, by making our nation’s history, arts, literature, current events and music more accessible to Hungarian Canadians, new immigrants and non-Hungarians. Our secondary aim is to help build a strong community, not only from original immigrants, but including the new generations who make up the majority of the Hungarian Canadian population.
Just as Hungary has often been in precarious political situations, our local Hungarian-Canadian community is in a precarious situation socially. Many ethnic groups suffer similarly for many reasons – primarily, the new generations have broadened their social circles while the older ones remain happy with what has become familiar. Aside from the age-old generational challenges, Hungarians are also faced with conflicts within the community. Hungarian immigrants have been exposed to political ideologies that range wildly from extreme right to extreme left, which have left many with feelings of distrust and fear – when added to an already passionate national psyche, one can understand that working together can have its difficulties.
In the few years that I have worked with the Hungarian community I have met countless people who have long ago thrown up their hands and given up on the ‘Hungarian cause’ – often stress and heartache is the only reward for dedicated volunteers. Most children of the original Hungarian immigrants refuse to have anything to do with their parents’ culture. We hope to change that trend by offering our information in English, now the first language of the majority of Hungarian Canadians; and by exposing the public to the many dedicated Hungarians who quietly and independently work, not only to preserve their roots and history, but who have the desire to share their heritage with all Canadians. We hope to present our heritage accurately and with dignity, while expressing our own original perspectives in a modern and useful format.
The New Hungarian Voice will regularly include information on local events as well as pertinent current events from Hungary. Useful reviews, editorial and information on worldwide events that relate to our community will be offered. We also hope that Hungarians participate in our project by submitting articles, information and personal points of view so our newsletter will become an interactive forum for us all.
We also welcome any information about upcoming events from all Hungarian associations so we can provide an up to date calendar in each issue. Advertising is also encouraged, and is paid for by donation – we hope to promote all of the established Hungarian businesses, while providing affordable exposure to new ventures. As a service to locals and new Hungarian immigrants alike, we will provide space for concise classified ads that are of interest to our community

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