“Climate change is not real”: what do I say to that?
At family dinners, on public transport or in hospital waiting rooms — we’ve all been there. Despite wide scientific consensus and tireless work of environmental journalists, there are still people who deny the existence of climate change and related disasters. Talking to them can be exhausting and frustrating. With the help of our guest expert, […]
The First Multilingual Library and Cultural Center in Greece
“We Need Books” in the Kypseli neighbourhood of Athens is the first multilingual library and cultural center in Greece. It has gathered more than 14,000 books in 60 languages, including publications and educational materials designed for migrants and refugees. It is not only a library but also a space for meetings, workshops, language lessons, and […]
Partner’s death transformed the life of this artist and father
Tamás Kaszás is an internationally known contemporary intermedia artist. He teaches at the University of Fine Arts and regularly exhibits abroad and in Hungary. His partner, also a visual artist, died 4 years ago, and since then he has had to take care of three boys alone. How does the family process the loss of […]
In Hungary, the government is doing its best to censor LGBTQi+ books
What happens when a book becomes dangerous to decision makers? In Hungary, in 2025, there’s no need to imagine, it’s the reality. This is the result of Hungary’s 2021 Child Protection Act, which prohibits the presentation of homosexual content to minors in the media, including television, films, advertisements and literature. As a result, buying a […]
In Milan, this Harry Potter sport gathers champions of inclusion
Quadball is a new sport, born out of passion and inspired by the world of Harry Potter: it’s played on the ground, with brooms between the legs, balls, and rules that mix elements of rugby, dodgeball, and handball. In 2022, the sport officially changed its name worldwide, taking a clear distance from J.K. Rowling’s views […]
The technology of sustainable living: living in a yurt
Balázs Tőgyi and his family moved from the hustle and bustle of city life to a yurt without utilities, on a vineyard hill in the Balaton Uplands in Hungary eight years ago. Their life is a conscious experiment in how to live in harmony with nature – not by rejecting technology, but by using it […]
Plastic pollution is out of control. What are we doing about it?
On average, we consume about 5g worth of microplastic a week. That’s the same as eating a credit card. We’ve all heard it: microplastic is everywhere, from ocean depths to human placenta. But what now? With the help of our guest expert, Enzo Favoino, Chair of the Scientific Committee of Zero Waste Europe, we talk […]
The Man Who Collects Dolls: a deeper meaning behind Barbie
Meet Stratos Bacalis, a designer whose lifelong passion for fashion dolls has grown into a collection of over 300 pieces. For him, Barbie dolls are more than just toys, they tell deeper stories about culture, design, and the evolution of women’s role in society. @Popagandagr is a Sphera Network member and this story is part […]
In Greece, climate change’s effects on the country’s economy are undeniable
As wildfires scorch forests and floods sweep through towns, Greece finds itself at the frontline of Europe’s climate crisis. In this video, locals in Athens share their daily struggles and climate activist and politician Petros S. Kokkalis explains how rapidly rising temperatures are reshaping Greece’s economy and society. For most countries in Europe, not just […]
Small gestures to make a big difference: the story of Velia, a volunteer helping refugees in Rome
In Rome, amid moonlit walks and community picnics, local activists are on a mission to strengthen the country’s solidarity with refugees. This short documentary follows Velia, a volunteer working with Refugees Welcome in the Italian capital, who’s convinced that small gestures can make a big difference. This is the first video in @elsaltotv ‘s series […]
