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We use Polly, an Amazon Text-to-Speech service that uses advanced deep learning technologies to synthesize natural sounding human speech in order to read you our stories from wearesolomon.com Solomon is a non-profit, independent, investigative media organization devoted solely to covering Greece’s refugees and migrants, and the policies that affect their lives. We combine on-the-ground reporting with collaborative research methods, and create inclusive and responsible journalism in response to our community’s needs.

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Young Roma shot dead by Greek police. Yet another case of police impunity? Part 1

2021/10/25

After a car chase, Greek police shot and killed a young Roma man. The incident bears a striking resemblance to another case of excessive and unwarranted use of force by Greek law enforcement − in which Greece was convicted by the European Court of Justice in 2004. The Makaratzis case was the main lawsuit in a group of cases brought to the European Court of Human Rights regarding excessive use of force by Greek law enforcement and the failure of both disciplinary and judicial action to bring an end to such incidents. The Council of Europe continues to urge Greece to take action to address police violence. By The Manifold Artwork by Fanis Kollias Read more at wearesolomon.com

Congolese minor suing Frontex: “I thought that the law is upheld in Europe”

2021/10/19

A.N., a young woman from Burundi, was recently granted asylum in Greece. However, her struggle continues. She is suing Frontex, for the first time in the history of the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, for complicity in two deportation incidents that she claims preceded her asylum. The case is co-signed by an unaccompanied minor from the Democratic Republic of the Congo – who claims that he has been deported to Turkey three times, where he currently remains. By Iliana Papangeli and Stavros Malichudis Artwork by Fanis Kollias. Read more at wearesolomon.com

The protectors of refugee children

2021/08/30

They are probably the first and only doctors to examine young refugees who arrive in Athens. The pediatricians Stavroula Dikalioti and Smaragda Papachristidou - due to their efforts and personal interest - have managed to facilitate the refugees’ access to public health, which is provided at no cost, but remains a complicated maze to navigate. -- By Katerina Voutsina Read more at wearesolomon.com

Greek strawberries “made in Bangladesh"

2021/06/09

Up to 10,000 migrant agricultural workers live in makeshift camps in the strawberry fields of Ilia, which produce the "red gold" that generates tens of millions of euros in exports. While the Greek state remains indifferent, the number of workers is expected to increase, as production is projected to skyrocket by 2025, covering approximately 6,200 acres). By Stavros Malichudis. -- Read more at wearesolomon.com

"We call it ‘modernization’" – reception centers for migrants will be ‘closed’ facilities

2021/05/10

During her recent visit to Greece, European Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson made assurances that new reception centers on the Aegean islands would not be closed facilities. However, the reconfiguration of existing camps on the mainland into closed facilities are progressing at a rapid pace − and the authorities involved are pointing fingers at each other. Written by Anastasia Misbach. Artwork by Fanis Kollias. -- Read more at wearesolomon.com

His drawing traveled to Europe. But 12-year-old Jamal simply wants to “get out of this jail”

2021/04/27

"I don’t want anything from you. Nor am I happy that my drawing has traveled to another place, while I'm stuck in a prison", says little Jamal from a detention center on Kos island. By Iliana Papangeli and Stavros Malichudis. Artwork by Fanis Kollias. More at wearesolomon.com

Working in other people's homes in the midst of a pandemic

2021/04/24

Since arriving in Greece -27 years ago- Rodika has been working as a domestic worker. When COVID-19 appeared, she saw her working reality change. By Corina Petridi & Kostas Koukoumakas. Read more at wearesolomon.com

"I wonder if I’m a slave": Domestic workers in a state of modern slavery

2021/03/25

Testimonies from women who are facing the pandemic while trapped in "self-isolation" for months on end. By Corina Petridi & Kostas Koukoumakas. Read more at wearesolomon.com

A Tale of Two Hotels

2021/03/21

Refugees were left homeless following evictions as the EU-funded programme providing shelter in hotels ends. By Katy Fallon. Artwork by Fanis Kollias. Read more at wearesolomon.com

"Greece will regret not making use of our potential"

2021/03/17

As the government appoints a Deputy Minister responsible for integration, images of evicted refugees living on the streets can be seen all over Greece. "Since you don’t want us here, at least let us move on and best wishes to you all,” said the Syrian we met in Karditsa. By Stavros Malichudis. -- You can also read it at wearesolomon.com

A fire in tent 959

2021/03/05

A heavily pregnant Afghan woman set herself on fire, after hearing her transfer to Germany was postponed again. The act was viewed as "a cry for help" by many. The woman had been living in Lesbos' infamous camps for over a year. By Stavros Malichudis & Katy Fallon. -- You can also read it at wearesolomon.com

Apostolos Kapsalis: “We are travelling in uncharted and stormy seas”

2021/02/17

We sat down for a long discussion with the researcher of the Institute of Labor for the phenomenon "Manolada", the realities of migrant workers in Greece, and the challenges that the pandemic brought -and will bring- not only to the agricultural production, but the rights of the ones ensuring it. By Iliana Papangeli and Stavros Malichudis. Artwork by Fanis Kollias. -- You can also read it at wearesolomon.com