Centennial celebrations: Assyrians across the globe unite to honour 100 years in Greece

The modern history of the Assyrians in Greece dates back to the 1920s when the Assyrian Federation of Greece was formed. This organisation was officially recognised by the Greek state in 1934.

Yako Haweil (R) attended a lunch gathering in Greece during the festivities. Credit: Yako Haweil

In October 2023, the Assyrian community celebrated 100 years since its members arrived in Greece.

Many Assyrians from the USA, Europe and Australia gathered in Athens to celebrate this occasion.

Yaco Haweil is a prominent figure in the Assyrian community in Melbourne. He travelled to Greece to participate in this occasion organised by the Assyrian community in Athens and the Assyrian Church of the East.

Mr Haweil told SBS Assyrian about his trip and the Assyrians of Greece.