Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA)

Hear from our Gateway Fellows! "As a recent Economics graduate entering a competitive industry, I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities the ANCA Capital Gateway Program has provided in my job search," said Michael Tatevossian, who also recently completed the ANCA Rising Leaders Program in March. "This program has not only helped me expand my network but also allowed me to attend valuable networking events and meet inspiring individuals. Thanks to the program, I feel more confident and prepared to pursue opportunities in the field I aspire to work in, and I’m excited for what the future holds in the nation’s capital." Attention recent graduates: Interested in moving to Washington DC to kickstart professional career? Apply to the Capital Gateway Program today. Learn more and apply at anca.org/gateway Winter 2025 session starts on January 13, 2025 Application Deadline: November 15, 2024

ANCA Chair Raffi Hamparian traveled coast to coast the weekend of October 19-20th, offering powerful remarks at the ANCA Western Region and ANCA Eastern Region galas, saluting the elected officials, community advocates, and media outlets who are “the best of us” – each, in their own way, advancing the North Star values of the Armenian Cause – “security for the Republic of Armenia, freedom and liberty restored for the Republic of Artsakh, justice for the crime of genocide, and a strong and vibrant and engaged Armenian diaspora.” Watch Hamparian’s remarks at the October 20th ANCA Western Region gala.

POLITICO Influence Top Story: Azerbaijan, unsatisfied with the Friedlander Group's lobby efforts in Washington, DC, is reportedly seeking new U.S. lobbyists—ones who will ignore laws requiring registration with the U.S. Department of Justice Foreign Agent Registration (FARA) unit. https://lnkd.in/eAAG7qFn The news comes amid an ongoing investigation of Azerbaijani government bribery charges against Congressional Azerbaijan Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Henry Cuellar.

#BREAKING: Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump calls out Biden-Harris Administration for inaction in the face of ethnic cleansing of Artsakh Armenians. "Kamala Harris did NOTHING as 120,000 Armenian Christians were horrifically persecuted and forcibly displaced in Artsakh. Christians around the World will not be safe if Kamala Harris is President of the United States. When I am President, I will protect persecuted Christians, I will work to stop the violence and ethnic cleansing, and we will restore PEACE between Armenia and Azerbaijan." See the statement on: https://lnkd.in/ghMhx_kg

The fall 2024 session of the Hovig Apo Saghdejian Capital Gateway Program (CGP) has brought together a stellar group of young graduates from universities across the U.S. who are committed to kickstarting their careers in the nation’s capital, reported the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA). These emerging professionals, equipped with diverse academic backgrounds, are part of the growing number of Armenian Americans pursuing careers in public policy, politics, media and development in the nation’s capital. Interested in kickstarting your career in Washington, DC? Apply for the Winter 2025 Session of the Gateway Program by November 15th! https://lnkd.in/erQA_Xw5

"COP29 is a scandal" - French MEP François-Xavier Bellamy in European Parliament remarks today. “Aliyev attacks Armenia & the Armenians of Artsakh. He threatens France & Europe. He murders his opponents even in our countries. Why should we remain silent when he hosts #COP29? The time for sanctions has come.”

TODAY! The ANCA is excited to invite young Armenian professionals to its October Professional Networking Event! Date: Friday, October 18th When: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Where: Salazar | 1819 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 More info: networking@anca.org Strengthen your network and immerse yourself within the DMV-Armenian community. Enjoy an evening of good food, drinks, and company and connect with a number of professionals from numerous industries. Whether you're an established professional or just starting your career, this event provides a unique opportunity to expand your network, share experiences, and learn from one another. Invite your colleagues, friends, and fellow Armenian-Americans to catch up and make many new connections. This event is also an excellent opportunity to meet our Fall 2024 Capital Gateway Program fellows, who have moved to D.C. from various parts of the country in order to build a meaningful career in the nation's capital. ANCA Friday HyeLights networking events are generally held on the third Friday of each month at different locations - each offering new opportunities and themes. It builds on our current youth programs and professional development opportunities, including the ANCA Hovig Apo Saghdejian Capital Gateway Program (CGP), which has helped hundreds of qualified Armenian American recent graduates and professionals to secure positions in Congressional offices, federal agencies, think tanks, and other political and policy-making arenas throughout Washington, D.C. #ancapn

TOMORROW! The ANCA is excited to invite young Armenian professionals to its October Professional Networking Event! Date: Friday, October 18th When: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Where: Salazar | 1819 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 More info: networking@anca.org Strengthen your network and immerse yourself within the DMV-Armenian community. Enjoy an evening of good food, drinks, and company and connect with a number of professionals from numerous industries. Whether you're an established professional or just starting your career, this event provides a unique opportunity to expand your network, share experiences, and learn from one another. Invite your colleagues, friends, and fellow Armenian-Americans to catch up and make many new connections. This event is also an excellent opportunity to meet our Fall 2024 Capital Gateway Program fellows, who have moved to D.C. from various parts of the country in order to build a meaningful career in the nation's capital. ANCA Friday HyeLights networking events are generally held on the third Friday of each month at different locations - each offering new opportunities and themes. It builds on our current youth programs and professional development opportunities, including the ANCA Hovig Apo Saghdejian Capital Gateway Program (CGP), which has helped hundreds of qualified Armenian American recent graduates and professionals to secure positions in Congressional offices, federal agencies, think tanks, and other political and policy-making arenas throughout Washington, D.C. #ancapn

TWO DAYS LEFT till our Fall mixer. The ANCA is excited to invite young Armenian professionals to its October Professional Networking Event! Date: Friday, October 18th When: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Where: Salazar | 1819 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 More info: networking@anca.org Strengthen your network and immerse yourself within the DMV-Armenian community. Enjoy an evening of good food, drinks, and company and connect with a number of professionals from numerous industries. Whether you're an established professional or just starting your career, this event provides a unique opportunity to expand your network, share experiences, and learn from one another. Invite your colleagues, friends, and fellow Armenian-Americans to catch up and make many new connections. This event is also an excellent opportunity to meet our Fall 2024 Capital Gateway Program fellows, who have moved to D.C. from various parts of the country in order to build a meaningful career in the nation's capital. ANCA Friday HyeLights networking events are generally held on the third Friday of each month at different locations - each offering new opportunities and themes. It builds on our current youth programs and professional development opportunities, including the ANCA Hovig Apo Saghdejian Capital Gateway Program (CGP), which has helped hundreds of qualified Armenian American recent graduates and professionals to secure positions in Congressional offices, federal agencies, think tanks, and other political and policy-making arenas throughout Washington, D.C. #ancapn

Our 2024 Fall Hovig Apo Saghdejian CGP cohort has joined us in the nation's capital, kickstarting their careers in policy, politics, and media. These driven and talented individuals have come from across the country, and we are excited to support them as they pursue their professional goals in our nation’s capital. With guidance from our mentors and our strong alumni network, they have embarked on a journey that will shape not only their future careers but also the future of Armenian-American advocacy and beyond. To learn more about the program, please visit anca.org/gateway #ANCACGP #ANCAempowerment