Sistema Cyprus Wins the Pompidou Group Prevention Prize 2025

We are proud to announce that Sistema Cyprus has been selected as one of the three winners of the Pompidou Group Prevention Prize 2025, awarded by the Pompidou Group of the Council of Europe.

This prestigious European recognition honours projects that make a real difference in prevention and social inclusion. The international jury described Sistema Cyprus as “an inspiring and highly creative initiative” that uses music as a universal and therapeutic tool to create safe, inclusive, and empowering spaces for children and young people.

This award marks a significant milestone for our organisation and a great honour for Cyprus, placing our country among Europe’s leading examples of innovation, prevention, and the power of the arts for social change.

The official award ceremony will take place on 27 November 2025 in Strasbourg, during the Pompidou Group’s 19th Ministerial Conference, where European ministers will discuss future strategies in prevention and drug policy.

We dedicate this award to our students, teachers, families, supporters, and partners — to everyone who believes in the power of music to transform lives.