Who We Are
Skiathos Youth began in 2018, when a group of EVS volunteers planted the first seeds of a simple dream: to offer the children and teenagers of Skiathos a space to create, express, and explore.
In the schoolyard, they grew a small garden. In the classrooms and in the community, they opened doors to theatre, painting, movement, video, voice, and play. Their open invitation said it all:
«Ηθοποιοί, ζωγράφοι, φωτογράφοι, μουσικοί, καραγκιοζοπαίχτες, youtubers, gachatubers, video editors, τραγουδιστές και όσοι άλλοι δεν έχετε βρει ακόμα το ταλέντο σας…» (“Actors, painters, photographers, musicians, shadow puppeteers, YouTubers, Gachatubers, video editors, singers, and everyone else who hasn’t found their talent yet…”)
Everyone with a curiosity, a spark, a hidden talent was welcome.
Six years later, this spirit returns with a new shape. Skiathos Youth is now an umbrella initiative that gathers everything happening for young people on the island, celebrating creativity, connection, and the everyday magic of growing up in a place surrounded by sea and forest.
🌱 Creative Learning,
🌍 Cultural Exchange,
🤝 Community Engagement
Our Mission & Vision
Our mission is to create an open, playful, and inclusive space where the young people of Skiathos can discover their talents, meet opportunities, and feel supported by a caring community.
We bring together workshops, cultural events, artistic expression, and local initiatives, making it easier for youth and families to explore what the island has to offer.
Our vision is a vibrant, empowered youth community on Skiathos, where creativity is valued, learning is joyful, and every young person finds a place to grow, dream, and contribute.
We imagine an island where arts, nature, culture, and community weave together to support the next generation.
Empower Young Minds
We believe in nurturing creativity, leadership, and innovation among youth to help them reach their fullest potential.
Build Community Connections
By promoting teamwork and collaboration, we create strong bonds within the community and encourage social responsibility.
Foster Sustainability & Global Awareness
We educate and engage young people to act towards environmental protection and cultural understanding for a better world.
Our Moments in Action
What We Do
Our Activities & Programs
Skiathos Youth gathers in one place the workshops, activities, and experiences that inspire, support, and guide the young people of our island as they explore who they are and who they can become.
Environmental Awareness Projects
We shine a light on the initiatives that help young people reconnect with the land and sea. Whether it is our own school gardens, nature workshops, or beach cleanups, or the environmental actions organised by others on the island, we gather and share every opportunity that nurtures care for Skiathos. Each project invites youth to learn by observing, tending, and protecting the natural world around them.
Creative Arts & Culture
From theatre and painting to music, photography, and storytelling, we celebrate the arts in all their forms. We host creative spaces of our own and also promote the rich cultural workshops, festivals, and activities offered by the community. Together, they create a colourful playground where young people explore their talents and express who they are.
Youth Dialogue & Education
We bring together learning opportunities that open minds and spark curiosity. Through our own workshops, youth circles, and Erasmus+ pathways — and through educational events created by teachers, mentors, and groups across the island — we help young people discover new perspectives. Our goal is to cultivate thoughtful, confident youth who feel connected, capable, and inspired.
Volunteer & Community Engagement
We highlight local opportunities for young people to get involved, from helping at community events to joining volunteer actions on the island. We also support and send Skiathos youth to workshops, trainings, and exchanges abroad, giving them the chance to explore new cultures, learn new skills, and bring fresh ideas back home. Through local involvement and international experiences, young people become active contributors to the life of the island.
Become a Part of Our Community
Join our community in Skiathos, Greece — where volunteers, travelers, and young minds come together to learn, share, and grow through creativity, sustainability, and joyful education.