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"Maria grew up in Drapetsona, Greece. She is a Spatial Planning  & Development Engineer specialised in Geographic Information Systems with professional experience in both private and public sector. She moved to the UK in 2019 and has lived in Bristol since 2021. Her involvement in HCS "Methexis" was prompted by the desire to preserve Greek traditions, ensuring they endure through generations and geographic borders. Maria aspires to help build a supportive and inclusive community and establish HCS "Methexis" as a point of reference in Bristol, promoting understanding and appreciation among diverse communities."

"Anagnostis is mechanical & controls engineer specialised in mechanical design and automation. He was born in Thessaloniki, Greece. He lives in Bristol, UK and since August 2016 he has worked in various industrial sectors. In the last 3 years he has been involving into a PhD research project in University of Bristol related to automation in composite materials. The decision to get involved  into the HCS "Methexis" is related to his desire to promote Greek culture and traditional habits in Bristol area and contribute to social bonding not only between Greek people but also to people coming from other cultural societies who are willing to meet Greek tradition"

"Ioannis works as a vehicle technician. He was born in Frankfurt, Germany, and later moved to Kastoria, Greece at a young age. In 2012, Ioannis relocated to the UK,  due to the economic challenges prevailing in Greece at the time. Since then, he has settled in Bristol, and made it his home. His love for his home country and the desire to share Greek culture to others led him to join HCS "Methexis". He aims to encourage the creation of a community that offers companionship and networking opportunities. Ioannis is also a proud father to a  daughter "

"Anastasia was born in Kavala, Greece and she has lived in Bristol, UK since 2021. She is a Lecturer of Criminology and Law with a strong academic background in Sociology of Culture. Alongside her academic career, she is an accomplished Greek Traditional Dance Instructor, officially recognised by the CID as a dance teacher, with 21 years of experience. Anastasia's involvement with HCS "Methexis" reflects her strong belief in unity, participation, and collective action. She values the meaningful connections that can be created when people come together with shared values and mutual respect. "