Χαίρετε! My name is Papadimitriou Christina and I was born on the 5th of March 2001, in Athens, Greece. I was born and raised in a household in which I was motivated to experiment with music from a young age and therefore I have been playing the piano since I was 6 years old. I also learnt two foreign languages (english and french) and that influenced my decision to follow an academic life in France. More specifically, I finished my bachelor in Psychology in Toulouse, France. After the end of my bachelor's degree, I flew to Rome and here I am now , doing my master's in the beautiful city of Rome. The master that I follow is intitled: Applied Dynamic and Clinical Psychology with the orientation of Clinical Psychosexology. As far as my internship in the context of the master is concerned, I decided to do my internship in ACROSS, as I was interested in expanding my knowledge about collaborative working with different kind of professionals in the shake of a specific project. I was fascinated by the idea of learning how a social project is organized, what kind of network is needed and which social groups could be targeted. By following this internship, I got a better insight in how a project is organized and what kind of parameters I have to take into account when I am brainstorming about an upcoming project . I learnt for example, how to apply certain tools of organizational psychology which was very useful such as the Gantt chart and the TOC. This internship gave me also the opportunity to come across with people with expertise in the social spectrum of psychology and I got a better idea about what kind of projects could be useful for people in different social/political or economic minorities. The knowledge that this internship provided to me, has definitely made me more ready to explore my identity as a future psychologist.

"EUF"

The EUF project, which was funded by the European Union, was the result of a collaboration between three countries; Italy, Portugal and Greece. The main focus of this project was to create tools that can enable a good communication between parents and children. A photo gallery was created, with main stars/ protagonists the families, as well as a card game targeted to bring the family together by playing a board game.

"ROMA CURA ROMA"

The project of "Roma cura Roma" was held

on the 11th of May 2024 in the Michele

Testa, in Tor Sapienza. This action aimed to bring locals together to reclaim local public spaces, in this case, the social centter " Michele Testa". Our project as ACROSS was to help clean the garden of the social center and also to organize fun activities for children that would join that beautiful day. We met locals and we realized how important and vital it is to renew such public spaces where people can share experiences and emotions.

The imprint of the experience of EUF project

Notes on participation in the EUF project by Matteo Busceti e Christina Papadimitriou

Our experience with the EUF project was an important opportunity for growth, both personally and professionally. This project, carried out through collaboration between organizations from Italy, Greece, and Portugal, aimed to improve communication between parents and children. From the very beginning, our involvement encouraged us to reflect on the complexity of family dynamics and the importance of effective tools to foster intergenerational dialogue.

One of the most enriching aspects of this experience was working with an international team, allowing us to engage with different perspectives and approaches. Not only were we able to improve our English level by working with an international team, but this project also enabled us to explore topics related to family communication through visual materials and innovative educational strategies. In particular, the process of selecting photographic material was a deeply impactful moment: observing images that captured moments of intimacy, dialogue, and growth between parents and children helped us gain a deeper understanding of these relationships and the crucial role that communication plays in strengthening them.

Throughout the project, we had the opportunity to contribute to the dissemination of its content, collaborating with various professionals and institutions. As a result, we also observed how these professionals work and we had a better insight into how these themes can be brought up in different environments. Engaging in dialogue with teachers and school staff, for instance, gave us a concrete perspective on the importance of integrating these topics into educational settings, raising awareness not only among young people but also among the adults who guide them in their growth.

This experience also prompted us to reflect on the power of project design as a tool for social change. Actively participating in different project phases, from planning initiatives to organizing events, nurtured our strong interest in project development and its potential for impact. More precisely, we also gained valuable and useful knowledge on project management in order to understand in depth the process of organizing an ERASMUS project like this one. We learned how to create a Gantt for instance, which is one of the first and most important tools and the first step in creating the pathway of a project. Lastly, we learned how essential it is to design initiatives that actively engage people, stimulating deep reflections and creating spaces for authentic dialogue.

Ultimately, the EUF project was a formative experience that left a lasting impression on both of us. It allowed us to grow, refine our skills in project design, and strengthen our awareness of the importance of communication in family relationships. Working closely with professionals and diverse communities enriched us and gave us food for thought regarding our professional future, which is being constructed now. It reinforced our belief that education and culture can be powerful tools to promote individual well-being and build more inclusive societies. Finally, this initiative gave us the opportunity to reflect upon our own thoughts and beliefs regarding interfamilial communication styles and how vital it is to work in a personal and in a more social level in order to improve them.