Ioanna-Maria Gkertsou

Ioanna-Maria Gkertsou is the president of the Greek School for Guide Dogs for the Blind, 'Lara'. A passionate advocate for the rights of visually impaired individuals, she has faced numerous challenges, including discrimination from taxi drivers and bus operators. Her efforts are focused on improving accessibility for people with visual impairments and promoting the use of guide dogs. Gkertsou has been vocal about the importance of understanding and accommodating those who require assistance, and she plays a key role in initiatives aimed at integrating guide dogs into public transportation.