Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation supports Access for All Festival
Guided by its advocacy of equality, inclusivity, and community engagement, Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation proudly supported the 4th Access for All Festival as a Gold Sponsor.
This year’s event featured a dynamic program of presentations, workshops, games, and social activities, bringing together individuals with disabilities, their families, advocacy organisations, policymakers, and the wider community. As part of its sponsorship, the Foundation also powered one of the festival’s most anticipated activities, the “Blind Run” couples’ competition, held on Saturday evening. The winners of this inclusive challenge received gift vouchers, personally handed over by Andrey Dashin during the award ceremony, provided by the Foundation.
During the opening ceremony, Andrey Dashin, Founder of Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation, delivered a speech highlighting the importance of inclusivity as a cornerstone of progress: “This festival embodies the values of inclusivity, equality, and respect for all members of our community. At Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation, we believe that philanthropy is about building bridges, opening doors, and helping create a more just and compassionate society. This festival is a powerful reminder that, together, we can inspire change that extends far beyond the festival grounds.”
The Access for All Festival has become one of Cyprus’s leading events promoting equal opportunities for people with disabilities. Serving as a platform for education, awareness, and dialogue, it challenges stereotypes, encourages collaboration, and advocates for systemic change in society. This year, the festival brought together 30 organisations and 70 professionals working with people with disabilities, as well as more than 200 people with disabilities, and over 1,500 passersby. It showcased more than 20 different workshops, activations, and performances, proving once again that when we unite as a community, we can break down barriers and create opportunities for all.
The day also highlighted the participation of students from the special unit of Laniteio Lyceum in Limassol, who contributed to the Little Odysseus workshop. Throughout the activity, they designed more than 60 imaginative bandanas, inspired by stories of pirates, dreams, planets, and everyday heroes. The workshop was filled with creativity, laughter, and inclusion, leaving a memorable impact on both the participants and the audience.
Since its establishment, Andrey & Julia Dashin’s Foundation has consistently supported initiatives that empower communities and create meaningful impact. Sponsoring the Access for All Festival aligns closely with the Foundation’s mission to promote social inclusion, support education, and foster equal opportunities across Cyprus.
The Foundation extends its heartfelt congratulations to the organisers, volunteers, and partners on the success of this year’s event and looks forward to continuing its support of initiatives that strengthen community values and drive positive change.