Greek village fights population decline, attracting new families with community support.

Fourna, a village in central Greece, is combating demographic decline through a community initiative led by a local priest and schoolteacher. The project aims to attract new families, with two already moving in and five more on a 2025 waitlist. The village, facing a shrinking population, raises funds to support newcomers, drawing national attention and inspiring other areas to consider similar programs.

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