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March 2018

Mar 27
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ANCA GLENDALE TO HOST 2ND ANNUAL AWARD AND APPRECIATION DINNER

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Glendale CA – The Armenian National Committee of America – Glendale (ANCA Glendale) is proud to announce the 2nd annual Award and Appreciation Dinner to take place on Thursday, May 3rd, 2018 at Renaissance Banquet Hall in Glendale. ANCA Glendale will host this annual event in order to honor remarkable individuals and local organizations and highlight their notable achievements and commitment to the betterment of the Glendale community. The ANCA Glendale Youth Activist Award will be awarded to Lilit Bazikyan and Shant Eulmessekian for their commendable leadership skills, extensive record of activism and engagement in both the community and educational field.  Miss Bazikyan is a sophomore at Glendale Community College studying Mathematics, she has served as the Vice President of Organizations, Treasurer of the Armenian…

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Mar 21
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ANCA GLENDALE LAUNCHES SCHOLARSHIP FOR GUSD STUDENTS

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Glendale CA – The Armenian National Committee of America – Glendale (ANCA Glendale) has established the 2018 ANCA Glendale Upstander Scholarship in order to recognize students who have witnessed injustices occur, and as upstanding citizens, taken steps to address those injustices and prevent them from happening in the future. Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to qualified students who have demonstrated a strong sense of social responsibility, commitment to justice and taken the initiative to stand up for an individual or group of people who are being disadvantaged. “ANCA Glendale is proud to announce this partnership with the Glendale Unified School District. For years we have placed a special emphasis on education and youth mentorship, and it is our sincerest pleasure to announce this scholarship…

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Mar 15
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ANCA Glendale Supports Renaming a Downtown Street to Artsakh Street

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Glendale, CA – On Tuesday, March 13, 2018 the Glendale City Council unanimously voted to initiate the process of renaming a public right of way in honor of the Republic of Artsakh. Among the several alternatives provided by the city staff, was the option to rename the stretch of Maryland Avenue between Harvard and Wilson Street. The Armenian National Committee of America – Glendale (ANCA Glendale) expressed strong support for the option to rename Maryland Avenue to Artsakh Street. Referring to the option of renaming Maryland Avenue, ANCA Glendale, Community Outreach Director Margarita Baghdasaryan stated that, “the area, which is situated in the Glendale Arts and Entertainment district sees significant foot traffic, attracts thousands of shoppers every day, and is home to several local Armenian…

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Mar 05
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Glendale Fire and Police Departments to Host Open Recruitment

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Glendale CA – The Armenian National Committee of America – Glendale (ANCA Glendale) in partnership with the Glendale Fire Department and Glendale Police Department will host an open recruitment and information session for students and young professionals who are interested in a career as a police officer or firefighter, on Saturday, March 24th at 1:00 PM at the Glendale Youth Center, Main Hall (211 W. Chestnut St. Main Hall, Glendale, CA 91204). The recruitment will be held in collaboration with the Glendale Community College Armenian Student Association, Armenian Youth Federation Glendale “Roupen” Chapter, ANCA Professional Network and Homenetmen Glendale “Ararat” Chapter. The recruitment and information session will serve as an opportunity to learn about these career options, network with professionals working in the field, and discover the necessary resources to start your…

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