AYF Attends IUSY World Congress 2012
The Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) recently participated in the three-day World Congress of the International Union of Socialist Youth (IUSY) in Asunción, Paraguay. IUSY is the biggest political youth organization in the world, representing about 150 member organizations from more than 100 countries.
The .2%
The 24th of April has come and gone for the 97th time since the Turkish government’s failed attempts to eradicate the Armenian race.
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.
Perjuring the Past: On Criminalization of Armenian Genocide Denial
Last week, the French Senate approved a bill that, in effect, makes it a criminal offense to deny the genocide committed by Ottoman Turks against Armenians. While the law should be applauded as a milestone in punishing an ongoing genocide, some are misrepresenting it as a violation of a universal right.
Must See: Armenia, The Historical, Notable and Not-So-Traditional Sites of Our Homeland
Ani and Maro are two friends who met in Armenia and proceeded to have wild adventures together. At times they have dared called themselves archeologists, sociologists, modern-day explorers, gastro-bloggers and socialites. Today they merely call themselves freelancers.
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AYF Attends IUSY World Congress 2012
The Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) recently participated in the three-day World Congress of the International Union of Socialist Youth (IUSY) in Asunción, Paraguay. IUSY is the biggest political youth organization in the world, representing about 150 member organizations from more than 100 countries....
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Interviews
Ruben Hakhverdyan
On February 13, 2011 the AYF brought legendary singer and poet, Ruben Hakhverdyan, to downtown Los Angeles’ famous Orpheum Theatre for a one-night only performance....
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Featured
Must See: Armenia, The Historical, Notable and Not-So-Traditional Sites of Our Homeland
Ani and Maro are two friends who met in Armenia and proceeded to have wild adventures together. At times they have dared called themselves archeologists,...
Open Letter To The Armenian Diaspora
We are representatives of various environmental groups, writing this message to Spyurq, Armenia...The People of Armenia desperately need the voice and actions of Spyurq. ...
“I want for Armenians what I want for Kurds’: An interview with Mayor Abdullah Demirbas
Abdullah Demirbas is a man on a mission. The mayor of Diyarbakir’s central district strives to restore some of the city’s multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character...
Կուկըլ: Top 10 Stops in Yerevan, Armenia
These are the top ten sites every one traveling to Armenia must visit. ...
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Arts & Culture
Khatchkars
Erected adjacent to the entrance of newly established cities and churches, or to commemorate military victories, khatchkars (cross-stones) have traditionally signified genesis....
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Book Review
‘Yes We Have’: Stories of Armenian-American Discoveries
Stepan Partamian’s “Yes We Have” is not a single story but a compilation of various stories about the incredible Armenians who changed American history through...
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Editorial
Discovering Ourselves, Discovering Armenia
For young Armenians today, our homeland can be seen in many different ways. It is seen by some, as a destination visited on a family vacation, or with a graduating class. Comparable to a coming-of-age Euro trip, these visits despite being limited in scope and depth, can spark an initial connection to a far-away land.To others, Armenia evokes romantic sentiments of a hallowed land, almost too pristine to be real. Captivated by flawless mental imagery, they may be too apprehensive to see it, lest they leave disappointed by reality. ...
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