ADM's Australian chapter celebrates 44 years of political advocacy

The Assyrian Democratic Movement (ADM)-Australia celebrated it's 44th year since its foundation. The celebration was attended by federal, state and local politicians as well as hundreds of Assyrian community members in Sydney

Federal and state MPs and Fairfield City councillors met with ADM-Australian Chapter president, Immanuel Sada. Credit: ADM

Founded in 1979, the ADM aims to represent the Assyrian people in Iraq and advocate for their rights.

The ADM has played a significant role in the political and social life of Assyrians in Iraq and the diaspora.

Fairfield Mayor, Frank Carbone, and state MP, Hugh McDermott, delivering their speeches. Credit: ADM

A celebration evening was attended by several notable individuals, including Fairfield Mayor, Frank Carbone; the federal member for Fowler, Dai Le; state member for Prospect, Dr Hugh McDermott; and the President of the Assyrian Aid Society in Australia, Peter Esho, among others.

Celebrating the ADM's 44th anniversary. Credit: ADM

Many supporters of the ADM and representatives of various Assyrian organisations and political parties were present.

Fairfield City Council Mayor, Frank Carbone, received an award at the celebration event. Credit: ADM

At the event, awards were presented to members of the Assyrian community who had demonstrated a commitment to serving their community over the years.

ADM guest from the homeland, Hurmez Odisho, with ceremony MCs, Romrama Romel and Domer Albazi. Credit: ADM

These individuals were recognised for their contributions to various aspects of community life, such as cultural preservation, advocacy, medical service and the media.

The celebration of the foundation of the ADM coincided with the Easter and Assyrian new year festivities.

The event was an opportunity for members of the Assyrian community to come together and celebrate the accomplishments of the Assyrian Democratic Party.

SBS Assyrian would like to thank the organisers for presenting SBS Assyrian Executive Producer, Ninos Emmanuel, with an award for serving the community through SBS Assyrian Program.

Federal MP, Dai Le, presents SBS Assyrian Executive Producer, Ninos Emmanuel, with an award for community service. Credit: ADM

You can listen to more details of the evening by playing the podcast.