mountainous and disadvantaged areas.
The creation of cooperation networks, both at national and Community level, to build on experience gained in other regions of the country or the European Community.
Protecting the environment.
The preservation and promotion of cultural heritage.
Completed
97Energy Upgrading Study for a Mountain Village of Epirus RegionRegion of EpirusContractor2011201212Energy & SavingsStudyIntegrated
98Manual of management adequacy procedures in municipalities:
i. Soulium
ii. Zagori
i. Municipality of Souliou
ii. Municipality of Zagori
Contractor201220124Technical AssistanceStudyIntegrated
99Operational Programme:
i. Region of Epirus
ii. Municipality of Zagori
iii. Municipality of North Tzoumerka
i. Region of Epirus
ii. Municipality of Zagori
iii. Municipality of North Tzoumerka
Contractor201120112Technical AssistanceStudyIntegrated
100Integrated Urban Development Plan of the Municipality of IoanninaRegion of EpirusContractor201020109Technical AssistanceStudyIntegrated
101Econometric studies for the adaptation of Development Enterprises to Public Benefit Enterprises of Municipalities
i. Delvinaki
Zitsa
iii. Evrymenon
iv. Cellulose
v. Mastorochoria
vi. East Zagori
vii. Tzoumerka
viii. Dodoni
ix. Upper Pogoni
and the Communities:
i. Matsoukiou
(ii) Bovousas
iii. Mileas
iv. Pogoniani
v. Syrrakou
TEDK of IoanninaContractor200920096Technical AssistanceStudyIntegrated
102Preparation of a map with geographical information on the Industrial and Manufacturing Units of the Prefecture of Ioannina outside the Ioannina Industrial ParkPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2008200912Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Digital Transformation / Information TechnologyStudyIntegrated
103Local Products Inventory StudyPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2008200912Rural Development / LEADER, Entrepreneurship & InnovationStudyIntegrated
104Study of Specifications for the Certification of Local ProductsPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2008200912Rural Development / LEADER, Entrepreneurship & InnovationStudyIntegrated
105Preparation of a study for the clean-up of Lake PamvotidaProgrammatic Contract with N.A.Ioannina / Region of Epirus / Lake Pamvotida Management BodyOnline Contract2008200912Environment & Climate ChangeStudyIntegrated
106Updating and completion of the Special Environmental Study (SEA) of the Natura 2000 network sites «Peaks of Mount Gramos» GR132002 and preparation of the SEA for the site «Mount Duskon, Meropi Forest, Gormos Valley, Lake Delvinaki» GR2130010Region of EpirusContractor2007200915Environment & Climate ChangeStudyIntegrated
107Operational Programme of the Municipality of EvrimenesMunicipality of EvrymenaContractor200820088Technical Assistance, Sustainable Development/MobilityStudyIntegrated
108Existing Situation Study and Recommendations for the Improvement of Free Range Cattle FarmingPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2007200812Rural Development / LEADER, Entrepreneurship & InnovationStudyIntegrated
109Study for the drafting of specifications for the construction and certification of wooden barrels for use in wine and wine-makingPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2007200812Rural Development / LEADER, Entrepreneurship & InnovationStudyIntegrated
110Updating of the inventory of impacts-loads from anthropogenic activities on the ecosystem of the river Kalamas, evaluation, digitization and GIS registration of the primary materialRegion of EpirusContractor200820082Environment & Climate Change, Digital Transformation / Information TechnologyStudyIntegrated
111Entrepreneurship in local product production businesses of the Region of EpirusKETA EpirusContractor200720072Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Rural Development / LEADERStudyIntegrated
112Entrepreneurship in the tourism businesses of the Region of EpirusKETA EpirusContractor200720072Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Tourism & CultureStudyIntegrated
113Recording of international business activity by sector in the Region of EpirusKETA EpirusContractor200720072Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Transnational / InterregStudyIntegrated
114Standard Innovative Development Plans (IDPs)Prefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor200720076Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Technical AssistanceStudyIntegrated
115Development of a Map with Geographical Information on the Livestock Farming Units of the Prefecture of IoanninaPrefectural Administration of IoanninaContractor2007200812Rural Development / LEADER, Digital Transformation / Information TechnologyStudyIntegrated
116Study for the Development of Livestock, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants through the Reorganization of Olive and Citrus Crops in Epirus for the Integrated Development of Rural AreasMinistry of Rural Development & FoodContractor133.280,00 €200620064Rural Development / LEADER, Environment & Climate Change, Sustainable Development / MobilityStudyThe analysis of the agricultural and forestry sector in the Region of Epirus, in order to redefine and prioritize the needs of the Region, after the reform of the CAP, in order to be taken into account during the 4th Programming Period 2007 - 2013. The study aims to investigate and illustrate the social, economic and development dynamics that are particularly characteristic of the rural areas of the region and that determine their development potential in the context of the broader transformations of the rural area. The study will assess the problems and prospects for rural development in each region, identify new objectives and a strategy for restructuring crops and draw up a detailed plan of integrated development interventions.Integrated
117Special Environmental Study (SEE) of the Greater Tzoumerka AreaRegion of EpirusContractor76.271,202004200614Environment & Climate ChangeStudyThe «Special Environmental Study (SEA) of the Greater Tzoumerka Area» is being carried out by HEPIROS SA on behalf of the Region of Epirus from the autumn of 2004 until today. It concerns the wider geographical area of the mountain complex of Tzoumerka (Athamanika) and Peristeri (Lakmos) and includes two sites of the Natura 2000 network {«Athamana Mountains (GR 2110002)» & «Mount Lakmos or Peristeri (GR 2130007)»}. The study is being prepared by a team of 18 partners and will be delivered in two stages.Integrated
118Study/Expertise for the Emergence of the Route NetworkIn the framework of the Leader+ OP200320035Rural Development / LEADERStudyIntegrated
119Special Exploratory Study/Expertise on Collective Initiatives - Local Product ClustersIn the framework of the Leader+ OP21.150 €200320035Rural Development / LEADERStudyOrganizing collective initiatives through which the production of quality products with common standards of production methods, packaging and designation will be organized, in order to find new markets, to make them known to the wider public and to link them to the tourist product.
The aim is for the quality products produced in the area of the Leader+ local programme to acquire common standards (production, processing, packaging) through a framework of cooperation both at the level of similar businesses and at the level of complementary businesses, with the ultimate aim of linking them to the tourist product (distribution of these products through the local cuisine to tourist businesses).
The analysis of the current situation and prospects, highlighting the potential for the production of traditional local products, products of designation of origin or geographical indication, with the ultimate aim of exploring the possibilities of creating clusters for the exploitation of all the above-mentioned basic parameters for the promotion, promotion and advancement of the region.
Integrated
120Study/Expertise for the Promotion of Cultural Tradition and Tourism EventsIn the framework of the Leader+ OP21.150 €200320035Rural Development / LEADERStudyIt concerns the implementation of the ‘’Culture’’ scale of the ‘’Pindos’’ label, which will be piloted in the intervention area and in the context of interregional cooperation will be implemented by other cooperating local authorities and will guide the actions of exploitation of natural and cultural wealth. Through the approach of the natural space and anthropogeography, the cultural constitution of the area over time, i.e. in its historicity, will be highlighted, with the ultimate aim of a synchronic recording of the cultural data of the mountainous area. Through integrated cultural, sporting and environmental events, the general promotion of the area of application is achieved, including local products and the tourist background, where during the two or three days of their duration, combined events will take place with workshops, tasting competitions, the promotion of local products and sporting activities. These events will have the potential and prestige of a national scale. Events of particular importance that are currently organised in the region could be enhanced and enriched with other activities that will complete the promotion of the region. The aim of this expertise is also the interconnection of local events with similar events at Regional, Interregional and Transnational level and in general the formation of a unified cultural offer of the intervention area, its interconnection with the other actions of the local programme, in order to become a promotional factor in the identity of the region.
Integrated
121Operational Plan for the Integrated Rural Development of Mountainous & Disadvantaged Areas: Region CWithin the framework of the OPAX Region of Epirus58.670,00 €200320037Rural Development / LEADERStudyThe design and formulation of the development objectives and interventions of the Integrated Rural Development Programmes (IPADP) of the Region of Epirus.Integrated
122Study for the identification of consulting specifications for the development of entrepreneurship in the thematic area of alternative forms of tourismIn the framework of the Equal14.900 €200220035Social PolicyStudyThe purpose of the study is to identify, through research, the specifications of the tools and methods that will be used primarily by the Entrepreneurship Support Structures and their Antennae, for the advisory guidance and support of potential entrepreneurs and all interested parties on alternative forms of tourism.
Methodologically, the study through the analysis of the existing situation, the analysis of general data and opinions of competent bodies that have a strong opinion on this issue, attempts to arrive at a documented and justified opinion on the methodology that should be followed for the advisory guidance and support of potential entrepreneurs in the thematic subject of Alternative Forms of Tourism.

Elements that have been taken into account in order to formulate a correct assessment in the preparation of the above study are:
- The current state of tourism in the Region of Epirus.
- The identity, population characteristics, employment and unemployment in the region.
- The specifics of each target group.
- The potential and necessity of sustainable development of alternative forms of tourism.
- The possibilities offered through the approved actions of this programme.
In addition, the above data are combined and taken into account with the current state of entrepreneurship in the Region of Epirus and its future prospects in relation to the prevailing employment conditions and needs.
Integrated
123Entrepreneurship Guide on Alternative Forms of TourismIn the framework of the Equal19.800 €200320035Social PolicyStudyThe purpose of this entrepreneurship guide is to provide the necessary information and to assist potential entrepreneurs to establish and operate a healthy and sustainable business. The guide is primarily oriented towards alternative forms of tourism, forms in which the economy of the Region of Epirus has a comparative advantage.
The guide covers the following topics:
 procedure for setting up a business
 financial system - start-up capital - working capital
 basic concepts of financing and operation
 co-financing opportunities for tangible and intangible investments
 new trends in production and operation
 commercial networks - distribution
 promotion - promotion
Integrated
124Epirus Ecotourism Support CentreIn the framework of the «Recite» project»5.000.000 dirhams.200120016Tourism & Culture, Sustainable Development/MobilityStudyThe study aims to:
- The submission of a proposal for the definition of ecotourism based on the principle of sustainability and the harmonious coexistence of man with nature and educational and recreational activities.
- To record the current situation in the sector of ecotourism in Epirus.
- To highlight the great ecotourism potential of Epirus and to raise awareness of local authorities in a direction of sustainable development.
- To promote the ecotourism potential of Epirus, through the establishment and operation of an Ecotourism Support Centre.
Integrated
125Plan for the Development of a Model of Cooperation between the Northern Epirus Support Mechanism and the Private Construction SectorIn the framework of the «Wombat» project of the «Employment» OP - Axis «Integra»1.250.000 dirhams.200020004Social Policy, Employment PromotionStudyFor the preparation of this study, the implementing agency drew up the following specifications, on the basis of which the study was prepared:
1. Interconnection of the support mechanism - private construction sector stakeholders.
- Exploration of cooperation scheme - fields of activity.
- Organisation and operation of a cooperation scheme.

2. Plan for the integration of Northern Europeans in the labour market of the construction sector.
- Upgrading the training methodology for professions in the sector.
- Evaluation of the educational process.
- Development of an information mechanism on the supply and demand of jobs.
- Promote the employment of Northern Europeans in private construction companies.
Integrated
126Plan for the Development of a Model of Cooperation between the Northern Epirus Support Mechanism and Local AuthoritiesIn the framework of the «Wombat» project of the «Employment» OP - Axis «Integra»1.250.000 dirhams.200020004Social policy, Employment support, Technical assistance, Technical assistanceStudyFor the preparation of this study, the implementing agency drew up the following specifications, on the basis of which the study was prepared:
1. Establishment of a support mechanism for refugees and migrants from Northern Epirus.
- Spatial distribution mechanism.
- Legal form - participation of local authorities and bodies.
- Organisation and staffing of the mechanism.

2. Analysis of the scope and methodology of the provision of support services and counselling.
- Methodology of reception and recording of the target group.
- Conducting specialised research on the needs of local markets.
- Design and development of a specific vocational guidance system.
- Providing specialised information for access to the labour market.
- Development of advisory services in service.

3. Preparation of an action plan for the establishment and operation of the mechanism.
Integrated
127Study - Research for the Determination of the Training and Employment Needs of Women in the Prefecture of IoanninaIn the framework of the «Athena» Plan, of the «Employment» JP «Employment» - Axis "Now"4.000.000 dirhams.199819984Social PolicyStudyThe aim of the study is to investigate the training and employment opportunities and prospects of women in the Prefecture of Ioannina, in order to facilitate their access to the labour market and especially to professions and activities that are practiced or may be practiced in the future in mountainous and disadvantaged areas of the Prefecture.

Methodologically, the study, through the complete primary and secondary analysis of the existing situation, as well as the analysis and processing of more general data and scientific opinions, attempts to come up with a comprehensive and documented operational plan for the promotion and implementation of the prospects and opportunities for training and employment of women in the Prefecture of Ioannina, with emphasis on activities that are practiced or can be practiced in mountainous, disadvantaged and problematic areas of the Prefecture of Ioannina.
Integrated
128Study of the Local Cultural, Environmental and Archaeological Resources of the Prefecture of IoanninaIn the framework of the Operational Programme «Employment» - Axis «Youthstart»6.000.000 dirhams.199819984Tourism & Culture, Environment & Climate ChangeStudyThe aim of the study is to undertake an organised regional initiative for the development of mountain tourism and youth employment in areas which are particularly suitable for this type of intervention.

The study refers to the mountainous part of the Prefecture of Ioannina and the whole prefecture was considered as such, except the area of the Ioannina basin.

The mapping was based mainly on officially recognised resources, while in some cases it was deemed necessary to refer to additional resources.

This was followed by the grouping of resources by spatial - cultural units. For each unit, suitable forms of mountain tourism are proposed for development, as well as specific routes, which make use of local resources and give the character of each unit.
Integrated
129Study - Research on the Potential for Standardization - Commercialization of Local Traditional ProductsIn the framework of the «Athena» Plan, of the «Employment» JP «Employment» - Axis "Now"4.000.000 dirhams.199819984Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Rural Development / LEADERStudyThe study spatially refers to the Prefecture of Ioannina, taking into account some important elements of the wider region (Epirus).

The aim of the study is to investigate the possibilities and prospects for the standardization and marketing of local traditional products already produced in the area and similar products that may be produced in the same or different way in the near future.

Methodologically, the study, through the complete primary and secondary analysis of the current situation, but also the analysis and processing of more general data and scientific opinions, attempts to come up with a plan to highlight and implement the prospects and possibilities of standardization and rational distribution of local products and especially those with traditional characteristics, provided that they are produced or can be produced directly in such quantity and quality that justifies an economic and environmental benefit.
Integrated
130Study - Research on the Social and Professional Status of Northern Epirus and their Employment Prospects in the Prefecture of IoanninaIn the framework of the «Wombat» project of the «Employment» OP - Axis «Integra»3.500.000 dirhams.199819984Social Policy, Employment PromotionStudyThe aim of the study is to investigate the employment opportunities and prospects of the Northern Epirotes in the Prefecture of Ioannina.

Methodologically, the study, through the complete primary and secondary analysis of the existing situation, the analysis of general data and scientific opinions, combined with the opinions of competent bodies that have a weighty opinion and substantial competence on this issue, attempts to arrive at a well-founded and justified opinion on the possibilities, at least in the immediate and foreseeable future, of employment of northern Epirus in the prefecture of Ioannina, which is the most important entry of immigrants from the neighbouring country, who are the most important migrants from the neighbouring country.

Elements that have been taken into account in order to arrive at a correct estimate are:
- The number of migrants
- Their origin
- Their age composition by gender
- Their educational level
- The professions they know how to practise
- Their intention to stay permanently or temporarily
- The legality or otherwise of their stay in our country

In addition, the above elements are combined and taken into account with the existing situation of the region and its future prospects in relation to the prevailing employment conditions and needs.
Integrated
131Study for the establishment of a Local Network of Consultants for the promotion of the Konitsa District and exploration of the potential for the development of local initiativesIn the framework of the Operational Programme «Employment» - Axis «Horizon»7.000.000 dirhams.199819985Technical Assistance, Sustainable Development/MobilityStudyThe object of the study is the creation and detailed presentation of a body, which will exploit and organize the development potential of the region through the management of programs, for the benefit of both existing businesses and the establishment of new ones, while creating opportunities for new jobs.

More specifically, the study had the following objectives:
- The drafting of a plan of opportunities for investment opportunities for small businesses and cooperatives.
- Exploring and evaluating programmes to support local business initiatives.
- The design of information actions for young entrepreneurs.
- The design of an advice system.
- The design of short training programmes for young entrepreneurs.
- The provision of technical support for the implementation of investments.
- The preparation of an action plan for the provision of support services, the development of business cooperation and the development of local businesses.

This study presents in detail the existing situation of all three sectors of the economy (primary - secondary - tertiary) for the Province of Konitsa, gives directions for its development and lists in detail the structure and operation of the above development agency.
Integrated
132Investigation of the Needs of Businesses and Cooperatives in the Prefecture of IoanninaIn the framework of the C.P. «Employment» - Axis «Horizon» Programme «Country»7.500.000 dirhams.199719975Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Technical AssistanceStudyFor the implementation of the study was used:
- Research desk
- Quantitative research by conducting structured interviews
- Qualitative research using semi-structured questionnaires

The purpose of the desk research was to collect and evaluate the existing material that exists for the Prefecture of Ioannina, such as:
- Studies carried out in the past that are directly or indirectly related to the subject of the present study.
- Results of seminars and workshops organized and related to Epirus as a whole or specifically to the Prefecture of Ioannina.
- Reports from ministries and other national or Community bodies
- Texts and data from the Ministry of Development, the Ministry of National Economy and the European Commission.
- Data from the NSI concerning enterprises and human resources.
- Programme evaluations.
- Databases relating to the region.
- Brochures with articles about the region.

The purpose of the quantitative survey with structured interviews (questionnaires) was mainly related to enterprises and cooperatives. In the beginning, all enterprises and cooperatives in the county were registered based on up-to-date database data, a preliminary search of the main enterprises was carried out based on existing knowledge about the county and a structured questionnaire was used. The questionnaires were answered by the entrepreneurs themselves or the general managers of the enterprises and cooperatives. The questionnaire contained questions about the general and specific needs of businesses and ways to address them.

The aim of the qualitative research was to collect data from organisations that are related to businesses or cooperatives but do not belong to them. A large number of interviews were conducted on a semi-structured main basis with managers of institutions, scientists from research centres, business executives and informal discussions with experts, consultants in order to gather the views of the direct stakeholders.
Integrated
133Diagnosis of the Status of the Local Economic Potential of the Prefecture of IoanninaIn the framework of the C.P. «Employment» - Axis «Horizon» Programme «Country»5.000.000 dirhams.199719974Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Technical AssistanceStudyFor the implementation of the study was used:
- Research desk
- Quantitative research by conducting structured interviews
- Qualitative research using semi-structured questionnaires

The purpose of the desk research was to collect and evaluate the existing material that exists for the Prefecture of Ioannina, such as:
- Studies carried out in the past that are directly or indirectly related to the subject of the present study.
- Results of seminars and workshops organized and related to Epirus as a whole or specifically to the Prefecture of Ioannina.
- Reports from ministries and other national or Community bodies
- Texts and data from the Ministry of Development, the Ministry of National Economy and the European Commission.
- NSS data on enterprises and human resources.
- Programme evaluations.
- Databases relating to the region.
- Brochures with articles about the region.

The purpose of the quantitative survey with structured interviews (questionnaires) was mainly related to enterprises and cooperatives. In the beginning, all enterprises and cooperatives in the county were registered based on up-to-date database data, a preliminary search of the main enterprises was carried out based on existing knowledge about the county and a structured questionnaire was used. The questionnaires were answered by the entrepreneurs themselves or the general managers of the enterprises and cooperatives. The questionnaire contained questions about the general and specific needs of businesses and ways to address them.

The aim of the qualitative research was to collect data from organisations that are related to businesses or cooperatives but do not belong to them. A large number of interviews were conducted on a semi-structured main basis with managers of institutions, scientists from research centres, business executives and informal discussions with experts, consultants in order to gather the views of the direct stakeholders.
Integrated
134Action Programme for the Support of Local BusinessesIn the framework of the C.P. «Employment» - Axis «Horizon» Programme «Country»7.500.000 dirhams.199719975Entrepreneurship & InnovationStudySmall and medium-sized enterprises, which form the backbone of the Greek economy, are called upon to play a very important role in both the economic and social development of the country and make it obvious that the state and the EU need to support them.

Over the last decades, their importance and role has been highlighted by all governments of all countries and their specificities, potentials and weaknesses have been recognised, which has led to the adoption of specific measures and the implementation of SME development programmes.

The necessity of supporting SMEs through programmes is part of the overall framework for the development of industrial policy support, which at the same time validates modern concepts of the role of SMEs, based on:
- In recognition of their important and competitive role in the economic and social development of our country.
- Recognition of the specific needs and problems that characterise small and medium-sized enterprises and that put them at a disadvantage compared to large enterprises.
- The specificities of the media sector in Greece compared to other EU countries.

The aim of this study is to investigate the problems of SMEs in the Prefecture of Ioannina and to present an action plan to address the needs that arise.
Integrated
135Study of the Integrated Development Programme for Mountainous Areas of EpirusGeneral Secretariat of the Region of Epirus23.600.000 dirhams.199719975Environment & Climate Change / Sustainable DevelopmentStudyThis study includes a description of the existing situation for all factors that may affect the development of the area and the synthesis and evaluation of the existing situation, with the ultimate goal of identifying the opportunities and constraints for development in the area, developing productive objectives and alternative scenarios for their achievement and finally selecting a proposed Strategic Development Plan.

The study area includes the mountain ranges in three of the four prefectures of the region and specifically includes:
- In the Prefecture of Ioannina the areas of Pogoni, Konitsa, Zagori, Metsovo and Tzoumerka.
- In the Prefecture of Thesprotia, the District of Filiates.
- In the prefecture of Arta, the largest part of the prefecture (northeast), where there are mountainous areas.
Integrated
136Creation of Public Benefit Jobs in the Region of EpirusMinistry of Labour & Social Security
(Pindos Environmental)
20132013Employment enhancementProjectCompleted