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Tuesday, February 19th, 2013
Scenes from the AYF Varak Chapter walkathon
BURBANK-The Armenian Youth Federation- Burbank "Varak" Chapter hosted
a walkathon on February 10 to aid the Armenians currently residing
in Syria. This event raised funds, as well as awareness within the
community, for the Syrian Armenian Crisis.
"Those currently residing in Syria live in a very dangerous environment
as the civil war continues to ignite violence and destruction
throughout the country," said Armen Tashjian, one of the walkathon
participants. Schools, churches, homes, and community centers have
been torn down. Crimes of kidnapping, murder, and torture have been
executed by rebel and militant forces. As a result, thousands of
Armenians have been displaced, while others continue to struggle
living in the midst of a cross-fire.
Registration began at 10 a.m., where dozens of concerned community
members signed up to participate in the walkathon. At approximately
10:45 am, the eager participants began their 3.5 mile walk toward
the Burbank Youth Center. During the walk, volunteers passed out
informational postcards to stores and pedestrians on the way. The
participants reached their destination at 12:45 pm. Upon arrival, a
member of the Syrian Armenian Relief Fund, Mher Tavidian, spoke about
the organization, highlighting what it does and how it's effective .
"It was great to see AYF and non-AYF members alike unite under a
common cause to show that we care about the well-being of brothers
and sisters in Syria. As diasporan Armenians, it is our duty to offer
helping hands to fellow Armenians who are in need of aid," said Harry
Pehlivanian, a member of the AYF-Burbank "Varak" Chapter.
Founded in 1933, the Armenian Youth Federation is the largest and most
influential Armenian American youth organization in the United States,
working to advance the social, political, educational and cultural
awareness of Armenian-American youth. For additional information and
to participate in Syrian assistance efforts visit the Syrian Armenian
Relief Fund's website: www.syrianarmenianrelieffund.org
http://asbarez.com/108340/walkathon-benefits-syrian-armenians/
Tuesday, February 19th, 2013
Scenes from the AYF Varak Chapter walkathon
BURBANK-The Armenian Youth Federation- Burbank "Varak" Chapter hosted
a walkathon on February 10 to aid the Armenians currently residing
in Syria. This event raised funds, as well as awareness within the
community, for the Syrian Armenian Crisis.
"Those currently residing in Syria live in a very dangerous environment
as the civil war continues to ignite violence and destruction
throughout the country," said Armen Tashjian, one of the walkathon
participants. Schools, churches, homes, and community centers have
been torn down. Crimes of kidnapping, murder, and torture have been
executed by rebel and militant forces. As a result, thousands of
Armenians have been displaced, while others continue to struggle
living in the midst of a cross-fire.
Registration began at 10 a.m., where dozens of concerned community
members signed up to participate in the walkathon. At approximately
10:45 am, the eager participants began their 3.5 mile walk toward
the Burbank Youth Center. During the walk, volunteers passed out
informational postcards to stores and pedestrians on the way. The
participants reached their destination at 12:45 pm. Upon arrival, a
member of the Syrian Armenian Relief Fund, Mher Tavidian, spoke about
the organization, highlighting what it does and how it's effective .
"It was great to see AYF and non-AYF members alike unite under a
common cause to show that we care about the well-being of brothers
and sisters in Syria. As diasporan Armenians, it is our duty to offer
helping hands to fellow Armenians who are in need of aid," said Harry
Pehlivanian, a member of the AYF-Burbank "Varak" Chapter.
Founded in 1933, the Armenian Youth Federation is the largest and most
influential Armenian American youth organization in the United States,
working to advance the social, political, educational and cultural
awareness of Armenian-American youth. For additional information and
to participate in Syrian assistance efforts visit the Syrian Armenian
Relief Fund's website: www.syrianarmenianrelieffund.org