Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA)

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ANCA Hosting “Accountability | 2024” – a Capitol Hill Gathering Demanding Justice for Azerbaijan’s Genocide of Artsakh’s Armenians -- The Congressional program will cap a two-day ANCA advocacy “fly-in” by community activists WASHINGTON, DC – Congressional leaders, community activists, and coalition partners will gather on Capitol Hill on September 19th for a program dedicated to holding Azerbaijan accountable for its 2020-23 genocide of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh), calling for the safe return of indigenous Armenians under a global mandate and international protection, reported the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA). The event, which will start at 6:00 pm on September 19th, marks the first anniversary of Azerbaijan’s brutal September 19-20, 2023 military offensive against Artsakh, which culminated – after ten months of blockade, in the genocidal ethnic cleansing of over 120,000 ethnic Armenians from their historic homeland. https://lnkd.in/esxT2Vyv

TONIGHT! The ANCA is excited to join the Armenian Assembly of America to co-host this month’s Friday HyeLights “Summer in the City” Professional Networking Event! Date: Friday, August 23rd When: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Where: Mission Dupont | 1606 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 More info: info@aaainc.org / 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. 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. The ANCA appreciates the opportunity to collaborate with different organizations, expand professional networks and coalitions, and advance shared community priorities. #ancapn

ANCA Summer Spotlight: Meet Andre Akopyan, a student at Kamiak High School in Mukilteo, WA. Andre is actively involved in various clubs and activities, serving as vice-president of his school’s ASB, director of Student Council, and VP and co-founder of the Model UN club. Outside of school, he is dedicated to his Armenian community, attending and volunteering at Holy Resurrection Armenian Apostolic Church, with aspirations to join the board of his ACYO chapter. "I want to get more heavily involved in the Armenian Apostolic Church Western Diocese and get my ideas out there. As a 17-year-old, I am overjoyed to see the inner workings of the ANCA and the US capital," says Andre. The ANCA was proud to host Andre as part of the Kasparian Summer Academy, and looks forward to supporting him as he deepens his involvement in the Armenian community and explores the inner workings of advocacy in Washington, DC. #ANCASummer #ANCAyouth #RisingLeaders #YouthVoices

ANCA Summer Spotlight: Meet Taleen Haleblian, a rising senior at Belmont High School in Belmont, MA, with a keen interest in international relations and diplomacy. Taleen is an active member of the AYF Greater Boston “Njdeh” Chapter, where she serves on the executive board. She is also a proud graduate of St. Stephens Armenian Elementary School and a co-founder of New Armenians, an Armenian cultural club that introduces Armenian youth to academics across various fields. "Through the Kasparian Summer Academy, surrounded by passionate students and staff, I look forward to learning more about the advocacy work the ANCA does to help spread awareness for Artsakh and Armenia across the United States," says Taleen. The ANCA was proud to host Taleen and looks forward to supporting her as she deepens her understanding of advocacy and contributes to spreading awareness for Artsakh and Armenia. To learn more about the ANCA's youth empowerment programs, visit anca.org/youth. #ANCASummer #ANCAyouth #RisingLeaders #YouthVoices

THIS FRIDAY! The ANCA is excited to join the Armenian Assembly to co-host this month’s Friday HyeLights “Summer in the City” Professional Networking Event! Date: Friday, August 23rd When: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Where: Mission Dupont | 1606 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 More info: info@aaainc.org / 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. 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. The ANCA appreciates the opportunity to collaborate with different organizations, expand professional networks and coalitions, and advance shared community priorities. #ancapn

ANCA Summer Spotlight: Meet Tigran Poghosyan, a rising freshman majoring in political science at UCLA. In high school, he served as the fundraising chair of Armenian Youth Education Aid, co-founded Armenian Youth of Southern California, and co-presided over his high school’s Armenian club. Through fundraisers and events, Tigran has helped support impoverished schools, educational centers, and communities in Armenia. He has also raised awareness about Armenia in his local community and traveled to Armenia to complete various projects. As someone born and raised in Armenia, Tigran is passionate about spreading awareness and advocating for our homeland. "I look forward to participating in the ANCA Kasparian Summer Academy to learn and explore Capitol Hill and learn how I can be an advocate for the Armenian Cause," says Tigran. The ANCA was proud to host Tigran and looks forward to supporting him as he continues to advocate for Armenia and the Armenian Cause. To learn more about the ANCA's youth empowerment programs, visit anca.org/youth. #ANCASummer #ANCAyouth #RisingLeaders #YouthVoices"

"I understand now that we, the youth, are not just the future of our nation — we are its present, its heartbeat, its unwavering soul." - ANCA Maral Melkonian Avetisyan Summer Fellow Nareh Aseyan muses about her internship in DC and the community leader that inspired the program. Read her piece in the Armenian Weekly https://lnkd.in/gDnZbFST

ANCA Summer Spotlight: Meet Laura Forbes, a rising senior at Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions in Houston, TX, with aspirations to major in Political Science on the Pre-law path. Laura is actively involved in her Armenian community, attending AYF "Dro" chapter events and tutoring Armenian youth to help future generations thrive. This summer, she gained real-world legal experience working at a law firm, building connections with lawyers and judges. She is also an enthusiastic member of her school’s debate club, earning numerous awards. "I am extremely grateful for this opportunity to gain experience working with the ANCA and government representatives and advocating for Armenian policies because it provides me with irreplaceable memories and skills. I hope the advocacy and communication skills I learn through this academy become an extension of my future and enhance my career," says Laura. The ANCA was proud to host Laura as part of the Kasparian Summer Academy and looks forward to supporting her as she builds on her advocacy and communication skills to enhance her future law and public service career and serve the Armenian Cause. To learn more about the ANCA's youth empowerment programs, visit anca.org/youth. #ANCASummer #ANCAyouth #RisingLeaders #YouthVoices

"In the depths of despair, we clung to fragments of identity. We held onto faith, our spirits refusing to be broken. Our language, our culture, and our stories became weapons of resistance, defying the oppressors’ attempts to erase us from history." -- ANCA Kasparian Summer Academy alumna Catherine Bosnoian inspires in this prose-poetry piece titled "Echoes of Silence." Read the full piece in The Armenian Weekly: https://lnkd.in/e5eZntNa