Los Angeles, CA – The Armenian National Committee of America - Western Region (ANCA-WR) is proud to announce that Republican Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-40) will be honored with the organization’s 2025 "Legislator of the Year" Award at its highly anticipated Annual Awards Banquet Gala, taking place on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles. The ANCA-WR "Legislator of the Year" Award is presented annually to an elected official who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, unwavering commitment to justice, and strong advocacy on issues of importance to the Arm (more...)

Los Angeles, CA — The Armenian National Committee of America - Western Region (ANCA-WR) is proud to announce the formation of its 2025 Annual Banquet Gala Committee, comprised of dynamic professionals and community advocates who will lead preparations for the organization’s landmark event, scheduled to take place on October 26, 2025, at the Fairmont Century Plaza (2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA). The ANCA-WR Gala Banquet serves as the premier gathering of Armenian-Americans from across the Western United States, honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to (more...)

The Armenian National Committee - Western Region Board mourns the loss of Nichan Kulukian

“Nichan was a pillar of our community and a steadfast supporter of the ANC and the Armenian Cause. His lifelong commitment to justice, truth, and the future of our people was unwavering. Whether through his activism, his mentorship, or simply by showing up—Nichan set the example for what it means to be devoted (more...)

The Armenian National Committee of America - Western Region (ANCA-WR) proudly announces the launch of its 2025 Summer Internship Program welcoming twelve dynamic and motivated students who will embark on a transformative journey of advocacy, education, and leadership development. (more...)

The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region (ANCA-WR) remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing legislation that fosters cultural inclusion, safeguards historical truth, and strengthens educational equity throughout California. As part of our broader advocacy work at the state level, we are actively monitoring a series of legislative proposals that reflect the core values and long-standing concerns of the Armenian-American community. Some of these bills have recently advanced through key stages of the legislative process. Read about thes (more...)