Maria Sina, a blind student with a perfect 20 GPA, proudly raised the Greek flag at Katerini's liberation day parade, representing her school and inspiring the nation. Her story highlights themes of overcoming adversity, inclusion, and the importance of friendship and pursuing one's dreams.
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Kaizen Gaming, a leading Greek GameTech company, has secured a spot on Fortune's list of the "100 Best Companies to Work For™" in Europe for 2024, achieving this recognition for the second consecutive year. The award, conferred by Great Place to Work in partnership with Fortune Europe, highlights Kaizen Gaming’s commitment to fostering a positive work environment based on employee feedback from over 2,700 staff across 17 countries.
The Victorian Multicultural Gala Dinner, held in Geelong for the first time, brought together over 500 attendees from 100 different nationalities, including members of the Greek-Australian community. The event celebrated diversity and featured significant announcements, such as a government initiative to name over 6,000 roads and parks after individuals from multicultural backgrounds, underscoring the importance of social cohesion in Victoria.
The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games has ignited a fierce debate, with notable figures including former US President Donald Trump and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew voicing strong disapproval. The event's portrayal of controversial themes has been met with sharp criticism, especially from Christian communities. In response, Paris 2024 organizers and directors defended their intentions, emphasizing a message of inclusivity and community.
Greek basketball superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is set to make history at the Paris Olympics. Not only will he be competing for his adopted nation, but he will also be the first black athlete to carry the Greek flag during the opening ceremony on July 26th. This achievement is particularly significant given Antetokounmpo's remarkable journey. Born to Nigerian immigrants, he spent the first 18 years of his life effectively stateless, facing limitations due to a lack of official documentation. Despite these hardships, his talent and perseverance eventually led him to Greek citizenship and a stellar NBA career, culminating in an NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks.
THESSALONIKI, Greece: Over 15,000 people turned out in Thessaloniki on Saturday for the city's EuroPride…
In addition to the distinguished guests and speeches, the significant Greek presence at ECCV's 50th Anniversary celebration at Parliament House on Monday, June 3rd, deserves special mention. With special guest George Papadopoulos AM, a co-founder of ECCV, and Voula Messimeri AM as the Master of Ceremonies, the event saw a rich representation of Greek influence. George Papadopoulos, recognized for his pivotal role in multicultural policy development and founding of ECCV, exemplifies the deep ties between the Greek community and ECCV's mission. Voula Messimeri's longstanding commitment, as demonstrated through her leadership at the Australian Greek Welfare Organisation (now PRONIA) and her recent Life Membership at ECCV, further underscores the enduring Greek influence within ECCV.
Jordan Gogos, a Greek-Australian multidisciplinary artist based in Sydney, is renowned for his inventive designs and artistic partnerships. After debuting his eponymous label, Iordanes Spyridon Gogos, at AAFW 2021, Gogos continues to challenge conventions and redefine fashion norms with his visionary approach, showcased once more at AAFW 2024.
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Greece has been named in the Lonely Planet's 'Best in Travel 2021' list.