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The 7th World Convention of Cretans opens in Chania with a strong message of unity

July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

With the participation of representatives of the Cretan Diaspora from around the world, as well as prominent figures from politics, academia, business, and culture, the proceedings of the 7th World Convention of Cretans officially began on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at the Orthodox Academy of Crete in Kolymbari, Chania.

Organized by the World Council of Cretans (WCC) under the central theme “Crete and the Cretans of Today and Tomorrow,” the Convention represents the most significant global gathering of Cretans from around the world with their ancestral homeland. It aims to serve as a meaningful platform for dialogue, cooperation, and the development of proposals that will contribute to the future of Crete and the global Cretan community.

Crete Welcomes Cretans from Around the World

The events of the 7th World Convention of Cretans officially and ceremonially began on Tuesday, July 21, in Chania, with two highly symbolic events highlighting the unity of Cretans worldwide and their deep connection with their historic homeland.

At the historic Firkas Fortress, the official Flag-Raising Ceremony of the member organizations of the World Council of Cretans took place, with the…

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Photini Campbell

The flag-raising at Firkas Fortress sounds like it really set the tone. My Yiayia was from Chania and she always said the Cretan clubs in Canada kept us tied to home even when we couldn’t visit. Looking forward to hearing what practical ideas come out of the “Today and Tomorrow” talks.

Стефан Марков

Добре че са започнали точно във Фиркас, това място носи тежест. Темата „Крит днес и утре“ ми харесва, защото повечето от нас в диаспората се чудим как да предадем нещо на децата, без да е само песни и ядене. Интересно ми е дали ще измислят нещо практическо за младежите, които вече не говорят гръцки.

Софья Зайцева

У меня дочь в Казани тоже иногда ездит на такие собрания наших, но по церковной линии. Фиркас и правда место с историей, правильно выбрали. Интересно, придумают ли они что-то реальное для молодых, чтобы не только флаги поднимать, а чтобы дети диаспоры хоть по-гречески читали и знали, откуда корни.