New Director of Programs Will Oversee Internships, Job Placement, and Youth Programming WASHINGTON—The Armenian National Committee of America welcomed Alex Manoukian as a new and powerful addition to its professional staff in the nation’s capital. “The ANCA is proud to have Alex Manoukian join our team of professionals in Washington, DC,” shared ANCA Chairman Raffi…
ANCA-WR Welcomes Two ‘Stop Investment in Turkey’ Bills in Calif. Legislature
The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region welcomed the introduction of two ‘Stop Investment in Turkey’ bills in the California State Assembly and Senate, AB1019 and SB457, respectively.
ANCA-WR Board of Directors Meets with Portantino
The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region Board of Directors and Staff held a productive meeting with California State Senator Anthony Portantino (D-25) to discuss ongoing issues related to the Armenian Cause
Obituary: Dr. Chahin Movses Chahbazian
Chahin Movses Chahbazian, MD. (Chahé or Chah) passed away peacefully on February 10, 2021, with family by his side.
Armenian Caucus Leaders Hail Broad Bi-Partisan Backing for Pro-Artsakh/Armenia Priorities
The support of more than 100 U.S. Representatives on a bi-partisan letter calling on the Biden Administration to pursue pro-Armenian policy priorities underscores the depth and breadth of Congressional commitment to the security of Armenia and Artsakh
Australian Government Supports OSCE Process and Principles Including Self-Determination for Artsakh
Minister for Foreign Affairs Marise Payne has reaffirmed the Australian Government’s support for the OSCE Minsk Group process, highlighting “equal rights and self-determination of people” as one of the three equal principles
Armenian Legislative Caucus Urges Colleagues to Reject Azeri Propaganda
Leaders of the California Armenian Legislative Caucus on Friday urged their fellow lawmakers to “not spread misinformation” emanating from Azerbaijani propaganda material circulated to legislative offices about a fabricated “Khojaly Massacre.”
COAF Provides Emergency Aid for Displaced Families from Artsakh
In the framework of the EU funded “Emergency Aid for Displaced Families from Nagorno Karabakh” RRM action implemented by the Children of Armenia Fund 150 displaced families will receive support.
100 U.S. Representatives Call on Biden Administration to Stand with Artsakh and Armenia
One hundred Members of Congress – from more than twenty U.S. states – have called upon the Biden Administration to undertake concrete steps for Artsakh’s survival and Armenia’s security
Armenia’s Prosecutors Want to Criminalize Defamation of Government Officials
In a move condemned by press freedom groups, Armenian prosecutors have drafted legislation that would make defamation of government, law enforcement and other state officials a crime punishable by up to two years in prison.