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A historic partnership is coming to light the path of Greek cultural heritage on the other side of the Atlantic.

The Foundation of the Hellenic World (FHW) and the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America are joining forces in an initiative that aspires to convey the essence of Hellenism and the Orthodox Christian tradition to the present day.Thus, they proceeded to conclude a historic Cooperation Agreement, which aims to highlight and preserve Greek culture and the Orthodox faith in the United States and beyond.

This specific partnership constitutes an essential bridge between Greece and the Greek-American community, an initiative that not only recognizes the value of our cultural and religious heritage, but also actively invests in its dissemination and strengthening. Through this collaboration, the IME, known for its use of innovative digital technologies in highlighting history, and the Archdiocese, a steadfast guardian of Orthodoxy in the American space, join forces to bring the Greek spirit closer to younger generations.

A collaboration with vision and perspective
It is a collaboration with vision and perspective, which includes a series of actions that aim not only to preserve cultural identity, but also to disseminate it to the global audience through modern technologies and multidimensional initiatives.

Among the key actions of the collaboration are:

• The creation of a pioneering digital repository, where valuable archival material, historical documents, photographs, testimonies and educational content will be collected, with the aim of free access and educational utilization by anyone interested
• The organization of exhibitions and cultural events, which will travel through physical and virtual spaces, connecting the public with the rich heritage of Hellenism and Orthodoxy.
• The development of educational programs for students and researchers, which will focus on teaching Greek history, language, art and religious tradition through interactive methods and modern media.
• The strengthening of the Greek-American community, offering the diaspora the opportunity to maintain and strengthen their relationship with their homeland, strengthening their cultural identity through events, conferences and joint actions.
• The creation of innovative digital museums, where visitors will be able to browse virtual representations of historical periods, discover important figures and events and experience Greek history in a completely new and interactive way.

The importance of this collaboration was clearly reflected in the meeting between His Eminence Archbishop of America Elpidophoros and Ms. Sofia Kounenaki Efraimoglou, Executive Vice President of the IME, where their shared commitment to work with dedication for the implementation of the goals of the Agreement was confirmed. More specifically, Ms. Sofia Kounenaki Efraimoglou pointed out that “this collaboration comes to illuminate the path of Greek cultural heritage on the other side of the Atlantic. It is not a simple cultural or educational initiative. It is an ambitious plan that embraces the past, present and future of Hellenism. It is an investment in knowledge, tradition and memory, a promise to future generations that their heritage will remain alive, vibrant and accessible.”

A path open for new generations
The Foundation of the Hellenic World and the Archdiocese of America are opening a new chapter in the cultural and religious connection between Greece and the United States, creating a legacy that will never fade. With the power of technology, education and faith, Hellenism continues its timeless journey, illuminating the future with its values ​​and ideals.