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AGBU Cultural Center Opens Doors to Students of Sahag Mesrob Armenian Christian School After Devastating LA Fire

In the wake of a catastrophic wildfire that destroyed the Pasadena campus of Sahag Mesrob Armenian Christian School, up to 190 students from Kindergarten through 8th grade will temporarily relocate to the AGBU Vatche and Tamar Manoukian Cultural...

AGBU Donates $100K to Support LA Wildfire Disaster Relief Efforts by American Red Cross and World Central Kitchen

The uncontained wildfires that escalated the week of January 6, 2025 has thrust tens of thousands of residents of the Greater Los Angeles area into a state of crisis. The destruction is of a magnitude among the worst in the history of the state of...

Message de fin d'année du Président de l’UGAB

L’année 2024 marque un tournant important, avec ma nomination en tant que huitième président de l’UGAB, succédant à Berge Setrakian. Pendant 22 ans, il a dirigé l’organisation après des décennies d’engagement exemplaire au sein du Conseil...

AGBU Reflects on the Inspired Life of Former Board Member M. Michael Ansour 

The sad news of the untimely passing of former AGBU Central Board member M. Michael Ansour at age 70 marks a time to reflect on the life of a dedicated servant of the Armenian community. Ansour's tenure on the AGBU Central Board lasted 22 years from...

AGBU President Sam Simonian Visits South American Armenian Communities to Strengthen Ties and Inspire New Initiatives

On November 12, 2024, the newly installed president of the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) Sam Simonian completed a nine-day landmark tour of key cities in South America, reinforcing the organization’s mission to foster cultural,...

Transmettre notre héritage

Marie-Ange Siranousian

Depuis mon enfance, j’ai eu la chance de vivre pleinement la richesse de ma double culture, mêlant mes racines arméniennes et mon identité française. Mon engagement à l’UGAB a été une extension naturelle de cet héritage, mais aussi une véritable...

Future Forward

Hagop and Iroula Manuelian plant their stake in tomorrow

We are all committed to giving back, especially to AGBU. You could say that my father’s legacy lives on.Written for AGBU Impact Magazine 2024 by Lisa Jerejian. Photos by Jay Watson.Over the years, Hagop Manuelian and his wife Iroula have...

A Name that Spells Success

Peter and Irene Vosbikian help AGBU thrive

My and Irene’s involvement began in the 1980s, and we continue supporting the good work of the Assembly until this day. I am honored to remain an AAA Lifetime Trustee.Written for AGBU Impact Magazine 2024 by Talia Jebejian Bouldoukian.

A Well-Constructed Life

Emil Menasserian built his life around the people and places he loved

Written for AGBU Impact Magazine 2024 by Lisa Jerejian. Photos by Tony Healey.As a Mason and a Shriner, Emil Menasserian (1937-2022) was a firm believer in the power of fellowship and community. He also recognized the importance of empathy...

Food for Thought

Albert and Terry Bezjian’s inspired ideas create opportunities for youth

Today’s Armenian youth should focus on getting the best education possible to ensure a bright future. We are pleased to do our part in supporting them via AGBU—a cornerstone of the Armenian Nation.Written for AGBU Impact Magazine 2024 by...