News Archives

Reset

AGBU Supports the Special Day of Prayer for Armenian Captives in Azerbaijan

This Sunday, November 10, 2024—at the request of His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians—the Armenian faithful around the world will join a special prayer service for the Armenian POWs still held captive in...

The Message of His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, at the 93rd General Assembly of AGBU

Esteemed Chairman of the Armenian General Benevolent Union’s Council of Trustees, Mr. Vatche Manoukian, Distinguished Honorary President Mr. Berge Setrakian, Honorable President of the Central Board, Mr. Sam Simonian, Beloved...

President Berge Setrakian’s Farewell Address Delivered at the 93rd General Assembly

It is my privilege to be with you today. The General Assembly is the forum that allows our Central Board to report on our achievements over the preceding two years, assess the state of the organization, and plan for its future. Accountability to...

President Sam Simonian’s Acceptance Speech at the 93rd General Assembly

To Your Holiness Karekin II, my fellow AGBU Central Board members, Council of Trustees, and distinguished guests, members and friends of AGBU, both present here today and around the world: Thank you.   I am truly honored to stand on the...

AGBU President Appeals to US Secretary of State to Ensure the Release of All Armenian Detainees from Azerbaijan

The Honorable Antony J. Blinken Secretary U.S. Department of State 2201 C Street NW Washington, DC 20520 August 23, 2024 Dear Secretary Blinken, As the president of the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU), the...