Youth Discuss Critical Issues with ARF Leader

Contact: Stepan Keshishian
Tel: (818) 507-1933
E-Mail: AYF@AYFwest.org

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GLENDALE, CA: Members of the Armenian Youth Federation Western USA met with former Armenian parliamentarian, Lilit Galstyan, this week for a Q & A session regarding the current state of Armenia.

The discussion took place at Sardarabad Bookstore, whose unique atmosphere serves Los Angeles area Armenians as an important source of cultural wealth and knowledge.

The youth engaged former ARF-D Member of Parliament, Lilit Galstyan, with questions pertaining to Armenian politics, the upcoming elections in Armenia, and the ARF’s vision for the next term. The interview will be featured in the upcoming edition of Haytoug Magazine, which is the official publication of the AYF. The Haytoug represents the voice of the youth, and focuses on addressing critical issues that are often left overlooked by other media outlets.

“This discussion provided an excellent opportunity to gain insight on issues of great political significance that, in the coming months and years, will affect the lives of millions of Armenians worldwide,” states AYF member, Verginie Touloumian. “We urge all Armenians and anyone interested in the politics of the region to stay tuned for this edition in the coming weeks, as it will provide a first-hand account of the political climate in Armenia.”

Founded in 1933, the Armenian Youth Federation is the largest and most influential Armenian American youth organization in the United States, working to advance the social, political, educational and cultural awareness of Armenian-American youth.

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Walk for Syrian Armenians Set to Take Place February 10th

Contact: Sevag Tchekidjian
Phone: (818) 507-1933
Email: ayf@ayfwest.org

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BURBANK, CA – On February 10th, The Armenian Youth Federation, Burbank “Varak” Chapter will be hosting a walkathon to raise funds as well as awareness about the Syrian Armenian Crisis that is currently taking place in Syria.

The walk will start from Brand Park at 10 AM (1601 W. Mountain St, Glendale, CA 91201) and end at the Burbank Youth Center (75 E. Santa Anita Avenue, Burbank, CA 91502).

During the walkathon members of the Armenian Youth Federation will be passing out informative brochures to the public informing them of the Syrian Civil War and the crisis the Armenian’s living in Syria are in. Funds raised from the event will be used to send aid to the Armenians residing in Syria through the Syrian Armenian Relief Fund.

“No matter how distant our people are, they are always in our thoughts, and we will do anything to give them a helping hand.” said Rafi Orphali, a member of the Armenian Youth Federation “Varak” Chapter. “This event hopes to unite the Armenian people during a time of urgency.”

Founded in 1933, the Armenian Youth Federation is the largest and most influential Armenian American youth organization in the United States, working to advance the social, political, educational and cultural awareness of Armenian-American youth.

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Syrian Armenian Educational Forum Unites Southern California Armenian Community

Contact: Carina Khanjian
Phone: 818-507-1933
Email: AYF@AYFwest.org

LOS ANGELES- As the situation in Syria worsens each day, the importance of education about the crisis in the region and its implications on the Christian Armenian minority has reached a critical point. On Thursday, December 27, the Armenian Youth Federation came together with members of the community in an Educational Forum about the conflict in Syria and its repercussions on the Armenian population in the region, as well as the homeland.

The forum was open to the public and was meant to educate the Armenian community about the detrimental circumstances facing the Syrian-Armenian community today, while motivating its audience to take action and help spread awareness.

Speakers at the forum included Ung. Seto Boyajian, Ung. Sako Mahserejian, and Ung. Sona Madarian. Topics of discussion ranged from the geopolitical implications of the Syrian conflict, effects of the conflict on the Syrian Armenian community and the homeland, to the future of the Syrian Armenian community.

“The evening of December 27th at the Armenian Center in Hollywood was yet another testimony that our community in Los Angeles is deeply concerned in the events and the turmoil affecting Syria and our compatriots in that country,” said Sako Mahseredjian. “The attendees were mostly young people who do care about developments involving Armenians thousands of miles away and want to have an impact in the life of our nation.”

Along side the speakers discussion of the events that are causing the Civil War in Syria, the presenters also showed the current state of the Armenians in Syria as well as discussing the actions that the Syria Armenian Relief Fund has done since its inception.

“The fate of the Armenian Nation lies in the hands of every single Armenian. The Armenian nation is one, and it’s hardships to survive require a unified effort from all Armenians. Proclaimed Speaker Sona Madarian who inspired the audience with her message about unity amongst Armenians. “We hope that as a unified nation we continue to grow and get stronger. We hope that with unified dedication to our cause, we can persevere towards a bright future.”

Founded in 1933, the Armenian Youth Federation is the largest and most influential Armenian American youth organization in the United States, working to advance the social, political, educational and cultural awareness of Armenian-American youth.

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