The Philhellenism movement that developed in Europe in the 19th century was decisive for the development of the 1821 Revolution and the creation of the modern Greek state. Their ideals: Freedom, justice, a vision and a dream. Today a new movement has inspired people from all over the world to declare that they too are Greek (We are all Greeks). Has anyone wondered why? What is their aim?
Find out at the unique event titled Philhellenism: Then and Now which is an open discussion planned to take place on Sunday, May 20th on Aegina island. The event, which is being organized by the Aegina Active Citizens’ Association, is set to take place at the Aegina Folk Art Museum. Participants include Historian Thanos Veremis, Economist Thanos Contargyris, novelist/writer Pedro Olalla and coordinated by Professor in Communications at Panteio University Dimitris Potamianos. Through the introductory talks of the speakers and the contributions of the audience an attempt will be made to answer these questions.