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AYF 3rd Annual Clothing Drive

In the spirit of the holidays, the Armenian Youth Federation San Fernando Valley “Sardarabad” Chapter is reaching out to the community for their support to make the Third Annual Clothing Drive a success. This year, we are hoping to set a new record and need your help in doing so. Please donate new or lightly used clothing to Armenian Youth Federation’s Clothing Drive.

AYF Youth Corps 2014 Application Now Available

The Armenian Youth Federation Western Region is happy to announce that the application for the 2014 Youth Corps program is now available online. Currently entering its 20th year, AYF Youth Corps provides Armenian youth the opportunity to build and maintain ties with their homeland. Participants will have a fun, productive, and unforgettable summer in Armenia and Artsakh.

Pasadena AYF “Nigol Touman” Hosts Asbarez night

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” On Thursday, Nov. 21, a group of 20 thoughtful and committed AYF members came together at Pasadena’s Armenian Center for a night of open, thought-provoking and often contentious discussion.

AYF Retreat Empowers Armenian Youth

On Friday, Nov. 22, over a hundred members and novices of the Armenian Youth Federation Western Region (AYF WR) made their way up to AYF Camp Big Pines for the 2013 AYF Retreat, a weekend-long seminar of educationals, discussions, and activities revolving around the Armenian identity and community activism. The weekend concluded with an oath ceremony and a celebration for the new members of the AYF ranks.

Community Protests Turkish Lies in LA

On Monday, October 21st, hundreds of Armenians gathered at the Intercontinental Hotel to protest a presentation by Turkish Deputy Prime Minister, Ali Babacan. The protest was organized by the Armenian Youth Federation Western Region and the Unified Young Armenians. Hosted by the Los Angeles World Affairs Council, the event was a means for the government of Turkey to present their economic and foreign policy, including the US-Turkey business relations and the future of economic investment in the region.
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AYF-ER Senior Seminar: Armenian Youth Standing In Unity for Artsakh

Without a doubt, it is always heart-warming to witness Armenian youth gather around a unified cause; however, the ambiance at Senior Seminar set a more meaningful tone to our great organization. Not only was it instilled in us to continue to stand in unity as the Armenian Diaspora, but the motivation and inspiration to be active members in our respective communities weighed deeply throughout the weekend.
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