Hellenic Foundation for Culture to establish Centre in Melbourne
Posted by evdomada on January 28, 2008
Procedures are underway for the operation of a Hellenic Foundation for Culture (HFC) Centre in Melbourne, Australia, following a decision by the foundation’s board, which is chaired by Athens University former rector, Professor George Babiniotis.
The HFC Centre will be housed in the Hellenic Museum premises, located in downtown Melbourne, and all facilities used, namely, office spaces, conference rooms and exhibition hall, as well as the services offered by the La Trobe University’s National Centre for Hellenic Studies and Research (NCHSR) will be provided for free.
The Foundation’s objective is culturally oriented, directed at the Australian community with the purpose of projecting Greek culture elements through sophisticated events that will highlight the timeless quality of Greek culture and its contribution to the shaping of European culture.
The HFC falls under the authority of the Greek ministry of culture and operates in close cooperation with the foreign ministry, aspiring to promote the Greek culture in Europe, the United States and Australia.
According to HFC chairman Babiniotis, the foundation’s goal is to organize high level cultural events that will convey cultural messages to Australians regarding Greece, its history and contribution to the world. Future plans include the hosting of an exhibition with books referring to the work of Homer, whose writings constitute the oldest text of the European culture. Homer’s verses will be recited in the English language, performed by famous Australian actors, while a luxurious and impressive publication on Homer will also be available.
More related links:
The Hellenic Foundation for Culture
La Trobe University’s National Centre for Hellenic Studies and Research
Source: Athens News Agency/Macedonian Press Agency
