Multiple Greek organisations across Australia have made public statements strongly condemning Turkey’s recent decision to reinstate World Heritage listed cultural icon, Hagia Sophia, back into a mosque.
Below is a list of associations that have released statements on the matter:
The Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne & Victoria:
Read full statement in English: HERE
President of the Community, Bill Papastergiadis, has also recently sent a letter to the respective Prime Ministers of Greece and Australia outlining their position on Turkey’s decision.
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia:
Read full statement in English and Greek: HERE
Cretan Federation of Australia & New Zealand:
Greek Community of Canberra:
Read full statement in English: HERE
Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia:
Read full statement in English: HERE.
Greek Orthodox Community of NSW:
Read the full statement in Greek: HERE.