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Greek Independence Day Celebrated From flag-raising ceremonies, to marching in parades, to laying wreaths at memorial sites and Proclamation ceremonies at State Capitols, the AHEPA family celebrated the 198th Anniversary of Greek Independence over the weekend in the U.S., Canada, and of course, Greece.  We're proud to share a few highlights in our photo gallery. Hagia Sophia | Turkey Must Meet Its Commitment  In light of news reports that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for Hagia Sophia to be reconverted into a mosque, we are re-upping our 2016 statement calling for Turkey to meet its commitment to the World Heritage Convention, announced Supreme President George E. Loucas, who added AHEPA denounces President Erdogan's statement made on Sunday. From the archives: 2013 letter to UNESCO Civic Responsibility | Join Us for Capitol Hill Day | RSVP Deadline is Today! Walk the Halls of Congress and fulfill your civic responsibility with us at our annual 2019 Capitol Hill Day, Wed., April 10. Join us and fellow advocates from across the United States to educate members of Congress and their staffs on the public policy priorities of the AHEPA family and help grow the Congressional Hellenic Caucus. With more than 100 new members of Congress, there's plenty of work to do! RSVP by Wed., March 27. More details to come!   RSVP form | promo video | 2018 highlights Make Plans Today! | 2019 Supreme Convention Chicago will play host to the 97th AHEPA Family Supreme Convention, July 1 to 6, 2019. The Palmer House Hilton Hotel will be the venue.  Initial details, including hotel accommodations, can be found here. Secure the $159 plus tax per night room rate by making your reservation today!  Deadline Approaching for National Scholarship Applications The AHEPA National Educational Foundation has posted its application for its National Scholarship program. Deadline: to apply for a National Educational Foundation scholarship is March 31, 2019. (apply now) (promo video) Apply Today! | 2019 AHEPAcademy Session  Calling all high school juniors! Join a select group of Greek American students from across the country for AHEPAcademy, an interactive leadership and professional development program. The 2019 session will be held June 23 to 29 at George Mason University (located in northern Virginia suburbs of Washington, DC).  Program overview Extended Deadline: April 15, 2019 Share: AHEPAcademy promo video (via Facebook) Apply Today! Don't forget to follow AHEPA on social media:                                  NEW!

Join AHEPA Today! In Our Own Words. What AHEPA means to us. Join AHEPA Now Upcoming Events & Deadlines   March 31 | Greek Independence Day Parade, Tarpon Springs, Fla. 31 | Greek Independence Day Parade, Baltimore, Md. 31 | Deadline: National Educational Foundation Scholarship applications April  7 | Greek Independence Day Parade, Philadelphia 10 | AHEPA Family Capitol Hill Day, Washington, D.C. 14 | Greek Independence Day Parade, New York City 14 | Greek Independence Day Parade, Detroit 15 | Deadline: AHEPAcademy application May 1 | Deadline: Summer 2019 issue of The Ahepan   (submit here)  Greek American News Digest   Editor's Note: Editorials, commentaries, opinion pieces, and articles are shared for information purposes only and do not necessarily reflect the views or policy positions of the Order of AHEPA, its affiliated organizations, and members.     President Pavlopoulos: 'We must defend freedom against populism and racism' ANA-MPA (March 25) President of the Hellenic Republic Prokopios Pavlopoulos on Monday observed the military parade held in the centre of Athens for the March 25 national holiday, the anniversary of Greece's 1821 War of Independence against Ottoman rule, from the officials' stand in Syntagma Square outside Parliament.  read more Archbishop Stylianos of Australia Has Passed Away The National Herald (March 25)   Archbishop Stylianos of Australia passed away on Monday, March 25 at the age of 83, after a battle with cancer. Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew learned of Stylianos's death while officiating during the Divine Liturgy at the Annunciation church in Vafeohorion in Constantinople. At the end of Liturgy, he offered a Memorial Trisagion for the repose of the soul of Archbishop Stylianos.  read more Secretary of State Mike Pompeo Visits Church of Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem The Pappas Post (March 24) U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo visited the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, believed to be by Christians, the spot Jesus Christ resurrected.  read more Astir Palace Vouliagmeni: A star is reborn Ekathimerini (March 21) The time for the Astir Palace in Vouliagmeni to shine again is almost upon us. The landmark resort on the Athens Riviera, now owned by AGC Equity Partners and operated by Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, is set to reopen on March 29 following an extensive overhaul.  read more Greece Is The Best Stock Market In Europe In 2019 Forbes (March 23) Greece's stock market is leading a rebound in European stocks so far in 2019.  read more 3 years on, what's become of the EU-Turkey migration deal? Associated Press (March 20) In March 2016, European governments breathed a sigh of relief as the European Union reached a deal with Turkey designed to stop hundreds of thousands of refugees and migrants heading into the heart of Europe. For many of those who had fled war, hunger and poverty hoping for a bright future on the continent, the deal shattered their dreams.  read more Greek Athletes Return Triumphant From Abu Dhabi Special Olympics Greek Reporter (March 26) The 92-member team representing Greece at the Special Olympics held in Abu Dhabi last week returned to Greece on Monday full of pride, joy and emotion - and loaded down with 64 medals.  read more