The Assyrian Cultural & Social Youth Association Inc., also commonly known by its acronym the ACSYA Inc., is an independent not-for-profit organisation headquartered in Australia. The organisation's primary objective is to work for the conservation and protection of Indigenous Assyrian culture.

The ACSYA Inc. develops campaigns and conducts independent research that is valuable for not only driving further understanding but appreciation for this rich heritage. The ACSYA Inc. facilitates a host of events, i.e., exhibitions, seminars, training sessions, webinars, and workshops.

The organisation's broader objective is to drive volunteerism, develop partnerships, initiate dialogue, and exchange of knowledge. Further, the ACSYA Inc. actively encourages youth engagement and participation at all levels of communal life to achieve long-term benefits.

Governance and Structure

The Board of Directors of the ACSYA Inc. is the overarching management body that is responsible for the organisation's strategic direction and governance.

• Stella Kina, President

• Stephanie Basdekis, Vice-President

• Jessi Arabou, Treasurer

• Jennifer Shahin, Secretary

• Sydney Karampour, Legal Officer

• Edwar Eshow, Executive Director

• Stephen Sargon, IT Director

• Terri Hormizd, Archaeologist and Victorian Lead

• Hiba Isaac, Director of Cultural Heritage Conservation

Press and Media Inquiries

Should you have a press and/or media query, please contact: info@acsya.org

• Shamiram Yalda, Journalist

Brand Assets and Resources

Partners of the ACSYA Inc. must comply with all applicable policies when using our intellectual property in any marketing collateral, whether print or otherwise. The ACSYA Inc.'s brand or visual identity is an important asset of the organisation and is protected by various intellectual property laws in Australia and elsewhere. Misuse of the organisation's intellectual property is strictly prohibited, and any such action establishes liability for a civil action. Permission through the organisation's Board of Directors must be obtained in advance and in writing prior to the use of the ACSYA Inc.'s intellectual property.

• Brand Identity Guidelines: Forthcoming

Organisational Policies

Every day, the ACSYA Inc. seeks to make an impact to our people as well as the communities we serve and represent. We are committed to serving our communities with distinction by building a brand that is based on honesty, integrity, and professionalism.

• Constitution: In Review

• Code of Conduct: Download [.PDF, 121 KB]

• Privacy Policy: Download [.PDF, 111 KB]

• Media Policy: Download [.PDF, 89.5 KB]

Impact Report

Each year, the ACSYA Inc. measures and evaluates the impact of our work and publishes the results in our Impact Report.

• Impact Report FY22/23: Download [.PDF, 269 KB]