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Established in 1989, the Iranian Association of Boston (IAB) is a non-political, non-religious organization and has no affiliation with any political or religious organization. The Iranian Association of Boston is dedicated to promoting the cultural and social understanding of Iranian Americans as well as encouraging mutual understanding between Iranian Americans and the community at large in the Boston area.
The Hamazkayin Armenian Educational and Cultural Society Eastern Region was founded in Cairo on May 28, 1928. We aim to empower our chapters and membership to nurture and promote Armenian arts and culture. Given our millennia long history, we are cognizant of the dynamic nature of the concept of identity. To that end, we strive to maintain our cultural identity and heritage and are committed to grow and further the contribution of the Armenian culture to the complex tapestry of world civilizations.
In 1990, three dynamic women from Boston, Massachusetts, from diverse backgrounds, skills and experiences, shared a common belief: the need for a new Armenian organization made up of women, governed by women, and focused on the interests and needs of women. It was against this background that in 1991, Eva Medzorian, Barbara Merguerian and Olga Proudian came together to formally organize the Armenian International Women’s Association (“AIWA”), a nonprofit organization with members worldwide. Without alignment to any political or religious group, since its inception, AIWA has been successful in bringing together creative women of various generations, diverse in interests and academic backgrounds, to fulfill its mission.
The Tekeyan Armenian Cultural Association (TCA) was established in 1947 in Beirut, Lebanon, named after the poet Vahan Tekeyan. It aims to preserve the Armenian Culture and Heritage in the Diaspora, and to promote cultural, spiritual and educational ties with the homeland, irrespective of political and ideological barriers.
The TCA is part of a network of similarly affiliated branches in about a dozen countries covering North America, Europe, the Middle East and Armenia. It acts as a major cultural organization bridging Armenian Diaspora communities with one another and with Armenia. The various branches have their own regional cultural centres, schools and publications.
The Armenian Cultural and Educational Center (ACEC) is a non-profit organization that has been serving as home to a number of Armenian cultural and educational organizations since 1980.
Our mission, set in motion upon the founding of the Center in 1980, is inherent in the name given to the facility by our elders: the Armenian Cultural and Educational Center. We strive to build a sense of community among Armenian Americans living in and around metropolitan Boston. We do this by maintaining a modern, safe and secure facility for organizations to hold their concerts, exhibits, lectures and gatherings at the Center. Our educational component covers an all day elementary school, Saturday and Sunday educational programs for children and adults, as well as after school activities such as music instructions, dance classes and Scouting programs. Our aim is to help the development of good citizenship and the prevention of juvenile delinquency through the promotion of youth-oriented programs and activities which foster awareness in the Armenian heritage and American Civil Society.
The Armenian Cultural Association of America (ACAA), is a 501(c)(3) that sponsors cultural and educational projects both in the Republic of Armenia and the Diaspora.
The Armenian Cultural Association of America, Inc. (ACAA) was organized in February of 1969 with the following purposes:
- To assist and support needy and impoverished people of Armenian origin;
- To assist, support and encourage institutions, such as homes for the aged, orphanages and schools organized and functioning to aid those of Armenian origin in their general welfare;
- To assist, support and encourage educational institutions and charitable organizations which encourage and develop the Armenian cultural heritage;
- To aid students, authors, artists and researchers who are pursuing intellectual efforts in the areas of Armenian culture and education;
- To publish educational, scientific and literary books which reflect Armenian culture, with the object of raising the educational, cultural and intellectual standards of the community.
The Armenian Relief Society (ARS) is a non-profit, independent, non-sectarian and non-governmental organization (NGO), a member of the United Nations – with affiliate entities in 27 different countries serving the social, educational, health, and welfare efforts of the Armenian people throughout the world.
Serving our communities and homeland takes real commitment and vision. For more than 110 years, our members have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action and make our community, homeland, and world a better place.
Armenian Youth Federation is an international, non-profit, youth organization that stands on five pillars that guide its central activities and initiatives.
The AYF promotes bringing Armenian youth of all ages together, regardless of their backgrounds to focus on the advancement of social, cultural, educational, political, and athletic causes. These five pillars enable our members to flourish successfully as individuals and teach them how to lead their communities. On our own, we are great, but when we work together for a common cause, our collective presence is indisputably visible.
Homenetmen is a non-profit organization, that provides the Armenian youth with a moral, physical, and social education. In addition, it exposes the youth to the wealth of the Armenian culture and heritage, prepared outstanding and law abiding Armenian American Citizens.
The Armenian General Athletic Union and Scouts known as HOMENETMEN, is a non-profit organization which was founded on 1918. Since its establishment, Homenetmen has played an essential role in helping to shape the character and leadership capabilities of generations of Armenian youth. Through its scouting and athletic programs. Homenetmen has preserved the Armenian spirit and addressed the needs of Armenian communities in the Diaspora.
The Homenetmen experience is one of lasting association. The organization promotes a sense of fraternity and humanitarianism which extends far beyond mere camaraderie and benevolence. Homenetmen's motto "Elevate Yourself and Others With You" is a poignant reminder of the fundamental objective-striving for individual and collective excellence.
