The Transformation of Political Participation in Greece at the Present Stage

The study examines the dynamics of political participation in Greece in the 21st century, focusing on both tradi-tional and non-traditional forms amid Greece’s unique political culture. This paper is relevant due to the declin-ing role of traditional political participation of citizens after the economic crisis of 2008, and the parallel growth of non-traditional forms of participation, which requires scientific analysis and reflection. The aim of the study is to provide a comprehensive examination of the transformation of political participation influenced by both ex-ternal and internal factors. It is emphasized that, despite the impact of overarching European trends, political participation in Greece is characterized by a distinctive amalgamation of historically established traditions, prin-ciples of compulsory voting, a crisis of confidence in political institutions, and a belated yet vigorous develop-ment of non-traditional forms of participation. Conclusion dwells upon the fact that this unique interplay of fac-tors not only shapes the current landscape of political participation in Greece but also presents significant im-plications for understanding the broader dynamics of civic engagement in contemporary democracies.