The Open Societies - Open Microphones project is implemented as part of the PLATO programme, with KEAN (Cell for Alternative Youth Activities) as the implementing body and OENEF (Association of Active Youths of Florina) as a partner. The programme "Protecting democracy, human rights, and the rule of law through an open civic space" (PLATO) aims to strengthen the protection of the fundamental rights and values of the EU and raise awareness by supporting Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Greece and Cyprus that are active in these areas, as well as by strengthening their knowledge, capacities, and sustainability. PLATO is co-funded by the European Union through the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) program, the Bodossaki Foundation, and the NGO Support Center, with a total grant of €3.1 million. PLATO is coordinated by the Bodossaki Foundation (Greece), in partnership with the NGO Support Center (Cyprus).