AIWA-SF Armenian International Women's Association San Francisco Affiliate

AIWA-SF Armenian International Women's Association San Francisco Affiliate AIWA-SF is an affiliate chapter of the Armenian International Women’s Association. www.aiwasanfrancisco.com

AIWA-SF leadership team members had the great honor of joining ‘s Pearl Anniversary Gala celebration and annual meeting...
05/04/2026

AIWA-SF leadership team members had the great honor of joining ‘s Pearl Anniversary Gala celebration and annual meeting in Los Angeles.

Attendees from across the globe are beginning to gather as we prepare for tomorrow’s gala — an evening dedicated to hono...
11/08/2025

Attendees from across the globe are beginning to gather as we prepare for tomorrow’s gala — an evening dedicated to honoring the luminous legacy of Diana and Lucille Apcar. This moment of distinction calls for both celebration and reflection — upon a lineage that spans centuries and a spirit that continues to inspire generations.

Lucille Apcar, granddaughter of Diana Apcar, the first female diplomat, carried forward her grandmother’s torch with quiet strength and unwavering pride. Through her words and deeds, she ensured that the legacy of her family — rich with courage, compassion, and vision — would never fade, but burn ever brighter.

In her memoir, Shibaraku: Memories of Japan, 1926–1946, Lucille painted vivid portraits of an extraordinary childhood shaped by heritage and history. Descended from a noble Armenian lineage, her ancestors helmed the renowned Apcar Line, a steamship company that traversed the waters of the Indian Ocean and South China Sea, anchoring finally at the Port of Kobe, Japan.

Her grandparents’ journey began in Rangoon, Burma, in 1889 — a union that would chart a course through continents and cultures. From Burma to Kobe, and then to Yokohama, they built A. M. Apcar & Co., an import-export enterprise that would stand as a testament to resilience and enterprise. When tragedy struck early, Diana Apcar, widowed and steadfast, raised her family and managed the business with wisdom and resolve.

During the dark years of the early 1900s, when the Armenian people faced unspeakable persecution, Diana’s home became a refuge. She opened her doors — and her heart — to those fleeing the Ottoman Empire’s violence, even purchasing homes to help them rebuild their lives. More than a diplomat, she was a visionary — a humanitarian, writer, and advocate whose courage transcended her time.

It is through this indomitable spirit that her granddaughter, Lucille, inherited the strength to lead, to create, and to remember. Together, their lives illuminate a legacy of integrity, courage, leadership, and compassion — a legacy that continues to guide us, reminding us that from the steadfast roots of ancestry, the light of inspiration never fades.

📣 SOLD OUT! ✨We are so excited to celebrate legacy, connection, community as we honor the legacy of Diane Apcar, the fir...
11/06/2025

📣 SOLD OUT!

✨We are so excited to celebrate legacy, connection, community as we honor the legacy of Diane Apcar, the first female diplomat and her Granddaughter Lucille Apcar, who bequeathed her estate to us.

❤️Join us and be a part of something special- where extraordinary happens through the power of community and connection.

🎉 Better together - please consider contributing to our impact - link in bio

Rosa Linn to perform at !Rosa Linn born in Vanadzor, Armenia represented Armenia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 ...
10/26/2025

Rosa Linn to perform at !

Rosa Linn born in Vanadzor, Armenia represented Armenia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 (with over 1.2 billion streams across Spotify for her viral song “SNAP”) she has collaborated with talented songwriters such as Rick Nowels, Stevie Nicks, Ed Sheeran & more!

Since she continues to dazzle global audiences worldwide. We are so excited to feature Rosa Linn on 11/8. Get your tickets today.

10/22/2025

Join us November 8 at Four Seasons hotel in Palo Alto to celebrate the legacy of Diana and Lucille Apcar and the launch of FoundHer. Link Below.

Join us on November 8 for a remarkable evening honoring the legacy of Diane Apcar - Author, businesswoman, activist, hum...
10/13/2025

Join us on November 8 for a remarkable evening honoring the legacy of Diane Apcar - Author, businesswoman, activist, humanitarian and diplomat.

Diana’s accomplishments exceeded all reasonable expectations for one lifetime, and yet she did this as a single woman, in a far-off land, over one hundred years ago.

It is our profound honor for us to come together as a community for this very special evening. We look forward to seeing you there, link for tickets in bio.

10/09/2025

30 Days to Go!

The countdown is on. Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring the legacy of Diana Apcar, the first female Armenian diplomat, and her granddaughter Lucille Apcar, whose gift helped launch FoundHer by AIWA.

This landmark gala will raise vital support for FoundHer, AIWA’s initiative providing Armenian women with funding, mentorship, and guidance to build businesses that strengthen communities.

Seats are filling fast. RSVP today to be part of this historic night.

📆 Saturday, November 8, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Four Seasons Hotel, 2050 University Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/6vqe9Gt/AIWASFApcarGala

We are pleased to honor Magdalena Yesil during our 11/8 AIWA - SF gala celebrating the legacy of Diane & Lucille Apcar!M...
10/08/2025

We are pleased to honor Magdalena Yesil during our 11/8 AIWA - SF gala celebrating the legacy of Diane & Lucille Apcar!

Magdalena Yesil is a cofounder and Board Member of Informed.IQ, an AI startup serving the Financial Services industry. She also serves on the Boards of SoFi (SOFI), Smartsheet (SMAR), Picsart, and Plume.

Magdalena is a serial entrepreneur, investor and board member of many of the world’s top technology companies. She was the first investor and founding board member of Salesforce, navigating the Company through the dotcom bust and seeing it through its evolution into a public company, its IPO and beyond.

GALA DETAILS:
Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Four Seasons Hotel, East Palo Alto, CA
Secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gmB-bQhW

Join us for a special evening honoring Diana Apcar, a pioneering humanitarian and diplomat, and her granddaughter Lucille Apcar, whose generosity helped launch FoundHer by AIWA.

This special night will raise vital support for FoundHer, AIWA’s initiative empowering Armenian women entrepreneurs.

We are pleased to announce a student rate for our upcoming gala. The student rate also comes with a 1 year membership to...
10/08/2025

We are pleased to announce a student rate for our upcoming gala. The student rate also comes with a 1 year membership to AIWA NexGen!

📅 Saturday, November 8, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Four Seasons Hotel, East Palo Alto, CA
🎟️ Secure your spot via the link in our bio.

Join us for a special evening honoring Diana Apcar, a pioneering humanitarian and diplomat, and her granddaughter Lucille Apcar, whose generosity helped launch FoundHer by AIWA.

This special night will raise vital support for FoundHer, AIWA’s initiative empowering Armenian women entrepreneurs.

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15732 Los Gatos Boulevard Suite #227
Los Gatos, CA
95032

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