Why Do We Establish it

“At the heart of our mission lies a bold and inclusive vision: to open the doors of Greek Classics, Archaeology, Art, and the wider Humanities to scholars from regions and backgrounds traditionally excluded from these fields. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to engage with them, regardless of geography or institutional privilege. This initiative is not only about access—it is about transformation. By creating a space where disciplines converge, we aim to spark new dialogues between the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Our goal is to cultivate a vibrant, interdisciplinary community that reimagines how knowledge is shared, expanded, and lived—across cultures, across time.”

—Meilin Lyu, the Academy Initiator