Akademos Society is a registered charity organisation based in Australia. It is run by a group of volunteers who work with local partner organisations in Afghanistan & Pakistan.
Our objective is to enable disadvantaged students to realise their full academic potential through provision of financial grants, scholarships, academic assistance, and other educational and learning opportunities. Our programs enable disadvantaged yet academically talented students to pursue their educational aspirations.
Over more than a decade, our programs have supported hundreds of school, college and university students to complete their education.
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Why the Akademos name? Akademos or Academus is an Attic Hero in Greek Mythology. He is said to have saved the city of Athens from destruction. In his honor, his land was revered by the citizens of Athens and later called Academia. It was here that Plato gave his lectures which linked the land to his Academy, and subsequently to education and knowledge1. Our organisation is named Akademos because it soundly encapsulates our values and aspirations. Akademos Society believes that in the struggle for peace no medium is mightier than education. We believe, educating the youth is one of the most effective ways of providing a sustainable and prosperous future for the community. By prioritizing education, Akademos Society is not just investing in individuals, but also in the future of entire communities. This commitment to learning is a powerful tool for fostering peace and sustainable development.
1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academus
