GCR aims to improve the system of providing international protection and the defense of human rights, through its participation in European programs and the implementation of projects financed by domestic or international public and private organizations..

The Greek Council for Refugees (GCR) is a Non- Governmental Organization, which has been active since 1989 in the field of asylum and human rights in Greece.

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GCR has developed and gathered educational material following the need for scientific documentation and research, informing, educating on broader rights issues, supporting and organizing scientific days, conferences and focused trainings.

The Greek Council for Refugees’ (GCR) legal unit provides legal assistance and counseling to those who come to the organization and are in need of international protection or belong to particularly vulnerable groups

The mission and vision of GCR’s social unit is to empower and enable the integration of asylum seekers and recognized refugees so they can achieve a sense of belonging and live with dignity.

First Reception and Interpretation Unit is responsible for receiving, registering and directing those serving in the Legal or Social Service of GCR, as appropriate.