At Emfasis, we recognize the multidimensional nature of homelessness. That is why we adopt the European Typology of Homelessness and Housing Exclusion (ETHOS) developed by FEANTSA (European Federation of National Organisations Working with the Homeless), which enables us to design meaningful and evidence-based proposals to tackle the issue.
Individuals living on the street or in emergency shelters.
Individuals living in homeless centers or temporary accommodation facilities.
Individuals under threat of eviction or violence.
Individuals living in unsuitable or substandard accommodations.
Based on Greece’s 2022 statistics:
of the labor force experiences severe material and social deprivation
of the population is at risk of poverty or social exclusion
of the population lives in overcrowded housing
of the population is long-term unemployed
At Emfasis, we do not discriminate. We stand by every person in need.
Individuals living on the street
Families living below the poverty line & in precarious housing conditions
Elderly people in the 3rd and 4th age groups with chronic illnesses in homelessness, insecure, or inadequate housing
Long-term unemployed
People affected by extreme weather events & natural disasters
Socially vulnerable youth
As pioneers in developing innovative approaches against homelessness, we act with the goal not only of providing immediate relief but also of driving policy and legislative change through active advocacy actions. Our strategic policy interventions and collaborations with international organizations and national networks for the right to housing aim to shape sustainable solutions that uphold human dignity.
At Emfasis, we believe that homelessness is not merely a social issue but a living expression of the violation of fundamental human rights. With consistency and dedication, we promote policies and legislative initiatives that ensure the right to housing, access to social services, and dignified living conditions. Our actions aim to raise public awareness and drive impactful political change, with the ultimate goal of eliminating the social exclusion of people experiencing homelessness.