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AHEPA Marks Somber 49th Anniversary of Invasion, Occupation of the Republic of Cyprus
Nearing a Half Century of Occupation is Inconceivable Supreme President Jimmy Kokotas has issued a statement on the 49th anniversary of the illegal invasion of the Republic of Cyprus by Turkey that occurred July 20, 1974 and subsequent ongoing illegal occupation: “Today we observe a dark day–the 49th anniversary of the illegal invasion and occupation of the Republic of Cyprus, a

2023 Athletics Honorees Announced
The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (“AHEPA”) will honor outstanding current and former athletes and

Journey to Greece Program in Full Swing!
Students participating in the AHEPA Journey to Greece program are having a fantastic time during

AHEPA Family Takes Its Message to Capitol Hill
After a three-year hiatus, we did not lose a step as we hosted a successful Capitol

AHEPA Presents Cardin with 2023 Pericles Award
AHEPA presented U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) with the 2023 AHEPA Pericles Award during last
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Founded in 1922
Founded in 1922 in Atlanta, Georgia, on the principles that undergirded its fight for civil rights and against discrimination, bigotry, and hatred felt at the hands of the Ku Klux Klan, AHEPA is the largest and oldest grassroots association of American citizens of Greek heritage and Philhellenes with more than 400 chapters across the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Our Mission
To promote the ancient Hellenic ideals of education, philanthropy, civic responsibility, family and individual excellence through community service and volunteerism.
What is Hel•len•ism?
originating from Έλλην (Éllēn, “a Greek”)
The emulation of ancient Greek culture, civilization, principles and ideals, including humanism, reason, the pursuit of knowledge, the arts, moderation and civic responsibility.
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