Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences

The “Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences” (IAKE) is a non-profit scientific association whose main purpose is the academic, theoretical, practical study and research in the fields of humanities, political and social sciences. It operates on the basis of volunteering and solidarity, with the aim of raising awareness and motivation of its members, society, educators and citizens to promote, advance, cultivate the humanities and social sciences.

The Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences is based in the island of Crete and more specifically in Heraklion, a city great in natural beauty, magnificent tourist attractions and ancient treasures. Heraklion, also, stands out for its outstanding gastromony and its authentic traditional life. The notable cultural festivities derive from the renowned Ancient Minoan Civilization and are linked to modern times.

The aims of the Institute are:

• The development, implementation and dissemination of innovative practices, related to the sciences supported by the Institute, at local, national and supranational level
• The provision of opportunities for education, training and acquisition of work experience in lifelong learning and adult education structures at national and European level
• The development and dissemination of distance learning practices through the implementation and use of new technologies and networks
• The organization of educational activities in collaboration with specialists, universities, formal, non-formal and informal education institutions in Greece and abroad, as well as other non-profit institutions, research centers and agencies
• The design, implementation and evaluation of European education, training and professional development programs
• The cultivation, promotion, advancement and study of the language, history and culture of Greece, as well as the humanitarian, democratic,pedagogical and cultural values and principles of Europe