The Athenian Association of NSW announced the winners of the Athenian Hellenic Achievement Award for 2020 and 2021 that were not received last year due to the COVID-19 restrictions.
For 2020 the Athenian Association has chosen Dr Panagiotis Diamandis, current Secretary of AHEPA NSW for his long-standing contribution as a Historian of Greek immigration to Australia, documenting the stories that have shaped the community.
The 2021 award will be presented to Mr Harry Danalis, President of the Greek Orthodox Community of NSW (GOC). Mr Danalis has a made significant contribution to the Greek Community over many years in his role as President of GOC.
“The Athenian Hellenic Achievement Award recognises those individuals and organisations making a positive contribution to Hellenic culture, language and the community from the Diaspora and from the wider community within Australia,” President Cathy Valis said.
“The Award celebrates achievement and contribution in continuing the Greek culture, language and community engagement of future Australian Greek generations. It is important that we recognise such people and admire those brave enough to create a difference.” she continued, adding that the Association seeks nominations from the community beginning in April each year.
Greece is well recognised as having laid the foundations of western civilisation that the world lives by today. The golden age of classical Athens delivered lasting contributions in the Arts, Medicine, Law, Politics, Education, Language and the Sciences.
The Awards will be presented at the annual Athenian Association Lunch to be held at The Grand Roxy, at Brighton Le Sands on 5 June 2022.
For additional information about the the Athenian Association Hellenic Achievement Awards or the Annual Lunch, membership, sponsorship or tickets for the lunch on 5 June call Mrs Cathy Valis on 0412 143 123 or Mr James Tsolakis, Secretary and Convenor on 0416 060 700. Additionally email: atheniansydnsw@gmail.com