AGBU (Armenian General Benevolent Union)

Celebrate Women’s History Month with beautifully curated items from AGBU Women Entrepreneurs program members, including rings, scarves, candles, and tote bags. Link: agbubookstore.org/collections/ag… Support the AGBU Women Entrepreneurs program: agbu.org/women-entrepre…

The first session of AGBU ACT (Armenian Come Together) is almost done, but several more trips this year are being planned. AGBU ACT participants aged 18 and up carry out several service projects across different regions of Armenia. Link: agbu.org/act

This summer, take charge and showcase your talents at AGBU Camp Nubar - located in New York's majestic Catskill Mountains. We’re seeking potential counselors eager to lead, inspire, and make a real difference. Apply today at: campnubar.org

Do you remember someone who recognized your potential and helped guide your path? That lasting impact is at the heart of the AGBU GLP & YP Mentoring Program. Dates: June 14–August 8, 2026 (Boston & New York) and June 14–July 25, 2026 (Yerevan) Link: agbu.org/glpyp-mentorin…

On March 13, Chapter and Committee members throughout the region joined AGBU President Sam Simonian, Honorary President Berge Setrakian and more for a cocktail reception at the AGBU Vatche and Tamar Manukian Cultural Center, where attendees celebrated AGBU’s 120th anniversary.

Last week, AGBU Western Region was honored to welcome AGBU President Sam Simonian, Honorary President Berge Setrakian, members of the Council of Trustees, and the Central Board for a roundtable discussion that brought together community members and regional leaders.

Recently, the city of Munich, Germany, vibrated to the rhythm of Armenian folk music. Over 350 participants from 12 countries gathered for the fourth edition of Armenian Folk in Motion, an event organized in partnership by UGAB France and AGBU Germany.

Medieval Armenian prayer scrolls once offered spiritual protection to travelers, families, and the vulnerable, blending faith, folklore, and creativity in ways that reveal a deeper human desire for safety and meaning. Learn more in AGBU Magazine: agbu.org/spheres-influe…

On the Greek island of Corfu, you can still discover Armenian cultural heritage in names like kaimaki ice cream and hear it in stories passed down through generations. Learn more in this detailed article from the latest issue of AGBU Magazine. Link: agbu.org/spheres-influe…

March is National Reading Month, and the AGBU Bookstore has what you need! Reading is a critical component of education and professional development. Enhance your mind and knowledge of Armenia: agbubookstore.org #nationalreadingmonth #readingisfun #readingisfundamental

Applications for the 11th edition of AGBU's Arménie Terre de Vie program are now open! This year, the initiative will take place from July 3 to 24th, and volunteers will carry out multiple community service missions in Armenia's Tavush region. Link: agbu.org/armenie-terre-…

The second session of AGBU's Discover Armenia program this summer is sold out - but don't worry! Because there are still spots open for session 1, held June 25 to July 13. Register today before spots fill up for session one: agbu.org/discover-armen…

It is now Mid-Lent, a time when Armenians reward themselves for making it halfway through the Lent season. In addition, it is customary to bake gata, a flat sweet bread, and hide a coin in it. Each person takes a piece, and whoever discovers the currency shall have good fortune!

One summer can shape a lifetime - there is still time to make yours count in 2026! A few spots remain in the AGBU Global Leadership Program with the Yerevan cohort. Applications are open until March 16 to join, so apply today before space runs out! Link: agbu.org/global-leaders…

An annual tradition, the AGBU Toronto Musical Talent Show brings together young music students for a delightful musical afternoon. The latest edition of the show took place on March 1, where 31 budding musicians, ages 8 and up, presented a varied musical program.

The Armenian diaspora in Malaysia, while small, has a long history dating back to the 16th-17th centuries, with a peak of about 500 people in 1897. Primarily concentrated in Georgetown (Penang), Malacca, and Kuala Lumpur, early Armenians were key merchants. 📷: @littlearmenias

Let's check and see what AGBU scouting groups worldwide are up to this time of year! In some areas, outdoor activities are increasing as the weather warms up, but wherever they are in the world, AGBU scouts stay active. Learn more about scouting at: agbu.org/scouts

The AGBU SF Winter Gala 2026 is in the books, and what a great time it was! The recent three-day gathering in California brought together Armenian young professionals worldwide for six unique events designed to create new connections while supporting an important cause.

France is home to one of the most vibrant Armenian diasporas in the world, shaped by centuries of resilience, and civic engagement. Discover how generations of French‑Armenians have helped shape public life, deepen ties between the two nations Link: agbu.org/spheres-influe…

📌For years, the Armenian Virtual College has been a pioneering force in advancing Armenian education worldwide through its Hybrid Education Program, expanding access to Armenian language, history, and culture across borders. 📌Read more here: avc-agbu.org/news/insights/…