The Vamvakinou family at the Greek port of Piraeus in 1963 (supplied Source: The Vamvakinou family at the Greek port of Piraeus in 1963 (supplied
Who are we and where do we come from? Our series looks at this multicultural nation, and what it means to be Australian today. Early exposure to multiculturalism was a defining influence in the life of Federal Labor M-P Maria Vamvakinou. Her experiences of migration in the 1960s had a profound impact, inspiring a passion for migrant communities that remains a driving force in her political career.
Who are we and where do we come from? Our series looks at this multicultural nation, and what it means to be Australian today. Early exposure to multiculturalism was a defining influence in the life of Federal Labor M-P Maria Vamvakinou. Her experiences of migration in the 1960s had a profound impact, inspiring a passion for migrant communities that remains a driving force in her political career.