1st International Conference

“Violence Against Minors: Interpretative Approaches, Prevention and Interventions”

Athens, 2025

On April 4–5, 2025, Athens hosted the 1st International Conference entitled “Violence Against Minors: Interpretative Approaches, Prevention and Interventions”, a significant scientific event that highlighted the urgent need for interdisciplinary approaches and collaboration in addressing this critical social issue.

Venue

The conference took place at the Conference Center of the Ancient Olive Grove University Campus of the University of West Attica, offering a modern, functional, and well-equipped environment for knowledge exchange and professional dialogue.

Co-Organizers of the Conference

The conference was the result of a strong collaboration among the following organizations:

• Society for the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents (EPsYPE)

• Laboratory of Counseling, Psychosocial Support and Community Interventions (ESYPSYKOP)
  Department of Social Work, University of West Attica

• Institute of Child Health (IYP)

• National Centre for Social Solidarity (EKKA)

• ELIZA Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse

Invited Speakers

The conference hosted distinguished speakers from Greece and abroad, including:

• Panagiotis Voutyrakos, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

• Andreas Jud, Professor of Epidemiology of Child Maltreatment, Ulm University, Germany

• Olga Ch. Themeli, Professor of Criminological Psychology, University of Crete

• Chryssa Grylli, Pediatrician and Child Abuse Specialist, Medical University of Vienna

• Eva Alisic, Professor of Child Trauma and Recovery, University of Melbourne

Thematic Areas

Participants attended lectures and workshops focusing on:

• Interpretative approaches to violence against minors

• Prevention strategies and intervention models

• Policies and practices for child protection

• Interdisciplinary collaboration and best practices

Our Contribution to the 1st International Conference

“Violence Against Minors”

Diazoma Conference & Event Management undertook the full organization of the conference in Athens, ensuring its seamless execution and a high-quality experience for all participants.

Our long-standing expertise in conference organization in Greece was once again confirmed, further strengthening our position in the field of professional scientific events.

Services Provided by Diazoma Conference & Event Management

• Venue sourcing based on the specific requirements of the conference

• On-site signage and room layout planning within the conference venue

• Design of coffee break and lunch menus, addressing all dietary restrictions and preferences, in coordination with the catering provider

• Collaboration with a specialized company for live streaming throughout the conference

• Management of both online and on-site registrations

• Collection and management of abstracts through Diazoma’s online submission system

• Full development of the conference scientific program

• Complete financial and organizational management

• Full secretarial and administrative support throughout the conference

Conferences in Athens: Scientific Conference on Aquaculture with the signature of Diazoma Conferences & Events

Athens continues to emerge as a leading conference destination in Greece, hosting high-level scientific events. A typical example is the 1st International Scientific Conference on Aquaculture, which took place May 16-18, 2025 at the Amalia Hotel, organized by Diazoma Conferences & Events.

With a central focus on scientific documentation and practical application in modern aquaculture production, the conference gathered scientists, students and technical staff from all over Greece. Athens was the ideal meeting point, facilitating the participation of professionals from different regions and strengthening its role as the epicenter of the scientific community.

An open communication channel for aquaculture

The main objective of the conference was to create a single space for scientific dialogue, where all parties involved in the aquaculture sector were able to:

• exchange knowledge, experiences and innovative ideas,

• express concerns,

• be informed about the latest developments in the production process.

This approach enhances the development of the sector and promotes scientific collaboration and the connection between theory and practice.

Diazoma Conferences & Events as an organizer

Diazoma Conferences & Events, with significant experience in organizing conferences throughout Greece, undertook the coordination and curation of the conference, ensuring:

• perfect organization,

• high level of presentations,

• infrastructures that highlight Athens as an ideal destination for conferences.

Athens at the forefront of scientific conferences

The conference confirms once again that Athens can offer ideal conditions for hosting conferences, with:

• modern hotel units, such as the Amalia Hotel,

• easy access and transportation,

• a cultural background that inspires creativity and knowledge.

If you are active in the field of scientific conferences in Athens, the successful organization of the Aquaculture Conference is an excellent example of utilizing the city’s potential. The capital of Greece remains firmly in the spotlight as a meeting point for science, collaboration and innovation.

1st International Conference “Violence against Minors. Interpretive Approaches, Prevention and Interventions”
Athens 2025

On April 4th and 5th of 2025, Athens hosted the 1st International Conference of “Violence against Minors. Interpretive Approaches, Prevention and Interventions”, an important event that highlighted the need for an interdisciplinary approach and collaboration on such a critical social issue.

Venue

The conference was held at the Conference Center of the Ancient Olive Grove Campus of the University of West Attica, offering a modern and functional space for the exchange of knowledge and experiences.

Co-organizers of  “Violence against Minors”

The event was the fruit of collaboration between important organizations:

• Society for the Mental Health of Children and Adolescents (S.P.S.Y.P.E.)

• Counseling, Psychosocial Support and Community Workshop Interventions (ESY.PSY.KOP)
  of the Department of Social Work of the University of West Attica

• Child Health Institute (I.Y.P.)

• National Center for Social Solidarity (EKKA)

• ELIZA Association (Society against Child Abuse)

Invited Speakers

The conference hosted distinguished speakers from Greece and abroad, such as:

• Panagiotis Voutyrakos, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

• Andreas Jud, Professor of Epidemiology of Child Abuse, University of Ulm, Germany

• Olga Ch. Themeli, Professor of Forensic Psychology, University of Crete

• Chryssa Grylli, Pediatrician and Child Abuse Specialist, Vienna Medical School

• Eva Alisic, Professor of Child Trauma and Recovery, University of Melbourne

Thematic Modules

Participants had the opportunity to attend presentations and workshops focusing on:

• Interpretive approaches to violence against minors

• Prevention strategies and interventions

• Child Protection Policies and Practices

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Good Practices

Our Contribution to the 1st International Conference “Violence against Minors”

Diazoma Conferences & Events undertook the full organization of the conference in Athens, ensuring its smooth running and a successful experience for all participants. Our experience in organizing conferences in Greece was confirmed once again, strengthening our position in the field of professional events.

Services from Diazoma Conferences & Events

• Finding a venue with the specifications defined by the needs of the conference
• Marking and arrangement of the rooms at the conference venue
• Defining the coffee break and lunch break menus, in order to satisfy all dietary restrictions/preferences of the participants and coordinating with the collaborating catering company to satisfy these needs
• Cooperation with the appropriate company for live broadcasting throughout during the conference online
• Conducting not only online but also in-person registrations for the conference
• Collection of abstracts and more specifically in the online system of Diazoma Conferences & Events
• Complete creation of the conference program
• Complete financial and organizational management of the conference
• Full secretarial support throughout the conference

Title
30^th Panhellenic Congress of Academic Libraries

Scientific field
Library Science, Artificial Intelligence, Technology

Aim of the Conference
is to provide an opportunity for development in many important issues that concern the librarian community, provide innovative solutions and suggestions, as well as technological progress that supports research, education and teaching and additionally bring together and offer a meeting place for librarians and information scientists.

Organizer
The conference was organized by the Library and Information Center at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

Conference Chair
The chair of the 30^th Panhellenic Congress of Academic Libraries was Mr. Valsamis Valsamakis, who serves as the Head of the Library and Information Center at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

Date
23-25 October 2024

Conference Venue
Convention Center of War Museum of Athens (Amphitheater)
It is in the Peristeri area of Athens and is specifically:
✈️ 48 minutes by car from Athens International Airport.
⚓ 28 minutes by car from the Port of Piraeus.
Ideal for organizing conferences of up to 500 people.

Participation
The 30^th Panhellenic Congress of Academic Libraries was attended by 350 participants.

Program
30^th PALC PROGRAM

Services by Diazoma Conferences and Events

• Find the proper venue for the conference
• Website creation
• Signage for the rooms at the conference venue
• Plan the coffee break and lunch break menus to satisfy all dietary restrictions/preferences of the participants and coordinate with the catering partner to meet these needs
• Collaboration with the appropriate company for live streaming of the conference online
• Management of both online and in-person registrations for conference attendance
• Collection of abstracts through the online system of Diazoma Conference and Events
• Creation of the conference program
• Financial management
• Full secretarial support during the conference