Onassis Humanities Impact Program (HIP)
Humanities for all
In 2018 the Onassis Humanities Impact Program is launched, which aims to familiarize the broader audience of the US with the Greek culture and the humanities.
The program brings out the values of accessibility, historical relevance, innovation, interaction and social justice
Accessibility, so that more people will get to know the Greek culture, independently of their educational background.
Historical relevance, so that the contribution of Greece to the humanities is set against the necessary historical context.
Innovation, emphasizing the link of the Greek culture to science, professional areas and digital platforms.
Interactions, since the past is the filter through which we can explore, evaluate and promote the changes in the present.
Social justice, so that all citizens realize their possibilities and have equal opportunities.
For those reasons, the people responsible for the Program work in order to link the Humanities with sciences, technology and the job market.