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Making All The Difference

AYF Youth Corps program is all about making a difference. Not only on the campers but also, unknowingly, on yourself. It’s about discovering a life outside of the comfort of your bubble; finding out how independent and strong-willed you really are; and, by learning something new every day, to empower the people around you.

Karin Ensemble Leads Dance Celebration, Offers Lessons

On the evening of February 12, the AYF and People for People Foundation hosted a special cultural celebration featuring Armenia’s award-winning Karin Folk Song & Dance Ensemble. Hundreds of community members, both young and old, turned out for the free event and danced the steps of their forefathers.

AYF Announces Release of Annual Report

On Tuesday, the Armenian Youth Federation - Western US announced the release of its 2010-2011 Annual Report. The report details the activities and programs carried out by the AYF on a local, regional, and international level. “The AYF…
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St. Vartan and the Battle of Avarayr

Many of us are beginning to think that February is an empty month in the Armenian calendar. Or that Saint Valentine’s Day is the only significant holiday. However, the idea that this is traditionally an Armenian festival is incorrect. In fact, for those unaware, the Armenian equivalent for celebrating love and affection between companions takes place on February 4th, under the Saint Sarkis (Սուրբ Սարգիս) name. More to the focus of this article though, is the commemoration of the Battle of Avarayr (Ավարայրի ճակատամարտը) on February 16th

Karin Ensemble to Perform Free Outdoor Concert

On Sunday, February 12, the AYF and People for People Foundation are teaming up to host a free, one-time-only celebration featuring Armenia’s award-winning Karin Folk Song & Dance Ensemble. The free public event will be held from 6:30-10 PM in the St. Mary’s Armenian Church lot (500 S. Central Ave., Glendale, CA).

AYF Declares 2012 Year of Freedom Fighter

The Armenian Youth Federation is dedicating 2012 to the Armenian Freedom Fighter (Azadamardik), announced the organization’s Western US Central Executive Thursday. As part of its multi-faceted campaign, the AYF will be organizing a series of events and activities aimed at raising awareness about Artsakh’s liberation struggle and supporting the freedom fighters who made it possible.
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