Professor Andreas Evdokiou steps down after a decade leading Cyprus Community of SA

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The Cyprus Community of South Australia has farewelled its long-serving President, Professor Andreas Evdokiou, who formally stepped down from his role this week after ten years of transformative leadership.

Prof. Evdokiou, a respected academic and community advocate, has been widely credited with strengthening the Community’s foundations, overseeing major growth in cultural programming, infrastructure development, and financial stability.

In a heartfelt farewell message, he wrote: “Serving our community has been one of the greatest honours of my life.”

Under his leadership, the Community launched the inaugural Cyprus Festival, now a flagship cultural event in SA drawing thousands each year. He also helped secure vital government funding, led the Community to debt-free status, and expanded intergenerational programs with a focus on youth engagement and cultural continuity.

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Andreas and the Cyprus Festival volunteers.

Prof. Evdokiou was known for his hands-on approach, often working behind the scenes at events — flipping souvlakia, lifting tables, and engaging volunteers with humility and warmth.

Born in Cyprus and shaped by the trauma of the 1974 Turkish invasion, he built a new life in Australia and dedicated it to honouring his roots.

In his farewell message, he reflected: “This decision to step down did not come lightly. But it comes from a place of honesty, reflection, and a belief that leadership sometimes means knowing when to step aside.”

“My hope is that this moment will inspire important conversations about where we are going as a community, and how we continue to preserve not just our traditions, but the integrity and courage that built this community,” he added.

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Andreas with Cypriot Ministers (right) and the SEKA NSW co-President Miranda Adamou (right).

The outgoing President concluded with a message of unity and hope: “Though I step away from the role, I remain, as ever, a proud member of this community, hopeful, grateful, and committed to seeing it flourish for generations to come.”

The Community has expressed deep gratitude for his service and noted that his legacy of vision, humility, and resilience will continue to inspire future leadership.

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