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Serj Tankian to Receive ANCA-WR ‘People’s Champion’ Award

GLENDALE – The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region announced that it will award Armenian-American musician, composer, and political activist Serj Tankian of the rock band System of a Down with the “People’s Champion” Award at the 2018 ANCA-WR Gala on Sunday, October 7 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.

“Serj Tankian plays an exemplary role by utilizing his strong and influential voice as a successful musician to bring the Armenian Cause to the attention of the world stage by reaching millions of his fans worldwide. For his years of activism on this front, as well as for his mo (more...)

British House of Lords Member Baroness Caroline Cox to Receive ‘Advocate for Justice’ Award at ANCA-WR Gala

GLENDALE – The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region announced that it will bestow its 2018 “Advocate for Justice” Award to British House of Lords Member Baroness Caroline Cox, at the 2018 ANCA-WR Gala in recognition of her consistent efforts aimed at advocating the interests of Artsakh and its people, as well as bringing international attention to the plight of Artsakh and the injustices waged against it by Azerbaijan. (more...)

ANCA-Backed Armenia Environmental Legislation Rewards Reforestation with Debt Forgiveness

Senate Assistant Democratic Leader Richard Durbin and Rep. Katherine Clark introduce Parallel Measures in the Senate and House WASHINGTON, DC – Senate Assistant Democratic Leader Richard Durbin (D-IL) and Rep. Katherine Clark (D-MA)introduced legislation today aimed at reversing the rapid deforestation of Armenia and Haiti, seeking to restore Armenia’s native forests to their pre-1990 level within 10 years, reported the Armeni (more...)

‘Architects of Denial’ Team to be Honored at 2018 ANCA-WR Gala

GLENDALE – The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region will award the “Architects of Denial” executive producers and team including David McKenzie, Montel Williams, Dean Cain, Laura McKenzie, and Elizabeth Stanton with the distinguished ANCA-WR Excellence in Media Award at the 2018 ANCA-WR Gala on Sunday, October 7 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. (more...)

2018 ANCA-WR Gala Set for Oct. 7

GLENDALE—The Armenian National Committee of America–Western Region announced that the organization’s 2018 ANCA-WR Gala has been set to take place on Sunday, October 7 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills. The dynamic group of dedicated volunteers making up the 2018 ANCA-WR Gala Core Committee will be chaired by ANCA-WR Board Member Steve Artinian.

“Each year, the ANCA-WR is fortunate to be able to attract such a talented group of dedicated volunteers to organize and host the Armenian community’s most anticipated event, with a moving and professional presentation of distinguished honorees who help advance the Armenian C (more...)

A Behind the Scenes Look at the ANCA-WR Summer Internship

BY NICOLE ARSLANIAN University of Southern California, Class of May 2021 ANCA-WR Summer Intern 2018

Throughout my years of attending an Armenian school, I have become aware of the hardships and challenges that stand in the way of the Armenian community- both in our homeland and in the diaspora. Thus, as a member of this united community, I truly believe it is my responsibility to take part in ensuring the well-being of as many people affected by these obstacles. (more...)

ANCA Grassroots Advocates Hit Capitol Hill

--Community Leaders from Across America Press ANCA Policy Priorities during Congressional Meetings

WASHINGTON, DC – Armenian Americans visiting Washington, DC for the centennial of the First Armenian Republic and the Smithsonian’s landmark Armenia: Creating Home program took to Capitol Hill today to advance the Armenian National Committee of America’s (ANCA) policy priorities – a qualitative strengthening of U.S.-Armenian relations, security and status for the independent Artsakh Republic, and justice for the Armenian Genocide. (more...)

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Armenian Professionals Summer Mixer Helps Raise Over $8,000 for Demining Efforts in Artsakh
08/15/2018

ANCA-WR to Recognize Internship Participants at 2018 ANCA-WR Gala
08/10/2018

Serj Tankian to Receive ANCA-WR ‘People’s Champion’ Award
08/03/2018

British House of Lords Member Baroness Caroline Cox to Receive ‘Advocate for Justice’ Award at ANCA-WR Gala
07/26/2018

ANCA-Backed Armenia Environmental Legislation Rewards Reforestation with Debt Forgiveness
07/25/2018

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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.

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

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