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Armenian Youth Federation
Western United States
104 N. Belmont St. Suite 206 Glendale, CA 91206
Tel. (818) 507-1933 * Fax. (818) 240-3442 * [email protected]
PRESS RELEASE ~ 2007-12-17
Contact: Vache Thomassian ~ Tel: (818) 507-1933
PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE ANSWERS QUESTIONS FROM ARMENIAN YOUTH
AYF Hosts Town Hall Meeting with Vahan Hovannesian
Los Angeles- The Armenian Youth Federation of the Western United States was
pleased to welcome 2008 Armenian Presidential Candidate Vahan Hovannesian to
Ferrahian High School on Sunday to meet with Armenian-American youth and
answer questions they had regarding current issues affecting Armenia as well
as the Diaspora.
In his opening remarks Mr. Hovannesian emphasized that meeting with the
youth was the most valuable meeting he had during his weeklong visit to the
United States, simply because the youth are the future of our nation.
Hovannesian, who is currently the Vice Chairman of the Armenian National
Assembly, as well as an ARF Bureau member, addresses a crowd of over 150
youth in an unprecedented discussion session.
"For the first time, we have an Armenian presidential candidate who has
recognized the importance of the Diaspora, especially the youth, and who has
taken the time to talk to them" noted attendee Talar Boyajian.
During the 2 hour gathering AYF Central Executive member Tro Krikorian posed
questions to Mr. Hovannesian, submitted by AYF members in advance. Audience
members were also given an opportunity to submit additional questions on the
spot. The topics addressed were on a broad range of issues, from the new
laws pertaining to dual citizenship, to corruption in Armenian government,
to the Karabagh peace process.
"Continually engaging our youth and our student community to learn more, ask
more and demand more from our leadership in Armenia is one way we can secure
a brighter future for our homeland" asserted AYF Central Executive Chairman
Caspar Jivalagian. "We appreciate the foresight shown by Mr. Hovannesian in
addressing concerns of the youth. Even though we will not be able to
directly participate in the upcoming presidential elections, we will
certainly continue to concern ourselves with the issues that affect
Armenians and the platforms of all potential leadership candidates"
continued Jivalagian.
Please be sure to visit www.AYFwest.org <http://www.ayfwest.org/> for a
complete podcast of the event.
Founded in 1933, the Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) has grown to become the
largest and most influential Armenian American youth organization; with
chapters throughout the United States and affiliated organizations around
the world. Inspired by our past and motivated by the needs of the future,
the AYF actively strives to advance the social, political, educational and
cultural awareness of all Armenian youth.
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Western United States
104 N. Belmont St. Suite 206 Glendale, CA 91206
Tel. (818) 507-1933 * Fax. (818) 240-3442 * [email protected]
PRESS RELEASE ~ 2007-12-17
Contact: Vache Thomassian ~ Tel: (818) 507-1933
PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE ANSWERS QUESTIONS FROM ARMENIAN YOUTH
AYF Hosts Town Hall Meeting with Vahan Hovannesian
Los Angeles- The Armenian Youth Federation of the Western United States was
pleased to welcome 2008 Armenian Presidential Candidate Vahan Hovannesian to
Ferrahian High School on Sunday to meet with Armenian-American youth and
answer questions they had regarding current issues affecting Armenia as well
as the Diaspora.
In his opening remarks Mr. Hovannesian emphasized that meeting with the
youth was the most valuable meeting he had during his weeklong visit to the
United States, simply because the youth are the future of our nation.
Hovannesian, who is currently the Vice Chairman of the Armenian National
Assembly, as well as an ARF Bureau member, addresses a crowd of over 150
youth in an unprecedented discussion session.
"For the first time, we have an Armenian presidential candidate who has
recognized the importance of the Diaspora, especially the youth, and who has
taken the time to talk to them" noted attendee Talar Boyajian.
During the 2 hour gathering AYF Central Executive member Tro Krikorian posed
questions to Mr. Hovannesian, submitted by AYF members in advance. Audience
members were also given an opportunity to submit additional questions on the
spot. The topics addressed were on a broad range of issues, from the new
laws pertaining to dual citizenship, to corruption in Armenian government,
to the Karabagh peace process.
"Continually engaging our youth and our student community to learn more, ask
more and demand more from our leadership in Armenia is one way we can secure
a brighter future for our homeland" asserted AYF Central Executive Chairman
Caspar Jivalagian. "We appreciate the foresight shown by Mr. Hovannesian in
addressing concerns of the youth. Even though we will not be able to
directly participate in the upcoming presidential elections, we will
certainly continue to concern ourselves with the issues that affect
Armenians and the platforms of all potential leadership candidates"
continued Jivalagian.
Please be sure to visit www.AYFwest.org <http://www.ayfwest.org/> for a
complete podcast of the event.
Founded in 1933, the Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) has grown to become the
largest and most influential Armenian American youth organization; with
chapters throughout the United States and affiliated organizations around
the world. Inspired by our past and motivated by the needs of the future,
the AYF actively strives to advance the social, political, educational and
cultural awareness of all Armenian youth.
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