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The ANCA has made it easier than ever to ensure your voice is heard in the Halls of Government on the federal, state and local levels, with the ANCA Rapid Responder System.

By signing up, you allow the ANCA to automatically send pre-written letters on your behalf to your legislators. This system ensures that your views and values are shared immediately with key decision makers, every time that the ANCA posts an action alert. This is especially vital when events develop quickly and every minute counts. (We will, of course, forward you a copy of the letter sent on your behalf for your files.) (more...)

ANCA-WR Spotlights Japan-Armenia Relations in Unique Cross-Cultural Event

GLENDALE – The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region’s Community Relations Committee and the Japan America Society of Southern California came together on March 28 to honor the legacy of Viscount Eiichi Shibusawa while spotlighting a significant historical chapter in Japan-Armenia relations.

Over 100 distinguished guests, community leaders, and supporters gathered at Vertigo in Glendale for the event entitled “Interpretation of the Legacy of Eiichi Shibusawa for the 21st Century: The Unknown History of Japan-Armenia Relations,” which featured keynote speakers independent researcher Vicken Babkenian and Ken Shibusawa, the great great gr (more...)

ANCA-WR Endorses Jesse Gabriel’s Bid for AD 45

--Special Election to be held on April 3

GLENDALE – The Armenian National Committee of America-Western Region earlier today announced its endorsement of Democratic candidate, attorney Jesse Gabriel for the California Assembly District 45 special election slated for April 3.

Gabriel is running to replace Matt Dababneh who resigned from his seat at the end of 2017.

Local ANCA chapters North and West San Fernando Valley that fall under the 45th district have also expressed support for Gabriel, who announced his campaign in January. (more...)

ANCA-WR Welcomes 2018 Spring Interns

GLENDALE - The Armenian National Committee of America Western Region is excited to welcome two driven students, Robert Mouradian and Sarkis Kamberian to the 2018 ANCA-WR Spring Internship program. Mouradian and Kamberian, who enter the program from two different fields of study ultimately chose to participate in the internship to develop leadership skills while working towards the advancement of the Armenian American community.

During the internship, the two will participate in a series of weekly workshops and meetings. They will also complete independent and group projects in public affairs and grassroots organizing. (more...)

ANCA Welcomes Artsakh President Sahakyan’s Powerful Message of Peace and Prosperity at U.S. Capitol

WASHINGTON, DC – In a first-ever visit to the U.S. Capitol by an Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh) head of state, President Bako Sahakyan delivered a powerful pro-peace and prosperity message to the American people, thanking U.S. legislators for ongoing aid programs and encouraging continued U.S. leadership toward a durable, democratic resolution of outstanding Artsakh-Azerbaijan status and security issues, reported the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA).

“Our people are building an independent, sovereign, democratic state and civil society,” said President Sahakyan. “We are committed to these ideas consciously. They have been inherited from generatio (more...)

March For Justice on April 24

ON APRIL 24 AT 12:00PM, MARCH WITH US TO DEMAND JUSTICE AND REPARATIONS FOR THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE!

The Armenian Genocide Committee calls upon all segments of our community to join together in a COMMUNITY WIDE MARCH FOR JUSTICE on TUESDAY, April 24, 2018 at 12:00PM from the Pan Pacific Park to the Turkish Consulate in Los Angeles. (more...)

30th Anniversary of Sumgait Pogroms Commemorated at California State Capitol

--Select Committee on California, Armenia and Artsakh Mutual Trade, Art and Cultural Exchange Hosts Inaugural Hearing

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The 30th anniversary of the Sumgait Pogroms was commemorated yesterday at the California State Capitol during the inaugural hearing of the Senate Select Committee on California, Armenia and Artsakh Mutual Trade, Art and Cultural Exchange. (more...)

ANCA Backers Rally to Re-Elect Rep. Valadao

Fresno Legislator Visits LA for Discussion of his Work in Support of Artsakh De-Mining and the Baroness Cox Rehabilitation Center

LOS ANGELES, CA – Friends, supporters and leaders of the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) joined together Tuesday to honor Congressional Armenian Caucus Republican Co-Chair David Valadao’s (R-CA) exemplary legislative leadership in advancing the health and safety of the citizens of the Artsakh Republic (Nagorno Karabakh).

The gathering – chaired by Adour and Arsho Aghjayan – featured remarks by Dr. Alina Dorian regarding the life-transforming work of the Baroness Cox Rehabilitation Center in Stepanakert, (more...)

ANCA-WR Endorses Kevin de León for U.S. Senate

GLENDALE, Calif. – The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region announced this week its endorsement of California Senate Pro-Tem Kevin de León for U.S. Senate. De León, a Democrat from California is challenging Dianne Feinstein, who has held the position since 1992.

De León announced his bid in mid October when he kicked off a rally at the Los Angeles Trade Technical College with numerous supporters.

“Throughout his political career, Kevin de León has been a true friend of the Armenian community, supporting many of our efforts and listening closely to our concerns. Just as he earned the Legislator of the Year award in 2014, he h (more...)

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ANCA-WR Endorses Luz Rivas for Assembly District 39
04/12/2018

LA County Board of Supervisors Commemorates Armenian Genocide
04/11/2018

ANCA-WR Spotlights Japan-Armenia Relations in Unique Cross-Cultural Event
04/04/2018

ANCA-WR Endorses Jesse Gabriel’s Bid for AD 45
03/28/2018

Englander Rescinds Recognition Certificate to Azerbaijani Group
03/21/2018

The ANCA-WR internship program provides a great opportunity for student leaders and activists to gain an in-depth understanding of the American political system, Armenian-American issues and advocacy efforts on the local, state and federal levels.
Turkish Parliament member Garo Paylan accepting the Freedom Award at the 2017 ANCA-WR Gala
HyeCitizen is a bilingual training video for the United States Citizenship Civics Test designed specifically for native Armenian speakers launched by the ANCA-WR. Native Armenian speakers who are applying for US citizenship can access ANCA-WR’s free HyeCitizen bilingual training program for the US Citizenship Civics Test on www.ancawr.org/hyecitizen.
ANCA-WR delegation flanks Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti
Ever thought "We need more Armenian Americans in Congress!"? We have some great opportunities in 2016 - like ANCA-endorsed Katcho Achadjian, who is running for Congress in the Santa Barbara, CA area. Take a moment and "Like" his campaign page - https://www.facebook.com/KatchoAchadjian
Members of the ANCA San Fernando Valley North Chapter, constituents, and ANCA Western Region representatives have a productive and educational meeting with Representative Steve Knight.

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2018 Internship Programs

Applications for the four 2018 Internship Program session are now available. Learn more and apply today.

ANCA WR Spotlight: America We Thank You!

The ANCA Western Region spotlights the generosity by the American people and the efforts by the Near East Relief in rescuing and providing assistance to hundreds of thousands of survivors of the Armenian Genocide.

#HyeVotes

Check out the ANCA Western Region’s innovative campaign to expand the Armenian American voice in the electoral process.

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Use the ANCA’s March to Justice Armenian American online advocacy tool to reach to your legislators on the issues you care about most – with just a few clicks.

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Capitol Advocacy Day to Take Place April 23

The ANCA Western Region encourages our community members and activi (more...)