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AYF Convention Sets Direction for 2013-2014

The Armenian Youth Federation Western Region Annual Convention convened on the weekend of September 13-15 at AYF Camp Big Pines. The Convention, which consisted of over 50 delegates from across 13 chapters of the Western USA, is the highest legislative body of the AYF-WR.
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Would I do this again?

Absolutely. In a heartbeat. No question. I’ll be better prepared, knowing what to expect and how to better handle certain situations. I’d get to live in Artsakh for two weeks (who wouldn’t want that?). I’d get to hear more stories from azadamardiks (freedom fighters) and their families.
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We Got the Blues

We may not have “haghteld” or “antzeld” our competition but we definitely take gold for pride. For every one idea we have the kids have ten. Although the kids get rowdy at times and test our limits the passion in their voices as they chant their ganches or practice their songs makes up for it.
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Growing Closer Each Day

Earlier in the year, when Levon first proposed the idea that we all participate in Youth Corps together we were extremely apprehensive to agree to it. We knew it would be an amazing experience, but were nervous about meeting new people and stepping out of our comfort zone.
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The Trip of My Dreams

First I want to start off saying how honored I feel to be in Armenia, especially with a group like the one I am with. As days go by, our friendships grow closer and although we have our ups and downs, we always end up loving each other at the end.
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What A Trip

Artsakh. Kharabakh. Shushi. Stepanakert. To some, these words may be just that - words. Others may know Artsakh to be an autonomous region that isn't recognized as its own, independent country. Scholars and historians will know about the region based on what is written in books.
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