AHEPA marks 80th anniversary of Oxi Day

 

Vol. 14 Issue 43 | Wednesday, October 28, 2020

AHEPA E-News

AHEPA marks 80th anniversary of Oxi Day

Supreme President George G. Horiates issued a statement on the 80th anniversary of "Oxi Day" when Greece issued a defiant "No" to the fascism of the Axis powers, opting instead to say "Yes" to freedom on October 28, 1940. The Greeks successfully fought the Italian army, pushing the invaders back into Albania after one week. It would prove to be a costly military campaign for the Axis powers. read entire statement

Mavroyannis scholarship recipients announced

The AHEPA National Educational Foundation is proud to announce three recipients of the Constantine and Patricia Mavroyannis Scholarship for 2020. They are: Dimitrios Kosmopoulos, University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA); Georgios Palkanoglou, University of Guelph, Canada; and Maria Papageorgiou, University of Waterloo, Canada and the University of Patras, Greece. Each student will receive a $5,000 award to support doctoral research in physics for the 2020-2021 academic year. read the announcement

Past Supreme Governor Fotis mourned

AHEPA mourns the passing of Past Supreme Governor Frank P. Fotis, announced Supreme President George G. Horiates. Brother Fotis, 79, passed away October 20, 2020. He was a 52-year Life Member of Athens Chapter 24, Boston. "We are deeply saddened by the news of Brother Frank's passing," Supreme President Horiates said. "A tremendous asset to the community, Brother Frank was especially passionate about philanthropy, education, and service, important ideals that guide our mission. He strived to meet those ideals and principles to better our communities and make them stronger. His warm and kind demeanor also will be missed greatly. Our deepest sympathies are with the Fotis family. May his memory be eternal." obituary

The Ahepan is live!

The fall 2020 edition of The Ahepan is live! This jam-packed issue features coverage of "AHEPA Live! 2020," AHEPA-backed COVID-19 research, Hagia Sophia, and AHEPA's mobilization to address Turkey's provocations. And catch all the latest news from districts and chapters from across the AHEPA's global domain, AHEPA's Housing and National Educational Foundation programs!

AHEPA voter awareness materials

Since 1922, AHEPA has promoted good citizenship and civic responsibility through public service. November 3, 2020 is Election Day. Exercise the right to vote your conscience on issues affecting all of us as American Citizens and as members of the Hellenic American Community.   The most sacred right we have as citizens is the right to vote. Voting is the language with which democracy is spoken. In the spirit of civic responsibility, we are encouraging our chapters to advocate that community members go and cast their votes, volunteer to assist at your polling places, or perhaps help those individuals who may need a lift to the polls. As part of AHEPA's voter education effort, AHEPA released its 2020 Congressional Info-Card for the 116th Congress on the public policy priorities of the American Hellenic community. “Because the success of government depends on an engaged and educated citizenry, we are proud to provide the community with this helpful informational or educational tool,” Supreme President George G. Horiates said. “We encourage the community to utilize it and share it with family, friends, and colleagues.” read news release

Info-Card | U.S. House of Representatives Info-Card | U.S. Senate

Don't miss out! 100th anniversary member data project underway

AHEPA recently launched a comprehensive 100th Anniversary member data verification project, announced Supreme President George G. Horiates. "We are requesting all members of AHEPA to contact us for this important project and encourage you to be a part of the Centennial celebrations," Horiates said, adding that members should have received an email with detailed instruction this week. "We've assembled the information currently listed in our member files and now need your help to confirm the accuracy of your data and fill in any information gaps." Up-to-date member information is critical in helping AHEPA promote the ancient Hellenic ideals of education, philanthropy, civic responsibility, family and individual excellence through community service and volunteerism. That's why it's so important to call. Please call 1-888-827-6103 (toll-free) to take care of this important matter today.

Greece Is the Word in 2021 Athens Supreme Convention info released

AHEPA is preparing for the 99th AHEPA Family Supreme Convention to be held in Athens, Greece, July 25 to 31, 2021. The official convention hotel will be the Hotel Grande Bretagne. Greece will be celebrating the bicentennial of its independence in 2021 and the AHEPA family will be there to join in the celebration! See you there! learn more

AHEPA mobilizes against Turkey's provocations

In a September memo to organizational leaders, Supreme President George G. Horiates provided instruction for Ahepans to mobilize against Turkey's provocations. Turkey has escalated tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean to dangerous levels not seen since 1996 through violations of international norms and international and U.S. law, Horiates writes in the memo. "Turkey’s actions are not only illegal, but they are not in the best interests of the United States and place lives unnecessarily in harm’s way," Horiates states. The memo recaps actions taken by AHEPA to address Turkey's provocations and how Ahepans, and by extension, the community, can help going forward. "We stand ready to assist you with this most important mobilization to address this pressing matter that threatens NATO ally, Greece; strategic partner, Cyprus; and U.S. interests in the region, overall," Horiates concludes.

Mobilization Tool Kit

Memo to AHEPA Leaders Template Letter to Public Officials

Talking Points Boycott Turkey Info Sheet

AHEPA Emergency Relief Fund opened for natural disasters Hurricane Delta is the latest in a slew of storms to ravage the Gulf Coast

AHEPA has opened its Emergency Relief Fund to provide assistance to the victims of the wildfires that are devastating California and a slew of hurricanes and tropical storms, most recently, Hurricane Delta, announced Supreme President George G. Horiates (view video). “These natural disasters have caused widespread devastation affecting millions of people,” Supreme President Horiates said. “Our thoughts are prayers are with communities impacted by these natural disasters, and we must do our part to help and make an difference for those in need. We urge our AHEPA chapters, members, and supporters to provide assistance through our Emergency Relief Fund as we have done traditionally when natural disasters strike or most recently in response to COVID-19.” Supreme President Horiates has made the following appeal: Each chapter to donate a minimum $250 to the Emergency Relief Fund (a 501(c)3 donation), and For chapters and/or individuals to secure one (1) $500 donor from the community-at-large  AHEPA established the Emergency Fund 15 years ago. Since its inception more than $1 million has been donated from the fund to those affected by national disasters. read more | ICYMI AHEPA Housing donates $25K

Donate to the AHEPA Emergency Relief Fund

The Senate Must Act!

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Contact Senators and urge them to: Uphold American values and security interests.  Hold Turkey responsible for its actions. Urge Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to bring sanctions legislation to the Senate Floor. The House acted. Now the Senate must. Contact the US Senate Today! Take Action: Learn More!