Promoting Brain Health in Greece 

Mission Statement:

To raise awareness about brain disorders, advocate for national brain health policies, and foster collaboration between researchers, clinicians, patients, and decision-makers in Greece.

Board of Directors 2026 - 2029

Christina Dalla, President

Ioannis Sotiropoulos, General Secretary

Terpsi Korpa, Treasurer

Despoina Tata, Member

Spyridon Zormpas, Member

Board of Directors (BoD) 2023-2026:

Christina Dalla, President

Nikolaos Grigoriadis, General Secretary

Marietta Papadatou-Pastou, Treasurer

Foteini Stylianopoulou, Member

Meropi (Moira) Tzitzika, Member

Priorities

Strategic Pillars:

Brain Research

Promote national and EU-level brain research funding

Access to Care

Advocate for better access to diagnosis and treatment for neurological and mental disorders

Public Awareness

Campaigns to reduce stigma around brain disorders

Education & Training

Promote training of healthcare professionals and public education in neuroscience

National Policy Priorities:

Develop a Greek Brain Plan aligned with the EBC’s policy framework

Collaborate with the Ministry of Health on neurodegenerative diseases and mental health

Projects & Initiatives

Current Initiatives:

"Brain Awareness Week" – Public awareness and outreach

Participation in EU-funded projects (e.g. Horizon Europe, Erasmus+ health-related initiatives)

Hellenic Brain Plan (in development)

Policy roundtables with key stakeholders