Strong message of unity, cooperation and recognition of the role of rector and the administrations of AEIthe Minister of Education wanted to give, Sofia Zacharakiaddressed earlier today, Friday, at the 109th Council of the Rectors, held under the chair of Panteion University. “With respect and collective effort, we will continue to build a Greek university that inspires, innovates and leads the future of our country. ” Ms. Zacharaki, underlining her “Absolute support of the Government to the Greek Public University and its recognition, as a foundation stone of progress, innovation and social cohesion».
The Minister presented to the Rector’s authorities, the basic aspects of the draft law of the Ministry of Education, which is already in public consultation, and also recorded their observations on certain provisions, which he said would consider very carefully, in view of the passage of the bill in the next few days.
As stated in the Ministry of Education’s briefing, at the meeting, priorities have been highlighted in which the Ministry already contributes significantly, such as the safeguarding of a safe and quality academic environment for all, the need to effectively interconnect education with the labor market, its funding and funding support for research and research support. Partnerships, English -speaking programs and joint programs, as well as enhancing student daily life by improving outbreaks, feeding and movement.
As Mrs. Zacharakis during her placement, the government of Kyriakos Mitsotakis, “It confirms its determination to continue to support Greek universities even more intensively and targeted, with strategic investment, institutional initiatives and open dialogue, to enhance their quality, competitiveness and contribution to society».
Particular emphasis was placed on the security and protection of the academic community, with the minister presenting the six axes of the new institutional framework, designed to shield academic freedom and safety of education and research. “I will not be an observer in situations, but I will do whatever it takes to implement the bill in practice. Our goal is to be helpful for you and certainly for our families and children“, He said.
«With enhanced disciplinary procedures, utilization of modern technologies and the creation of the National Observatory for Violence, we are aiming for a safe environment where learning and innovation will bloom unhindered“, He stressed.
He even referred to the obligation of the Rector’s authorities to submit security plans by the end of August, as a clear term even greater consolidation of the sense of security in university sites for the student and academic community. “Pure rules – clean responsibilities,” he said.
At the same time, Mrs. Zacharaki pointed out the need for ‘Student management fair management“, With arrangements for inactive students who, as he said,”On the one hand, they secure transparency for the first time and give second opportunities, while enhancing social justice and equality in the academic environment.».
In addition, the Minister of Education referred to the increase in funding to universities, stressing that from 2019 to the present day, the increase is around 28%, a percentage of more than € 130 million in regular funds, while reinforcing the student housing by 100%, with a 100%student, as well as the children of € 87 million. In addition, through the infrastructure, approximately EUR 590 million were allocated, while the NSRF has been approved by the NSRF 479 million euros and the recovery fund of approximately EUR 450 million, of which 132 million for equipment/digitization/innovation.
«Overall, for the period 2021-2025, the funding of Greek HEIs reaches 1.5 billion. euro, proving that the government is in practice reinforcing the public university through innovative actions that enhance the research potential and technological superiority of institutions“, Mrs. Zacharaki and added: ‘The Mitsotakis government does not leave the Greek universities on the sidelines, but puts them at the heart of the national strategy for development, extroversion and social cohesion. Our vision is a public university autonomous, contemporary, and competitive internationally, which combines academic excellence with social responsibility“, He said.
According to the minister, the Government’s overall strategy is complemented by the promotion of the internationalization of universities, the educational support of visitors to visitors and researchers, as well as the substantial link between academic quality research with the labor market, through innovative programs such as industrialist and industrialist programs.
At the points of the position of the distinguished minister, it was its reference to projects totaling 71.5m euros that have been included in the Public Investment Program from March 2025 to the present, as well as the utilization of 97 projects of research excellence, 62 projects, 23 of the agencies and researchers, Important Greece’s position on the international academic map.
He then made a special reference to recent ministerial decisions, which he signed herself and with which, through a comprehensive funding program and utilizing national and European resources, the building facilities are upgraded to several university institutions, and a special emphasis on 14 million euros.
«The need for decent student homes is non -negotiable and is also a clear personal bet for me. Here, too, the ministry, in cooperation with the Rector’s authorities, funded the upgrading of existing structures, but also for the creation of new ones, for the benefit of our students who belong to vulnerable social groups, “the minister said. It even left open the possibility, with the necessary guarantees from the private sector, to have an infrastructure upgrade program, such as “Marietta Giannakou.»For schools.
Sofia Zacharakis referring to the Rector’s authorities said: “Your mission as rectors is critical and is of particular emphasis, at a time when our country is called upon to use every advantage of knowledge, innovation and creativity. The Ministry of Education, in the context of its institutional responsibilities and with complete consistency, proceeds with the necessary initiatives and provides you with the necessary tools and the necessary resources. We give you the baton to this beautiful marathon” And he continued by sending a strong message of unity, cooperation and recognition of the role of the Rectors and the Administrations of HEIs: “You are the pillars of this large building. With respect and collective effort, we will continue to build a Greek university that inspires, innovates and leads the future of our country».
The minister responded to a number of issues raised by the Rectors, while on the issue of ASPAITE and its accession to the NCSR, assured that it would be implemented in the forthcoming bill of the Ministry of Education, which will be introduced in Parliament next September and concerning the Professional Education.
«The next day for Greek universities is already here: with extroversion, transparency, quality and ambition. We all have to support it – universities, universities, students and society – because the progress of higher education is progress for the whole country. “Ms. Zacharaki.
The Deputy Minister of Education, Religions and Sports, Nikos Papaioannou, who expressed the will of the ministry’s leadership for “TheGraceful and open dialogue with the academic community».
Mr. Papaioannou said: “The Ministry of Education is in and will continue to be in good cooperation with the institution of the Rectors of the Rectors and will continue to stand on the side of the universities, supporting any efforts that promotes excellence, innovation, public interest and overall reinforcement of the public university. Our cooperation is not just desirable; it is absolutely essential for the formation of a strong, modern and competitive university, worthy of the country’s potential and the expectations of the younger generation».