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Starfish Foundation, a NGO from Lesvos and the NGO Solidaritetsforeningen Sjøstjerne from Norway cooperated for the project “Open Bike” on Lesvos, Greece. The aim was to promote urban cycling and general knowledge around the usage and maintenance of bicycles, engaging refugees and the local population. A volunteer trained bike mechanic from Norway completed a short-term internship and he was responsible for the multiple activities, such as workshops and bike classes, in order to strengthen the relationships between CSOs and other partners working in the bicycle sector, i.e. Lesvos Bicycle Club
Summary of the results
The bilateral initiative aimed at strengthening the partnership between the Starfish Foundation on Lesvos and Solidaritetsforeningen Sjøstjerne in Norway. The project, "Open Bike," focused on promoting urban cycling and enhancing knowledge of bicycle usage and maintenance. A trained bike mechanic from Sjøstjerne volunteered in Lesvos, sharing expertise to strengthen local skills in a sustainable way. The initiative also fostered connections between refugees, the local community, and civil society organizations, further supporting the project''s goals.