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Join CFTJ with special guest and keynote speaker Luis Moreno Ocampo, the first prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), for an evening in support of crucial work being done to amplify victims’ voices in the aftermath of the Artsakh war. What: 4th Annual Gala When: November 8th | 6:30 PM Where: Taglyan Complex, Los Angeles The Center for Truth and Justice (CFTJ) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in November 2020 in response to the Artsakh war. This group of dedicated lawyers focuses on collecting firsthand testimonial evidence from war survivors through in-depth, recorded interviews. CFTJ operates a law clinic in Armenia, where they train law students and young lawyers to interview survivors and document their stories. To date, CFTJ has conducted hundreds of interviews and trained nearly 100 current and future legal professionals. CFTJ’s notable work includes a successful ICC communication submission that amplifies victims' voices, hosting a groundbreaking international conference in Yerevan, Armenia to address human rights issues for the 3rd year in a row, and most recently, facilitating a Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission hearing by bringing a delegation of lawyers, victims, and relatives of the fallen from Artsakh to Washington, D.C. For more information, and to purchase tickets and sponsorships, visit https://lnkd.in/ebXjzHYq

Rodrigo Messi, brother of Lionel Messi and head of Leo Messi Management, visited TUMO today, bringing a special gift - an Argentine national team jersey signed by Lionel Messi. He was accompanied by tech entrepreneur Razmig Hovaghimian, founder of Play Time Ventures. During their visit, they explored TUMO’s innovative programs designed to help teens thrive in the worlds of technology and creativity. Rodrigo praised TUMO’s impact, highlighting how it opens new doors for young people and drives positive change.

Shant's journey takes another turn as Gordon Ramsey expresses surprise at his whiskey-flambeed hanger steak landing in the bottom two. Despite the twist, his bold flavors keep him in the competition!

Meet Shaunt and Anna of Satellite Citi! In this exclusive interview, the Armenian duo talks about their journey, the origins of the band, and their latest EP and comic book release.  Check out their story, their music, and get ready for more from this unstoppable duo! ❤️🔥

Flyweight Champion Pargev Khachatrian isn't just winning in the ring—he's starting a new chapter in life. After securing his title, he celebrated with the ultimate knockout move: proposing to his girlfriend. A champion in every sense!

Meet 10-year-old Leo, Armenia’s rising star for Junior Eurovision 2024! 🎤 Born into a family of singers, music has always been a part of his life. Now, his dream of representing Armenia on the international stage is coming true. With influences like Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra, Leo’s performance is sure to impress. Stay tuned for his song and music video! #JuniorEurovision #Armenia

This week, Executive Chef Shant Halajian had the honor of presenting his signature dish on *Hell’s Kitchen*, highlighting his Armenian heritage. His creation, Za’atar-crusted lamb chops on a bed of yogurt sauce with pomme paolo, finished with a drizzle of dill oil, captivated the judges. An unforgettable moment for Chef Shant on his culinary journey!

The Daghlian siblings, all recent Caltech alumni, are continuing their PhD studies at the institute. Patill (BS '24) is focused on experimental particle physics and dark matter, Saren (BS '24) is contributing to the DSA-2000 radio telescope, and George (BS '20) is specializing in bioengineering for brain tumor imaging in a joint MD/PhD program with UCLA. They credit their success to Caltech’s community, mentorship, and scholarships, while staying connected to their Armenian roots through outreach and mentoring.

The country of Jordan has selected Sareen Hairabedian's powerful documentary “My Sweet Land” as its entry for Best International Feature Film at the 97th Academy Awards. The film follows 11-year-old Vrej, who dreams of becoming a dentist in his war-torn village of Artsakh, while exploring the harsh realities of conflict and resilience.

A beautiful moment by @goodcostudios showing a bride surprising her husband by reciting her wedding vows in Armenian. She had spent months learning to read and write in Western Armenian knowing how important it was to for him and their future children to preserve his heritage. Videography by @goodcostudios