The Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia has reaffirmed its support of the Uluru Statement and the ‘Yes’ vote in the upcoming referendum for a First Nations Voice to Parliament.
By declaring their support, the GOCSA joins a plethora of other multicultural organisations in committing to the ‘Yes’ vote
GOCSA was one of over 100 organisations to sign the Joint Resolution of Multicultural Community Organisations, in backing the referendum.
President Peter Gardiakos says that Greeks, as migrants to this nation, recognise how important it is to have a voice.
“As a proud Australian with Greek heritage, I believe it is our responsibility to actively contribute to the creation of a more just and inclusive society for all, including honouring and supporting First Nations people. Supporting the First Nations Voice to Parliament is a crucial step towards recognition and reconciliation,” he said.
“The success of this referendum is the responsibility of all Australians regardless of faith or cultural and linguistic background. As migrants and descendants of migrants, we recognise the importance of having a voice in your community’s affairs and we stand with Indigenous Australians for the simple yet profound recognition they seek: a route to help inform policy decisions that impact their lives.
“By pledging our support for the Voice we join in with 120 multicultural organisations from across the country showing that we are here and ready to engage in this conversation in order to bring people together for the future of our nation.”
Twenty-three years ago, on its 70th anniversary, the GOSCA began a reflection, which resulted in the support of the reconciliation process with First Nations people, and recognising the past discrimination and exclusion.
In March, Neos Kosmos declared its support of the ‘Yes’ vote and called on the Greek community to follow in suit.
