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AGBU is proud to partner with AGBU Central Board member Vahe Gabrache to co-found the Swiss-Armenian Academy of Hospitality (SAAH) in Gyumri. Based on the world-renowned Swiss educational model, this new vocational education and training program in...

The Applied Policy Research Institute of Armenia, also known as APRI Armenia, has been recognized as one of the “100 Think Tanks to Watch 2025” by the prestigious global platform called On Think Tanks, joining a distinguished list that...

In his fourth official visit to AGBU communities since assuming leadership, AGBU President Sam Simonian recently completed a multi-city tour of London, France, and Geneva, reaffirming the organization’s commitment to...

We, the AGBU Central Board of Directors, are watching with grave concern events in Armenia, especially the escalating situation between the State and the Church, two foundational institutions that, together with the Armenian Diaspora, are essential...

Between August 31 and September 7, AGBU President Sam Simonian continued his global tour of the AGBU network of Districts and Chapters, where he deepened ties with the vibrant Armenian communities in Melbourne and Sydney. Accompanied by his wife...

From July 16-20, AGBU FOCUS 2025 marked a milestone moment with Armenia hosting the global summit for the first time. The five-day event drew 600 young professionals from 28 countries far and wide—from Argentina, Brazil, Canada and China to...

Montreal/Toronto — Sam Simonian, President of the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU), completed a visit to Montreal and Toronto from May 1 to May 4, marking the second leg of his tour across the AGBU global community, which...

The uncontained wildfires that escalated the week of January 6, 2025 has thrust tens of thousands of residents of the Greater Los Angeles area into a state of crisis. The destruction is of a magnitude among the worst in the history of the state of...

The year 2024 marks a time of transitions, most notably when I assumed the position of eighth president of AGBU, succeeding Berge Setrakian. His remarkable 22-year presidency followed his decades of service on the AGBU Central Board. It is an honor...

The sad news of the untimely passing of former AGBU Central Board member M. Michael Ansour at age 70 marks a time to reflect on the life of a dedicated servant of the Armenian community. Ansour's tenure on the AGBU Central Board lasted 22 years from...