Greek women of the diaspora to be the focus of Melbourne seminar

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An interesting lecture entitled “Biculturalism, acculturation, and the Greek women of diaspora” will be presented by Eva Boleti, at the Greek Centre, on Thursday 14 March 2024, as part of the Greek History and Culture Seminars offered by the Greek Community of Melbourne.

Within the Greek households in Australia, the grandmother, “yiayia” in Greek, holds a profoundly influential position in nurturing and perpetuating cultural heritage and identity among subsequent generations. Their significance extends far beyond familial roles, as they serve as custodians of tradition and guardians of the collective memory of their community. Through their unwavering devotion and profound socio-emotional support, yiayiades create an environment where younger family members feel encouraged to explore and cherish their cultural legacy.

Beyond mere caretaking, yiayiades offer a sense of continuity and stability amidst the challenges of adapting to a new and often unfamiliar environment. Their presence not only preserves cultural practices but also imbues immigrant families with a profound sense of pride in their heritage. This pride serves as a resilient anchor, providing individuals and families with the choice of cultural assimilation and ensuring that their connection to their roots remains unyielding – if they wish to.

Eva Boleti in Western Australia.
Eva Boleti in Western Australia.

Eva is a graduate of French Philology of the Kapodistrian University of Athens. Later she completed two masters – one in Portugal, and one in Sydney. The first in culture and art studies, and the second in the secondary education part (specialising in Greek, French, English language, and culture studies). She is presently a PhD candidate in the field of Greek Culture at the University of Sydney and concurrently working as a high school teacher of Greek and French, while experimenting with clay and ceramic art – as a hobby.

When: Thursday 14 March 2024

Ώρα: 7:00 pm

Where: Mezzanine Level, The Greek Centre, 168 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

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