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THE MISSION of the AHEPA
FAMILY
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CIVIC
RESPONSIBILITY |
As Greek-Americans and Phil-Hellenes, it is our
civic responsibility to search for a just and peaceful resolution to
the crisis in Cyprus, peace in the Aegean and the protection of the
Ecumenical Patriarchate by creating an awareness of these issues to
the President of the United States, our representatives in Congress,
and diplomatic leaders worldwide. AHEPA, through its grassroots
network, is able to communicate this message in a resounding manner.
In fact. the ability to "mobilize" our network, of over 450 chapters
across the United States, Canada, and Greece truly makes us a unique
organization. AHEPA educates its members about these issues through
seminars and conferences. The Biennial AHEPA Congressional Banquet
honors members of Congress and those who helped the Greek-American
Community in these causes. Also, AHEPA keeps a watchful eye on our
members of Congress with our annual Congressional Report Card. It
grades our Congressmen on how they vote on important Greek-American
issues. Finally, voter registration campaigns throughout the country
are spearheaded by AHEPA.
In addition, it is our civic responsibility to provide affordable
housing to our senior citizens. The AHEPA National Housing
Corporation (ANHC) is dedicated to this most worthy cause. Over the
years, ANHC has been awarded over $330 million from the Department
of Housing and Urban Development. As of 1997, the total number of
senior housing complexes stands at 44, with 2,497 units complete,
and more in development. The facilities are managed under the
direction of the AHEPA Management Company, Inc. |
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