Nikos Androulakis, leader of the PASOK-Movement for Change, emphasized the importance of the Greek language as an integral part of Hellenic identity during a celebratory event of the Greek diaspora at the Stathakion Cultural Center in Astoria, New York. While attending the March 25th Greek Independence Day celebrations with the Greek expatriate community, he stressed that every child, grandchild, and great-grandchild of Greeks around the world must have the opportunity to learn the Greek language.

Reflecting on the historical significance of the anniversary, Androulakis highlighted that a small group of Greeks made the courageous decision to resist a mighty empire, a choice that turned them into heroes and secured our freedom. He underlined three key lessons from the Greek War of Independence: the global influence of Greek civilization, the necessity of unity as a prerequisite for success, and the language as a fundamental pillar of cultural continuity.

Describing language as the “DNA of Hellenism,” he underscored the need to preserve cultural identity among Greeks abroad. Learning Greek is not merely a tool for communication but a vital link to historical heritage and the values that have shaped Greek culture. Ensuring that future generations of the diaspora maintain a connection to their linguistic and cultural roots is not just a matter of personal choice but a collective responsibility of the Hellenic nation.

(amna.gr)