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The Armenian nation is at a moment of deep crisis. Recent events are sending shockwaves through Armenia and across our expansive Diaspora. As we have at critical junctures in the Nation’s history, AGBU is speaking out to call for restraint and...

A powerhouse of philanthropic vision and a pillar of strength to the Armenian community of Lebanon, steel industrialist Sarkis Demirdjian left this world on June 8, 2025, at age 92, with an indelible legacy that spans...

Montreal/Toronto — Sam Simonian, President of the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU), completed a visit to Montreal and Toronto from May 1 to May 4, marking the second leg of his tour across the AGBU global community, which...

The Goriz Extended program, organized by AGBU Europe, took place on April 5–6, 2025, in Paris. As many as thirty young Armenian professionals from ten different countries convened in the salons of the 16th arrondissement Town Hall to participate in...

AGBU Arts is proud to present the “Armenians in Jazz” tour, a series of performances highlighting the artistry and contributions of Armenian jazz musicians. The tour features internationally recognized artists...

The programs I joined have enabled me to affirm a large part of my identity. Growing up with AGBU gave me the opportunity to delve into the heart of Armenian culture, which has deeply nurtured my love for it.After completing a Master's degree in...

To the International Community: As major Armenian diasporan organizations worldwide and NGOs working in the Republic of Armenia, we the undersigned, are writing to urge you to take immediate action to end Azerbaijan’s political...

With the recent passing of acclaimed sociologist Dr. Edward Ashod Tiryakian, grandson of Yervant Aghaton—the co-founder and a driving force behind the growth of AGBU—we are reminded of the legacy that both grandfather and grandson leave to humanity,...

On February 11, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom and members of their team met with leadership from the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) Western Region and the Sahag Mesrob Armenian Christian...

AGBU made me realize that you do not have to speak the Armenian language to be Armenian. While the language is obviously very important, being Armenian is for me a commitment, a feeling of belonging to a cause that is part of a history that goes...