Much-loved multicultural advocate Jack Passaris OAM passes away

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Much-loved multicultural advocate Jack Passaris OAM has passed away at the age of 88.

Mr Passaris was well-known for his strong passion for multiculturalism and for the development of a culturally diverse society. He also held multiple positions on not-for-profit boards and community organisations.

From 2003 to December 2020, Mr Passaris was Chair of Multicultural Care, later serving as a Director on the Board. He was also a board member of the Ethnic Communities’ Council of NSW (ECCNSW) and a Foundation and Life Member.

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(File photo from 2019) Jack Passaris (right) was a huge advocate for multiculturalism.

At Marrickville Council, Mr Passaris was a former Deputy Mayor. He served for 19 years as a Councillor.

He was President of the Greek Orthodox Parish of Newtown for 46 years, and also held numerous positions at the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia Consolidated Trust (former Treasurer), and Foundation for Hellenic Studies UNSW (Trustee).

In 2009, Mr Passaris received the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for his services to the community and his ongoing dedication to multiculturalism in Australia and community life. In 2014, he was awarded the Premier’s Lifetime Multicultural Community Service Medal.

Mr Passaris will be laid to rest on Friday, August 16 at the Greek Orthodox Parish of Newtown at 10.30am.

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