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Watch GagruleLive Queens of Syria: a documentary tells the story of fifty women from Syria, Video

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Los Angeles: Queens of Syria (the documentary) Film screened at UCLA Northwest Campus Auditorium,

Tells the story of fifty women from Syria, all forced into exile in Jordan, who came together in Autumn 2013 to create and perform their own version of the Trojan Women, the timeless Ancient Greek tragedy all about the plight of women in war. Not one of them had ever acted before.

What followed was an extraordinary moment of cross-cultural contact across millennia, in which women born in 20th century Syria found a blazingly vivid mirror of their own experiences in the stories of a queen, princesses and ordinary women like them, uprooted, enslaved, and bereaved by the Trojan War. It was a process charged with emotion and fraught with challenges, as long buried issues came to the surface, and at times the project itself hung in the balance.
Post-show discussion and reception to follow.

 

Director of latest Armenian Genocide movie in Yerevan: We didn’t shoot it for just a month, but for 100 years

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Terry George, the director of The Promise, the latest movie about Armenian Genocide, is in Armenia’s capital city of Yerevan; this is his second visit to the country. He visited Armenia for the first time four years ago, to conduct studies for this film.
During Friday’s press conference, George said when he heard from non-Armenian filmmakers or audience that they had never heard of the Armenian Genocide and are surprised that the United States or Great Britain have not recognized it to this day and that the Turkish government denies the genocide, he believes this movie is a success.

The director added that he basically came across two views from those who watched this movie: “We knew very little about the Armenian Genocide,” and “We knew nothing about it.” He expressed a view that The Promise solves some educational issues also in this regard.

And, besides, in Terry George’s words, they are trying to draw attention—through this film—to the refugees’ issue which still exists. He noted that the greatest crime of the 20th century has not yet been recognized by the international community, and that is why today we see what is happening in Syria and Myanmar.

The filmmaker stated that they did not shoot The Promise for just a month, but for 100 years.

In turn, Eric Esrailian, the co-producer of this film, attached importance to Chris Cornell, the composer and performer of the soundtrack of The Promise. To note, Cornell committed suicide in May.

As per Esrailian, despite not being an Armenian, Chris Cornell was so caring about the Armenian Genocide issue, he had put his heart and soul into his song, and he condemned genocide denial.

By Shushan Shatikyan

Update Version: UC Irvine Installment of Dr. Berberian as Meghrouni Presidential Chair in Armenian Studies “Video”

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The UC Irvine School of Humanities’ Installment of Dr. Houri Berberian as Meghrouni Family Presidential Chair in Armenian Studies was a historical event and momentous occasion and celebration. Supported by Vahe and Armine Meghrouni, the Meghrouni Family, and the local Armenian-American community, this event served as a capstone of nearly a decade of tireless work by many involved in this initiative since 2007.

The program speakers:

Dr. Vahe Meghrouni, primary benefactor of Meghrouni Family Presidential Chair in Armenian Studies
Mrs. Sylvie Terzatkian, community volunteer leader for UCI Armenian Studies
Mrs. Alexis Meghrouni-Rivas, daughter of Vahe and Armine Meghrouni and member of UCI Armenian Studies community advisory group
Dr. Houri Berberian, Meghrouni Family Presidential Chair in Armenian Studies and Director, UCI Armenian Studies
Dr. Touraj Daryaee, Maseeh Chair in Persian Studies & Culture and Director, Samuel Jordan Center for Persian Studies and Culture at UCI

“With the addition of Professor Houri Berberian, the future of Armenian Studies at UCI, a program that started with small course offerings and community lectures, has grown into an emerging field of study at the UCI School of Humanities,” says Georges Van Den Abbeele, UCI’s Dean of Humanities.
for more information visit: Program in Armenian Studies

For more information, visit UCI Armenian Studies:

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Video-Interview & Touring Armenian Aviation Center, A system Comparable to the world Best,

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By Wally Sarkeesian,
(YEREVAN) It might surprise many of the Armenian Diaspora used to hearing about institutional shortcomings in Armenia’s government services, but the aviation regulator (the General Department of Civil Aviation, and air traffic control agency ARMATS is comparable or better than many of the world’s developed nations, according to the UN’s aviation watchdog, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).  Both Armenian agencies are based at Zvartnots International Airport, Yerevan.

Ranked at an impressive 85% compliance with ICAO’s international standards, this better than Sweden (84%) and Turkey (84%) and just below that of Germany (90%) and the United States (91%). By comparison, Russia has a rating of only 71% and Azerbaijan has a lowly 43%. In fact an earlier audit of Armenia in 2007 had awarded an even higher score at 96% to Armenia, one of the best in the world!
According to visiting ICAO Regional Officer Air Traffic Management Len Wicks, Armenians should recognise the excellent work by the aviation regulator and ARMATS to provide a safe and efficient aviation system. He particularly noted the modern air traffic control system that ARMATS had installed, which was able to manage all current air traffic demands safely and efficiently. Mr. Wicks expected that more flights would operate through Armenian airspace, especially given the conflicts affecting many of the neighbouring nations.
ARMATS Director General Artur Gasparyan agreed that Armenia was fully capable of handling much more air traffic and even the future ‘free flight’ environment planned by Europe. Armenia is a member of the European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation (EUROCONTROL), unlike Azerbaijan.
Armenia has managed, despite all the difficulties for a small nation, to develop an excellent aviation system to safely welcome travellers like tourists, businessmen and diaspora to landlocked Armenia. It’s something all Armenians can be proud of.
Gagrule.net like to Thank All leadership of  “Armats” Armenian air navigation service for the great hospitality 
Mr. Len Wicks for his expertise,
and Liana Vardanian for assisting with the Interview.

 

Video-Interview Repat Armenia Executive Director Vartan Marashlyan

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By Wally Sarkeesian,

Yerevan: The Repat Armenia is a very important bridge connecting the Diaspora Armenian with the homeland, www.gagrule.net Founder Wally Sarkeesian interview  Mr. Vartan Marashlyan executive Director at Repat-Armenia head office in Yerevan.

The Repat Armenia Foundation, a non-governmental, non-profit institution, was established in August 2012 to take the concept of active repatriation promotion to the next level, with a full time, dedicated staff based in Yerevan and a network of supporters worldwide.

Inform, initiate and actively champion the return of high-impact (professional, entrepreneurial) individuals and families to Armenia to secure the future development of the Armenian nation.

Repat Armenia unites hundreds of like-minded people with diverse backgrounds and life experiences, who provide potential repatriates and newcomers with soft landing and networking support, by providing information and necessary resources for those who wish to engage with Armenia.

Visit Repat-Armenia: http://repatarmenia.org/en/about-us/who-we-are

The UCI School of Humanities’ Installment of Dr. Berberian as Meghrouni Presidential Chair in Armenian Studies “Video”

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From left to right, SylvieTertzakian, Dean of Humanities Georges Van Den Abbeele, Dr. Garo Terzatkian, Dr. Houri Berberian, Dr. Vahe Meghrouni, Dr. Armine Meghrouni, Wally Sarkeesian

The UC Irvine School of Humanities’ Installment of Dr. Houri Berberian as Meghrouni Family Presidential Chair in Armenian Studies was a historical event and momentous occasion and celebration. Supported by Vahe and Armine Meghrouni, the Meghrouni Family, and the local Armenian-American community, this event served as a capstone of nearly a decade of tireless work by many involved in this initiative since 2007.

The program speakers:

Dr. Vahe Meghrouni, primary benefactor of Meghrouni Family Presidential Chair in Armenian Studies
Mrs. Sylvie Terzatkian, community volunteer leader for UCI Armenian Studies
Mrs. Alexis Meghrouni-Rivas, daughter of Vahe and Armine Meghrouni and member of UCI Armenian Studies community advisory group
Dr. Houri Berberian, Meghrouni Family Presidential Chair in Armenian Studies and Director, UCI Armenian Studies
Dr. Touraj Daryaee, Maseeh Chair in Persian Studies & Culture and Director, Samuel Jordan Center for Persian Studies and Culture at UCI

“With the addition of Professor Houri Berberian, the future of Armenian Studies at UCI, a program that started with small course offerings and community lectures, has grown into an emerging field of study at the UCI School of Humanities,” says Georges Van Den Abbeele, UCI’s Dean of Humanities.

for more information visit: Program in Armenian Studies

For more information, visit UCI Armenian Studies:

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Los Angeles: Reunion of Iraqi Homenetmen members of Baghdad, Mosul & Kirkuk “Video”

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By Wally Sarkeesian

Los Angeles: December 4th, 2016 former Iraqi Homenetmen members under sponsorship of Homenetmen USA Western Region organized a reunion event devoted to “Iraqi Homenetmen Past & Present” and appreciation to honor Iraqi
Homenetmen executive members. Iraqi Homenetmen was established in Baghdad, 1956 and expended to Mosul and
Kirkuk. During its more than 60 years of existence, Homenetmen has experienced trials and tribulations as well as maturity and growth. Main sports included within the various Homenetmen programs include:
football
basketball
volleyball
track and fields
cycling
Since its establishment in 1918-Homenetmen has played an essential role in helping to shape the character and leadership capabilities of generations of Armenian youth. Through its scouting and athletic programs Homenetmen has
preserved the Armenian spirit and addressed the needs of Armenian communities in the diaspora.

Homenetmen was founded in 1918 in Constantinople by Shavarsh Krissian, Hovhannes Hintliyan and Krikor Hagopian. The first Homenetmen Executive Committee was formed on December 16, 1918. Four Homenetmen chapters were
soon opened in various Constantinople neighborhoods.
Today, Homenetmen is a worldwide organization with over 25,000 members on five continents. These Homenetmen families are governed by a Central Executive Committee which includes representative members from the major continents. Through the years Homenetmen has sponsored numerous international athletic events and tournaments and has held scouting jamborees in Greece-Canada-France-Bulgaria-Armenia-and the United States.

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Wally Sarkeesian In Yerevan DigiTec Exploring Armenian Youth Talent. VIDEO

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DigiTech Expo-2016 annual technological exhibition opened at the Yerevan Expo Exhibition Complex of the Yerevan Scientific and Research Institute of Mathematical Machines.

The main goal of the Exhibition, which was held September 30-October 2 under the title A Feast for the Technological Armenians, is to create a favorable communication environment for the companies, customers and the public engaged in the technological sphere as well as to present the real situation with the Armenian information and telecommunication technologies, achievements, and prospects.

The President of Armenia toured the exhibition hall, familiarized with the products and services presented by the companies, conversed with the representatives of the companies about their work and future development programs. Among over 120 companies participating this year at the DigiTech-2016 besides the prominent local companies, there are leading firms from the Russian Federation, US, China, and India.

Special Thanks to Liana Vardanyan for her assistant.

Transforming Armenian Villages “Adopt A Village Project” – connecting Diaspora “Video”

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Transforming Armenia
On 29 September 2016 something magical happened in Vayots Dzor Province, Armenia. It wasn’t just the sound of Armenian music or the dancing of young villagers. It was a day when the Armenian diaspora were able to connect directly with their fellow Armenians in a unique way.
The Adopt-a-Village Project (AAV) is an idea by Australia/New Zealand genocide activist Len Wicks, who is author of Origins: Discovery, a novel that features Armenia. Len married Armine Hakobyan in 2011 and since then has been on a quest for positive change in the Fatherland.
Everyone present – diaspora, tourists, dignitaries and ordinary villagers – were captivated by the simple concept of each village in Armenia having a mentor who organized direct assistance from the diaspora and friends of Armenia living in the diaspora nation. AAV uses direct, transparent micro-projects to avoid corruption. The scheme has the potential to systematically transform the nation, by strengthening the economic independence of the most vulnerable Armenians in rural villages. It’s surprising that this hasn’t been done before.

We witnessed a gathering of people from around the world at the unveiling of the Karas Monument – designed by Len as a tourist icon to symbolize the start of the Silk Road Wine Trail that he’s promoting for tourism. Excited young villagers unfurled a 125 metre Armenian flag from the monument, singing Mer Hayrenik.
They were happy to know that others cared for them and the future was brighter.
It was noted that villagers have to play their part too. They have to clean up their village, learn languages and welcome guests, especially the supporting diaspora.
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Special AAV projects were celebrated in three different villages: Rind (supported by the diaspora in Thailand), Areni (New Zealand) and Shatin (Australia). It’s an innovation intended to prepare villages for tourism and encourage the young to stay. Should we wait until the villages depopulate and die, vulnerable to those who desire our homeland?
If you would like to learn more about the Armenian Church-endorsed AAV Project, please check out the information at http://originsdiscovery.com/Adopt-a-Village.html, and contact Len through his website contacts. On the news page you can see the interviews about AAV on Armenian TV.

Meet ZARA Bodaghyan the Dynamic TUMO for Creative Technologies Marketing Director VIDEO

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Interview ZARA Bodaghyan Marketing Director TUMO for Creative Technologies at Yerevan Digitech

By Wally Sarkeesian,

I had the pleasure meeting ZARA Bodaghyan at Yerevan DigiTech; she is a very dynamic person, full of information about digital technologies.

The Tumo Center for Creative Technologies,  is a free of charge digital media learning center in Yerevan, Armenia. Since its opening in 2011, the center has provided thousands of students aged 12–18 an open environment where they can use the latest in digital tools, learn from media professionals, and explore the intersection of technology and art.

Tumo is a non-profit venture founded by Sam and Sylva Simonian who fully fund its educational program through the Simonian Educational Foundation.