On Sunday, to mark the first day of this year’s event, the Presidential Palace opened its doors to children with disabilites and special needs, as part of the many functions that will take place during the 3 day fund-raising charity event for these children. The children had the opportunity to talk and lunch with President Demetris Christofias and his wife Elsi, and seemed to completely enjoy the organised events which included dancing, singing, games and magic tricks.

In her welcoming speech, Mrs. Christofias said ‘’This year Radiomarathon celebrates 20 years of existence. While 20 years ago, this institution was trying to make people aware of the problems of people with special needs, today it is fighting for their full integration into society. Radiomarathon is now an all encompassing social institution which has been embraced with love by the whole of society. The people of Cyprus supported the event through all these years, giving generously’’.

The Radiomarathon will be holding special fund-raising events around Cyprus on Monday and Tuesday. There will be 53 kiosks operating in every town for donations, as well as 14 piggy-bank cars which will be on tour to collect money from villages.  During event there will also be marches, sport and other charity functions around Cyprus.