Melina Spathari, MA
Melina Spathari, MA, is a senior communications manager at the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Initiative (CAMHI) in Greece. In this role, she leads the development and execution of strategic communications initiatives aimed at enhancing public awareness and understanding of child and adolescent mental health issues.
With over 30 years of experience in communications, advocacy, and journalism, Spathari has cultivated a diverse skill set encompassing strategic communications, advocacy campaigns, content creation, and team leadership. At organizations such as Terre des hommes and Doctors Without Borders, she has crafted strategic messaging, managed publications, and led cross-functional teams. She also has handled crisis communications and has expertise in managing digital platforms, multilingual content, and analytics. Her advocacy work includes representing organizations at the European Parliament for policy changes on critical issues such as refugee rights, access to healthcare, and child protection.
Education
- ΜΑ, Spanish Translation and Translatology, National Kapodistrian University of Athens
- BA, French Language and Literature, National Kapodistrian University of Athen
