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We are proud to celebrate another successful summer season for participants of the AGBU Global Leadership Program in Yer...
08/26/2026

We are proud to celebrate another successful summer season for participants of the AGBU Global Leadership Program in Yerevan, New York City, and Boston.

This summer, GLP NY participants joined a virtual panel with Accenture, gaining valuable insights into opportunities in the IT industry. In Boston, participants marked the culmination of their program with a celebratory gathering alongside supervisors, colleagues, coordinators, and GLP committee members. In Yerevan, the experience continues to be transformative—offering opportunities for participants to expand their leadership skills, develop professionally, and deepen their personal growth through a variety of interactive workshops.

Learn more: https://agbu.org/global-leadership-program

08/26/2026

Repost • Little Armenias

Run. Walk. Donate. Support Camp Nairi.

On September 20, join Armenians worldwide for AGBU’s first Global Run to benefit Camp Nairi, a place for children and their families who have endured hardship due to conflicts in recent years.

To learn more, register and join a team and/or donate, visit: https://agbu.org/global-run-2026

Every step builds a brighter tomorrow.

As Associate Dean at Columbia Business School, Gracy Sarkissian is helping students and professionals navigate an ever-c...
08/25/2026

As Associate Dean at Columbia Business School, Gracy Sarkissian is helping students and professionals navigate an ever-changing world of work by encouraging them to lead with curiosity, adaptability, and purpose. In the latest issue of AGBU Insider, she shares how an unexpected path into higher education became a career dedicated to empowering others to build meaningful, lasting success.

Find inspiration in Gracy's journey and explore why embracing change, leading with purpose, and knowing yourself are essential to long-term success.

Read the full story here: https://agbu.org/dream-jobs/passion-purpose-connection

(A letter from the AGBU Central Board to Ruben Rubinyan, President of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia a...
08/25/2026

(A letter from the AGBU Central Board to Ruben Rubinyan, President of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia and Members of the National Assembly).

Dear Mr. Ruben Rubinyan,

The 2026-2031 Program of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, submitted to the National Assembly on August 20, 2026, for consideration and approval, included a comprehensive series of initiatives that the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) recognizes are not our role to comment on.

Where we continue to have strong concern is with the provisions involving the Armenian Apostolic Church, which for centuries has kept alive the Christian faith around the globe, preserved the Armenian identity, and maintained the unity of Armenians worldwide. With the vast majority of its faithful living outside the borders of the Republic of Armenia, the Church has always maintained its independent self-governance.

In line with this history, as well as the Republic of Armenia's own Constitution and Laws, international protections of religious freedom and Canon Law, the Church-related elements in the Government's Program, specifically those relating to the retirement or election of the Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians and the adoption of the Charter of the Church, are not matters to be dictated by any political authority. This centuries-old principle of self-governance reflects the global nature and role of the Armenian Apostolic Church.

We respectfully ask that the National Assembly decline the government's request to intervene on this issue and respect the established and time-honored principles of Church governance.

08/24/2026

Repost • AGBU London & Diocese of The Armenian Church of the United Kingdom & Ireland

His Grace Bishop Hovakim Manukyan is delighted to join 's group of runners and walkers for the AGBU Run for Camp Nairi on September 20, 2026, at Gunnersbury Park.

This amazing initiative supports displaced children from Artsakh and other vulnerable groups. Support it by participating in the 10K run, the 5K walk, or by donating to the Bishop's campaign at https://agbu.org/global-run-2026/team-london/bishop-hovakim

Every step counts. Together, our steps can bring hope, happiness, and brighter opportunities to children who need them most. Please join us and encourage your friends and family to participate or donate!

To learn more and join a team in a different city, visit: https://agbu.org/global-run-2026

With the onset of World War II, AGBU had to suspend operations and fund distributions from its European headquarters. Th...
08/24/2026

With the onset of World War II, AGBU had to suspend operations and fund distributions from its European headquarters. The Central Board, under the leadership of the fourth president, Arshag Karagheusian, made the strategic decision to transfer trusts and reassign administrative operations to New York, allowing subsidies to schools and chapters worldwide to continue. By the end of WWII, AGBU had officially moved its headquarters to the United States with an international base of board members at the helm.

To learn more about AGBU’s storied history, visit: https://agbu.org/who-we-are

08/23/2026

The first-ever AGBU Global Run is less than a month away, and two dozen cities worldwide will participate, including Los Angeles, London, Sao Paulo, and Yerevan. Watch this video to learn how you can sign up and join a team in your respective area for the 10k run or 5k walk.

Donations from the Global Run will go to AGBU Camp Nairi, an initiative dedicated to the youth of tomorrow, who have faced much adversity in recent years. Through programs such as Nairi, AGBU offers them and their families a space to heal and overcome past traumas.

To learn more, donate, and register, visit: https://agbu.org/global-run-2026

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Armenian chess prodigy Tigran Hambardzumyan, just 14 years old, recently made headlines by defeating world number one Ma...
08/22/2026

Armenian chess prodigy Tigran Hambardzumyan, just 14 years old, recently made headlines by defeating world number one Magnus Carlsen in the prestigious Titled Tuesday online tournament.

As a FIDE Master, Hambardzumyan’s remarkable victory is a testament to his extraordinary talent and determination. This is only the beginning for this rising star!

📷: Armenpress

AGBU Camp Nubar concluded its 2026 summer season with the highly anticipated color war, featuring team activities such a...
08/22/2026

AGBU Camp Nubar concluded its 2026 summer season with the highly anticipated color war, featuring team activities such as tug-of-war, volleyball, and relay races. Congratulations to both teams and all participants for their outstanding efforts.

We thank everyone who helped make this summer memorable, and we look forward to welcoming you back in 2027.

Learn More: https://campnubar.org/

This summer, the AGBU Camp Nairi welcomed nearly 1,000 children and their families affected by recent tragedies in Armen...
08/21/2026

This summer, the AGBU Camp Nairi welcomed nearly 1,000 children and their families affected by recent tragedies in Armenia. Held in Hankavan, Camp Nairi gave attendees new friends, fun activities, lasting memories, and, most importantly, a chance to heal. With support from caring psychologists and therapists, the children and their families learned to share their feelings, manage stress, and overcome the painful obstacles they have faced in recent years.

To help benefit Camp Nairi, join us on September 20 for the first-ever AGBU Global Run. This inaugural event will be held in multiple cities worldwide, and participants can choose a 10k run or a 5k walk.

Take the next step: register and/or donate: https://agbu.org/global-run-2026

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