Armen Nercesian My name is Armen Nercesian. I was born and raised in a suburb of Detroit, Michigan in a 100% Armenian family as the oldest of 3 children. Growing up, I have always been a dedicated student and athlete, balancing school with either football or track and field. I have also been very involved in...
Today Armenians everywhere celebrate the 95th anniversary of the First Republic of Armenia. The AYF-YOARF Eastern Region extends its warmest wishes of pride and triumph to the Armenian community both here in the Diaspora and especially in Haiastan. As the leading organization for Armenian youth in America and across the globe, the AYF-YOARF takes its responsibilities...
In just one week, our 2013 interns will touch down in the Motherland; some returning for more, others setting foot in Armenia for the first time in their lives. Follow their journey throughout Armenia right here as we blog daily from the Motherland with live blurb, photo, and video updates about the great works our...
Armenian-Americans from across the Greater Washington, DC area called for an end to U.S. complicity in Turkey's genocide denial at a White House rally held just days before President Obama's annual April 24th statement. The April 21st “Let Your Voice be Heard for Genocide Recognition!” protest was organized by the Armenian Youth Federation "Ani" Chapter, in...
The AYF-YOARF Eastern Region mourns the lives lost in the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013. To date, three people, including one child, have been killed by two bombs exploding at the finish line of the race. More than 130 others - runners and spectators - were injured. Runners and their families and friends from all...