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.

Armenia’s Independence Belongs to YOU

This day belongs to Armenian heroes. To the farmer who feeds our nation. To the mother who cares for our young. To the teacher who educates our students. To the baby who represents our future. To the worker who builds our roads. To the freedom fighter who gave us our Independence. And yes – this day also belongs to you.

Met as a “Yeghbair”; Reunited as an “Unger”

I don’t think people always fully appreciate and understand the greatness of Armenian youth organizations. It’s been almost a full year since I participated in the Homenetmen scouts jamboree where I met new people and formed friendships that would have otherwise never have been formed. The bonds made would last a lifetime, but I sadly left Armenia believing that I would probably never see most of these people again.

From Las Vegas to AYF Tri-Regional Seminar

The AYF Tri-Regional Seminar: Most see it as an opportunity to attend a series of lectures and debates, to improve our understanding of current events in Armenia, and to learn the details of our organization’s history. This was exactly what my expectations were. Being from Las Vegas, the “Sosse Mayrig” AYF Chapter sits at a distance from the rest of the Western Region. Hearing of the AYF Tri-Regional Seminar, taking place at Camp Haiastan from June 3-8 in little Franklin, Mass., I couldn’t pass up the opportunity.

The Pot Calling the Kettle Black, Glendale Edition

Euphemisms have always played a part in racism. For those disposed toward cowardice, subtle overtures of a perceived enemy have allowed segregationists to convey their message to the like minded without saying what the masses think. This has been happening in Glendale, and throughout the Los Angeles area, for at least a decade, and now it has come to a silent fever pitch.

Economic Underpinnings of Emigration

We all know that emigration from Armenia is a major ongoing problem. In order to address this challenge, you have to look at its causes.

In the below clip, economist and ARF Parliamentarian, Ara Nranyan, discusses the disastrous neoliberal economic prescriptions of successive governments in Yerevan

Honoring Armenia’s Servicemen

It is no secret that the year 2010 was one of scandal and controversy surrounding incidents of abuse in the Armenian army. A spate of hazings, assaults, and non-combat violence in both Armenia and Artsakh were reported on heavily in the media.

Such occurrences are cause for concern for any conscientious and patriotic Armenian.

Ruben Hakhverdyan to Perform Live in Los Angeles on February 13

The legendary Ruben Hakhverdyan and his band will be performing live in concert at the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles on February 13.The event, hosted by the Armenian Youth Federation, will feature new songs from Hakhverdyan’s upcoming double disk album, performed alongside a new band.

Kobe’s Foul Paves Way for AYF Layup

Last week, the Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) took the opportunity to initiate a campaign to expose a newly signed endorsement deal for Kobe Bryant to promote Turkish Airlines in the global market. The AYF expressed its disappointment with Kobe and has publicly asked him to back out of the deal due to Turkish Airlines’ strong association with the Turkish government (the government holds a 49% ownership stake in the airline).

Kobe Controversy Widens as Armenians Protest Visit in Toronto

Kobe Bryant faced demonstrations on Sunday as members of the Canadian-Armenian community took to the streets of Toronto ahead of a Lakers-Raptors game to protest the NBA star’s recent deal with Turkey’s national airline carrier, the Armenian Youth Federation of Toronto reported.

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