The Hellenic Initiative Australia (THI Australia) announces the establishment of THI Australia New Leaders, a professional network for driven individuals aged approximately 26 to 40. Mark Bouris AM joins as the inaugural Patron.
THI New Leaders Australia supports recovery and renewal in Greece through targeted philanthropy. The New Leaders network unites Greek Australians and philhellenes. Members commit to philanthropy and economic revitalization projects in Greece.
The network does more than connect professionals. It creates a lasting community that preserves Greek culture, values, and traditions. Members pass these elements to future generations while driving impact in Greece.
THI Australia President George M Kailis and the board drive this initiative. They build on THI Australia’s decade of work. The organization has committed over AU$2.5 million in grants to Greek partner charities since 2015. Programs cover health, social services, education, and employment.
Mark Bouris AM brings significant expertise. He founded Wizard Home Loans and serves as Executive Chairman of Yellow Brick Road. Bouris receives an appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia for service to finance, education, and charity. He actively supports Greek community causes.
Bouris states his pride runs deep. His father left Greece to build a better life in Australia. This heritage shapes his commitment to giving back.
Launch Event and Next Steps for THI
The official launch occurs on 7 October 2026. It features a special ‘In Conversation’ event with Mark Bouris AM. Details follow in the coming weeks.
THI Australia encourages interested professionals to contact the organisation for more information about joining New Leaders. This network expands THI’s global model. Similar New Leaders groups operate internationally and focus on diaspora engagement for Greece.
Expertise and Impact in Diaspora Philanthropy
Mark Bouris AM exemplifies successful Greek-Australian leadership. He builds major financial businesses and mentors through podcasts and books.
THI Australia positions itself as a key player in diaspora support. Global THI chapters commit substantial funds to Greece. Australian efforts complement these through transparent, effective programs.
Young professionals in the 26-40 age group bring energy and skills. They address ongoing needs in Greece, from health services to economic opportunities. Data from THI shows measurable impacts, such as healthcare visits and meals provided through partners.
Mark is a proud Greek Australian and has shared, “My pride runs deep, shaped by my dad, who left Greece to build a better life here in Australia.”
For more details about New Leaders, reach out to Stergitsa Zamagias-Hill, CEO of THI Australia, at +61 402 878 805 or [email protected].
The Hellenic Initiative Australia (THI Australia)
THI Australia (The Hellenic Initiative Australia) is the Australian chapter of the global The Hellenic Initiative. It is a national not-for-profit organisation founded in 2014 that unites Greek Australians and philhellenes to support recovery and renewal in Greece.
THI Australia focuses on targeted philanthropy in health, social services, education, employment, and arts & culture. Since 2015, it has committed over AU$2.5 million in grants to trusted Greek partner charities and provided additional in-kind support (e.g., internships for young Greeks in Australia). It recently launched the THI New Leaders Australia network for professionals aged ~26–40, with Mark Bouris AM as inaugural Patron.
Global THI (The Hellenic Initiative) is an international non-profit founded in 2012 in the United States. It mobilizes the global Greek diaspora and philhellenes to invest in Greece’s sustainable economic recovery and humanitarian needs.
Led by figures like Andrew Liveris, global THI has invested over $22–28 million across chapters (USA, Australia, Canada, UK) in humanitarian aid, job creation, entrepreneurship, and long-term development programs. It emphasizes transparent, high-impact grants rather than traditional charity.
In short:
- Global THI = The worldwide umbrella organization.
- THI Australia = The active and growing Australian arm of that global effort.
Both operate under the motto of “Oli Mazi” (all together). Official sites: thehellenicinitiative.org (global) and au.thehellenicinitiative.org (Australia).
