Greek Consul General in Sydney meets with youth from Diaspora Symposium

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The Consul General of Greece in Sydney, Ioannis Mallikourtis, recently hosted a meeting with participants from the 1st Greek Youth Diaspora Symposium which took place in Athens, Greece on 27–28 November 2024.

During the meeting, the young participants aged 18–25 shared their enthusiasm for the Symposium and their memorable experiences in Greece.

The two-day Symposium, titled “Diaspora Dialogues: Connecting Young Voices around the World,” was organised by the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs as part of the Strategic Plan for the Greek Diaspora 2024-2027.

The initiative provided a unique opportunity for participants to connect with their Greek heritage, engage in cultural exchanges, and form lasting friendships with peers from around the globe.

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