PRONIA has stressed they will continue to support the Federation of Greek Elderly Citizen Clubs of Melbourne and Victoria in an official statement following the chaotic events from last Friday.
The Federation held a meeting at PRONIA’s offices that went sideways with reports of a woman fainting, an ambulance being called, and alleged threats against Federation President John Kostoulias, who is said to have also sought police assistance.
The events led to PRONIA, according to Kostoulias, informing the Federation’s President that he is no longer welcome at its offices, where the Federation is based.
The incident sparked a wave of controversy, with letters and statements containing extraordinary claims reaching Neos Kosmos, as well as social media posts making serious accusations.
Sources form PRONIA had told Neos Kosmos that “Mr Kostoulias’ behaviour was unacceptable” and clarified that while the Federation remains welcome, its president is not.
The organisation has now issued a public statement on the situation, attributed to its Board and CEO Sylvia Hadjiantoniou, that says the following:
“On Friday, an incident occurred on our PRONIA premises that impacted on members of our team.
Since then, there have been various comments and articles published concerning PRONIA, and the Federation of the Greek Elderly.
PRONIA and the Federation share a long-standing history. PRONIA has consistently supported the Federation and the Greek community and remains dedicated to this commitment.
The Federation always remains welcome at PRONIA.
PRONIA will not be commenting further at this stage.”
