European Syriac Union thanks institutions and individuals following successful "Sayfo 1915" exhibitions in Brussels - EUROPE SAYS
BRUSSELS — Following the successful conclusion of the third edition of its “Sayfo 1915” exhibitions, held across several venues in the Belgian capital, the European Syriac Union (ESU) issued a statement. . .
BRUSSELS — Following the successful conclusion of the third edition of its “Sayfo 1915” exhibitions, held across several venues in the Belgian capital, the European Syriac Union (ESU) issued a statement expressing its sincere gratitude to the institutions and individuals whose support contributed to the success of the initiative. The ESU stated: “We organized three major exhibitions in Belgium to preserve the memory of the Sayfo Genocide committed against the Syriac people in 1915, to share historical truth with the public, and to contribute to our people’s ongoing pursuit of justice. ”Held under the title “Sayfo 1915 – The Syriac People: The Story of a Forgotten Genocide,” the exhibitions took place from 20 April to 4 May at the Woluwe-Saint-Lambert Town Hall, from 5 June to 15 June at the Joli Bois Center in Woluwe-Saint-Pierre, and from June 19 to June 30 at the Escale du Nord Cultural Center in Anderlecht. According to the ESU, the three exhibitions attracted hundreds of attendees to their opening ceremonies, while several thousand visitors explored the displays throughout the exhibition period. Among those in attendance were members of parliament, local elected officials—including mayors, aldermen, and municipal councillors—journalists, academics, church representatives, and civil society leaders, all of whom expressed interest in the history and collective memory of the Syriac people. Read also:European Syriac Union to Host Exhibition in Brussels Commemorating the 1915 Sayfo Genocide to Raise Awareness and Advance RecognitionThe ESU noted that the exhibitions documented the 1915 Sayfo Genocide through historical records, photographs, eyewitness testimonies, articles, interviews, and poetry. They also highlighted the ongoing efforts of Syriac communities to preserve their identity, culture, and historical heritage in the countries where they now live. The Union expressed its profound appreciation to “all the institutions and individuals who contributed to the realization of these highly significant events. ”It offered special thanks to Olivier Maingain, Mayor of Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, Jean-Louis Hanff, Municipal Councillor, as well as the municipal administration and its staff, stating: “Their warm welcome and support played a crucial role in helping us share the history of the Syriac people with the Belgian public. ”Read also:European Syriac Union: Sayfo Is Not Merely a Tragedy of the Past; It Remains a Defining Element Shaping Our Identity and Ongoing Pursuit of JusticeThe ESU also extended its gratitude to Benoît Cerexhe, Mayor of Woluwe-Saint-Pierre, and Georges Dallemagne, Member of Parliament, along with the management and staff of the Joli Bois Center, noting that “their hospitality and support enabled our exhibition to reach a broad audience and helped raise awareness of the Sayfo. ”Read also:European Syriac Union Opens Third Edition of the Sayfo Exhibition in AnderlechtIn addition, the Union thanked the management, staff, and president of the Escale du Nord Cultural Center, as well as Julien Milquet, Alderman for Culture, for “their solidarity and valuable contribution to the success of our third exhibition. ”The statement concluded: “The considerable interest generated by these exhibitions demonstrates that the history, culture, and suffering of the Syriac people have not been forgotten. It also reflects a genuine commitment to preserving memory and passing historical truth on to future generations. ”The ESU reaffirmed its commitment to preserving the memory of the Sayfo Genocide, promoting historical truth, and continuing its pursuit of justice through peaceful and democratic means.