Dr. VICKY BAFATAKI INDUCTED AS A GLSA HONORARY MEMBER
Greece 23.03.2021. The Greek Lifesaving Sports Association (GLSA) proudly announces, retrospectively due to the covid-19 world pandemic, the induction of Dr. Vicky Bafataki from Greece as an Honorary Member.
Dr Vicky Bafataki said about her induction: "GLSA was founded to enhance aquatic injury prevention through
lifesaving sport in Greece. Led by Stathis and Eleftheria who lost 3 relatives
at sea, GLSA gains the respect way beyond its homeland. I am honoured to be
associated with those who gave birth to lifesaving sport in the country that
gave birth to the Olympic Games, especially because we dream to see lifesaving
in the Olympics one day. I hope that the world lifesaving authority will allow
them to bring Greek athletes at the international championships."
Dr. Bafataki holds degrees and masters in Βizantine
Archeology, Cultural Communication and Media, Administration of Cultural Units,
Bioethics, a PhD in Social Sciences and Culture Finances whereas she is
currently doing another PD on Medicine. In 2005, she participated in the
International Giuseppe Sciacca Awards competition for new researchers in the
"communications" category. She won among 362 young scientists. She
has volunteered in large scale projects for social solidarity and civil
heritage. In 2006, she became Member of the Presidential Committee and
Secretary General of the International Giuseppe Sciacca Awards in 2012 (www.premiosciacca.it). She is General Director of the International Institute of Law, Finances
and Social Studies (Rome) and Member of the Scientific
Committee. She taught literature in Lyceums, in Police Academy,
public and private vocational institutions. She has worked as Journalist
and TV presenter. She is Vice President of the Scientific Union of Panteion
University "Aristotle". Dr. Bafataki has supported or (co)organized
numerous lifesaving sport and drowning prevention activities in Greece as
Giuseppe Sciacca Secretary General and Ambassador of lifesaving sport (EOYDA). Her
accolades include Dama de Merito de Honor (Knights Order of Emperor Konstantin,
Spain 2010); Social and Voluntary Humanity Services Award (Abidjan, 2010); World
Giuseppe Sciacca Award for New Scientists in Media and Journalism (Vatican
2005); Honorary Plaque for Education and Culture (Camerino University,
Italy 2005); Global Italian Culture Ambassador (Università per Stranieri
di Perugia, Italy 2006). She is the Vice President of Friendship among
Nations.
GLSA President, Dr. Stathis Avramidis said: "GLSA was founded on 4-2-2020. Since then it became the home of lifesaving sport in Greece and a respected organization with national origin and international impact. The words are futile to describe the feelings and the quality of the connection and collaboration she develops with everyone who is lucky enough to be associated with with Dr. Bafataki. Vicky is a woman that mixes in a unique way the old and the modern, art, volunteering, science and family. She is a remarkable creature and yet a down to Earth, modest fighter in the service of mankind. She is a role model in many aspects of life."
The Greek Lifesaving Sports Association is a non-profit organization registered at the First Court of Athens and the only licensed organization by the Ministry of Sports - General Secretariat of Sports to operate lifesaving sport as recreation in Greece. It has Supporters, Honorary, Individual and Clubs Members in 27 countries. To celebrate the 200 years of Greek Independence (1821-2021), GLSA offers free membership opportunities. If you are an Individual, Club or Organization, click here to become part of our growing family. We will review your application and send you a Membership Certificate.
