Members of the Mytilenian Brotherhood of Sydney and NSW are set to head to the polls this Sunday, April 19, as the long-awaited elections for a new Board of Directors take place following a five-year hiatus.
The vote is expected to draw strong participation from the community, with members given the opportunity to elect a new leadership team to guide the organisation into its next phase.
Candidates have been nominated across key executive roles, including president, vice president, secretary and treasurer, with members required to select one candidate for each position to ensure a valid vote.
Those contesting the presidency are Dimitris Barmakelis and Christine Gazepis Stavropoulos, while Gabriel Petreziklis and George Tserdanis are standing for vice president.
For the role of secretary, candidates include Vicky Gazilas, Peter Psomas and Maria Tryfon, while Symeon Gazilas and Tom Marangos are contesting the treasurer position.
Members will also vote for up to seven additional committee members from a broader list of candidates, with organisers reminding voters not to exceed this number for their ballot to be counted.
The elections mark a significant moment for the Brotherhood, with hopes the newly elected board – whether comprised of new or returning members – will strengthen the organisation’s future direction and address key areas in need of improvement.
Community leaders have also encouraged unity following the vote, stressing the importance of continued support for the Brotherhood’s work within the Greek Australian community, particularly in fostering a connection to Mytilenian heritage among younger generations.
