Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day

Armenian Genocide 105th Anniversary COVID-19 Humanitarian Response

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Wednesday, April 22, 2020
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To commemorate the 105th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, a coalition of Armenian community organizations in Southern California launched a nationwide fundraiser in support of Feeding America to provide 1.5 million meals to Americans in need, in honor of Near East Relief and the innocent victims of genocide.

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  • To commemorate the 105th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, a coalition of Armenian community organizations in Southern California launched a nationwide fundraiser in support of Feeding America to provide 1.5 million meals to Americans in need, in honor of Near East Relief and the innocent victims of genocide.
  • The American people and the Armenian nation are inextricably bound thanks to the courage and generosity of the American public in assisting the survivors of the Armenian Genocide, remarked Saro Kerkonian, Chair of the Armenian Genocide Committee.
  • These resolutions marked the first official recognition of the Armenian Genocide by the United States, ending decades of genocide denial at the behest of Turkey.
  • Both the House and Senate resolutions firmly rejected Turkeys ongoing denial of the Armenian Genocide, and encouraged public education about the Armenian Genocide and the role of the United States in the humanitarian response.

ALEX AND ANI Launches New Charm Design to Benefit The Armenia Fund On Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day

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Tuesday, April 24, 2018
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Now through December 2018, 20% of the purchase price of the new Armenian Flower Expandable Necklace ($38) and Armenian Flower Expandable Wire Bangle ($38) will benefit the Fund.

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  • Now through December 2018, 20% of the purchase price of the new Armenian Flower Expandable Necklace ($38) and Armenian Flower Expandable Wire Bangle ($38) will benefit the Fund.
  • Also known as a Forget-Me-Not, the flower is a symbol of remembrance, representing the passion and history of the Armenian people, honoring ancestors and genocide victims.
  • Along with the launch of this special partnership, ALEX AND ANI will donate 20% of sales proceeds from all site-wide online purchases on Tuesday, April 24th (Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day) to the organization, with the use of code DONATE20.
  • "Ending homelessness in Armenia's earthquake zone is an attainable goal and Alex and Ani is a valuable partner in that endeavor".