AYF Announces Partnership with the Glendale Fire Department

(GLENDALE, Calif., June 9, 2015) – The Armenian Youth Federation, in partnership with the Glendale Fire Department, is hosting a recruitment day on June 20 for individuals interested in joining the local fire department.

“The Glendale Fire Department is looking to hire more people from the local community,” said Greg Fish, interim fire chief of the department. “Our partnership with the Armenian Youth Federation allows us to reach many young people for future careers with the department.”

The recruitment day will include a presentation by the fire department, as well as a tour of the station. It will take place at Glendale Fire Station 21 across from the Glendale Galleria located on 421 Oak St. starting at 10 a.m.

“One of AYF’s goals is to empower the youth to fulfill their ambitions,” said Sevag Tchekidjian, a member of the AYF’s Central Executive. “This partnership with the Glendale Fire Department gives the Armenian community an opportunity to get acquainted with the department and get involved.”

The AYF looks forward to continually working with the Glendale Fire Department in promoting recruitment in the Armenian community. For more information go to www.AYFwest.org or contact us at (818) 507-1933.

About the Glendale Fire Department

The mission of the Glendale Fire Department is to protect life and property by providing the highest level of service to the community. For more information about the Glendale Fire Department, go to www.GlendaleFire.org and follow us on twitter at @GlendaleCAFire.

About the Armenian Youth Federation

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