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Thankful for my mother and motherland
Two forces shaped the person I am today: my mother, Sona, and my motherland. My mother was the embodiment of selflessness and resilience. She raised me with unwavering love and a profound respect for...
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82 years of pride, perseverance and unity
AYF D.C. “Ani” Chapter 82nd anniversary celebration group photo On the evening of November 16, 2024, the Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) D.C. “Ani” Chapter celebrated its 82nd anniversary. This...
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A weekend of memories
On October 1, 2024, I came home from soccer practice to a text from Christiane, one of my Junior advisors, on behalf of the Central Executive, inviting me to a meeting held by the Bureau of Office...
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Chicago hosts 2024 Midwest ACE weekend and Junior conferences
On December 7 and 8, Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) Junior members in the Midwest district gathered in Chicago for Midwest Armenian Cultural and Educational (ACE) Weekend and Junior Conferences. The...
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My time spent in Armenia’s southernmost village, Nrnadzor
Syunik, the southernmost province of Armenia, is home to a vibrant Armenian community. I was fortunate to visit the Chitchian family and spend a day in the village of Nrnadzor with my family. I was so...
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AYF-YOARF hosts 90th annual Convention
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass.—The Armenian Youth Federation – Youth Organization of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation (AYF-YOARF) Eastern U.S. held its 90th annual Convention from December 26-30, 2024. The...
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Rejuvenating the Federation: 2025 AYF-YOARF Council Weekend highlights
WATERTOWN, Mass.—On January 18, over 45 central council members of the Armenian Youth Federation – Youth Organization of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation (AYF-YOARF) traveled to the Hairenik...
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The pomegranate’s seed
At each family gathering, I prepare the centerpiece of the table: freshly cut pomegranates, their ruby seeds glistening like jewels. Pomegranates are sacred in Armenian culture, representing fertility,...
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Solidarity in indigeneity
In a globalized world, diasporic populations exist in all corners in all continents. But how exactly does “migrant-hood” contrast with indigeneity? The worldwide Armenian population is around 10...
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Rusmenglish: Reclaiming my Armenian literacy (and why you should reclaim...
My fascination with unconventional ideas began at the dinner table. My grandpa, an enthusiastic Soviet-era historian and educator, filled our dinners with exchanges that turned mealtimes into debates....
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Apply to be a part of Camp Javakhk 2025!
Camp Javakhk is seeking candidates, at least 18 years of age, to participate in the program as a counselor or director. Camp Javakhk is a program of the Armenian Relief Society (ARS) that offers day...
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Statement from the AYF-YOARF on the Armenian POWs illegally detained in...
Following pre-trial detention that has lasted over a year, Azerbaijan has begun politically charged sham trials against the 23 Armenian prisoners of war (POWs) currently detained in Baku. According to...
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33rd Homenetmen Eastern US Navasartian Games to be held in Chicago
The Homenetmen Eastern USA Regional Executive is excited to announce that the 33rd Navasartian Games will be hosted by the Chicago chapter on July 3-6, 2025! The Chicago Homenetmen Executive and...
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Pashinyan visits Washington, DC, met with protests
Armenian youth outline Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan’s failed policies while protesting his Washington D.C. visit this week WASHINGTON—Armenian Americans gathered in protest as Prime Minister Nikol...
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Providence AYF-YOARF Juniors kick off new weekly Junior program with...
PROVIDENCE, R.I.—The Providence AYF-YOARF “Varantian” Juniors gathered on Friday, January 31, 2025, for an exciting kick-off event, marking the beginning of a new era of consistent programming for the...
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Abandoning my home
Our home in Martuni smelled of freshly made jingalov hats. My mother sang softly as she set the table—“Unger jan, kini lits,”—while my father and sister arranged the mesh-woven baskets near the door....
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My final reflection as an AYF member
The journey has come to an end. My time as a member in the AYF-YOARF concluded with the adjournment of the 90th Annual Convention in North Andover, Massachusetts. I began documenting my experiences in...
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Disparities within Armenia’s failing emergency services
Consider yourself fortunate if you live in a thriving city like Yerevan. However, if you’re from a rural village or smaller town, you may have to wait hours for emergency medical services to reach you...
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Providence “Varantian” Chapter hosts 2025 AYF-YOARF National Athletic Tournament
PROVIDENCE, R.I.—The Armenian Youth Federation – Youth Organization of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation (AYF-YOARF) Eastern Region’s Providence “Varantian” Chapter hosted the 2025 National...
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AYF alumni reunion: “Through the decades”
MONTEBELLO, C.A.—The highly anticipated Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) Alumni Reunion, set for Saturday, May 10, 2025, will feature an extraordinary lineup of entertainers, including dueling ouds with...
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