Philanthropy Panel | Women of the Greek Diaspora Forum 2025 | Parliament House Canberra

The Embassy of Greece in Australia and The Hellenic Initiative Australia proudly present the Philanthropy Panel from the inaugural Women of the Greek Diaspora Forum, held at Parliament House in Canberra on 25 November 2025.

Moderated by Faye Spiteri OAM, Chief Executive Officer of Fronditha Care, this panel brought together Greek Australian women leading philanthropic organisations to discuss purpose-driven leadership, community care, and the role of philanthropy in creating lasting social impact.

Panel participants include:
● Vasiliki Antoniou, Founder and Chair, The Children’s Golden Angels
● Helen Mantzis, Director, Hellenic Museum
● Alexandra Vakitsidis OAM, Former President, Port Adelaide Philanthropic Society
● Stergitsa Zamagias-Hill, Chief Executive Officer, The Hellenic Initiative Australia

The discussion explored the power of collective action, values-led giving, and how Hellenic principles continue to guide philanthropic leadership across generations.

About the Women of the Greek Diaspora Forum
Presented by the Embassy of Greece in Australia in partnership with The Hellenic Initiative Australia, the Women of the Greek Diaspora Forum is a platform for recognition, collaboration, and dialogue. The Forum celebrates the contributions of Greek Australian women across Business, Philanthropy, Politics & Law, Health & Science, and Arts & Culture, while strengthening the connection between Greece and Australia.

About The Hellenic Initiative Australia
The Hellenic Initiative Australia (THI Australia) is a non-profit organisation mobilising the Greek
diaspora and philhellene community to support sustainable economic development and humanitarian initiatives that empower communities and strengthen long-term prosperity.

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