Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA)

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 14TH! Are you a student leader or activist passionate about Armenian issues? Apply to the Armenian National Committee of America’s prestigious 2025 Leo Sarkisian Summer Internship! Spend six weeks working toward your career goals while simultaneously advocating for Artsakh and Armenia. Apply today to not only contribute to the advancement of Armenian policy issues but also explore career opportunities in the nation’s capital. The program is open to students with various academic backgrounds and/or career plans – everyone will have a purpose and benefit from the program at the ANCA. Accepted participants will live in the ANCA Aramian House, a unique opportunity to connect with our Armenian identity and create lifelong friendships. The 2025 ANCA Leo Sarkisian Internship program will run from June 16th to July 25th, 2025. Apply by April 14th, 2025. To apply, visit anca.org/internship If you have any questions, email lsi@anca.org

ATTENTION UNIVERSITY STUDENTS AND RECENT GRADUATES! Are you a student leader or activist passionate about Armenian issues? Apply to the Armenian National Committee of America’s prestigious 2025 Leo Sarkisian Summer Internship! Spend six weeks working toward your career goals while simultaneously advocating for Artsakh and Armenia. Apply today to not only contribute to the advancement of Armenian policy issues but also explore career opportunities in the nation’s capital. The program is open to students with various academic backgrounds and/or career plans – everyone will have a purpose and benefit from the program at the ANCA. Accepted participants will live in the ANCA Aramian House, a unique opportunity to connect with our Armenian identity and create lifelong friendships. The 2025 ANCA Leo Sarkisian Internship program will run from June 16th to July 25th, 2025. Apply by March 31st, 2025. To apply, visit anca.org/internship If you have any questions, email lsi@anca.org

The ANCA, welcoming National Security Advisor Mike Waltz's public call for Azerbaijan's release of Armenian hostages, looks to US to press for: 1) The collected, protected return of Armenians to Artsakh 2) The withdrawal of Azerbaijani forces from sovereign Armenian territory [Interview in Armenian]

Grateful to the Congressional Armenian Staff Association (CASA) members who shared their insights on career opportunities on Capitol Hill with our ANCA Rising Leaders during our Lucine Kouchakdjian Capitol Hill day. Each speaker - many alumni of the Hovig Apo Saghdejian Capital Gateway Program - offered first-hand accounts on life on Capitol Hill and how to succeed in a myriad of roles there. In addition to the 'lunch and learn' session with CASA, the #RisingLeaders are visiting 400 Congressional offices today, urging U.S. Representatives to co-sign a bipartisan letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio to enforce Section 907 restrictions on U.S. military aid to Azerbaijan. Co-sponsored by the AYF Eastern US and Western US, ANCA Rising Leaders and the Lucine Kouchakdjian Capitol Hill Day are made possible through a generous grant by Mr. Dean Shahinian, Esq., and the family and friends of Mrs. Lucine Zadoian Kouchakdjian. To learn more about ANCA youth and career programs, visit anca.org/youth #ANCARisingLeaders #CareerEmpowerment #CivicEngagement #ArmenianIdentity #YouthEmpowerment

📣 Mark Your Calendars! The AYF Eastern US Central Hai Tahd Council is kicking off 2025 with an Advocacy 101 webinar on March 27th at 8:00 PM EST! Learn how to make a difference for the Armenian Cause — whether on Capitol Hill or in your local community. 🎙 Featuring ANCA leaders: 🔹 Dr. Ara Chalian, ANCA Eastern Region Chairperson 🔹 Alex Galitsky, ANCA Policy Director 🔹 Gev Iskajyan, ANCA National Grassroots Director ✅ Register now: bit.ly/CHTCAdvocacy101 or scan the QR code on the flyer! Let’s work together to strengthen pro-Armenian advocacy. #youthempowerment #civicengagement #ArmenianAdvocacy #ANCAxAYF

The ANCA Rising Leaders had a fascinating and inspiring conversation on careers in journalism and law with two trailblazers in their fields - Charlie Mahtesian of POLITICO & human rights attorney Kate Nahapetian. From navigating the corridors of power in Washington to amplifying truth and justice through storytelling and legal advocacy, Mahtesian and Nahapetian shared powerful insights on professional excellence and civic engagement. Co-sponsored by the AYF Eastern US and Western US, ANCA Rising Leaders and the Lucine Kouchakdjian Capitol Hill Day are made possible through a generous grant by Mr. Dean Shahinian, Esq., and the family and friends of Mrs. Lucine Zadoian Kouchakdjian. To learn more about ANCA youth and career programs, visit anca.org/youth #ANCARisingLeaders #CareerEmpowerment #CivicEngagement #ArmenianIdentity #YouthEmpowerment

ANCA's Gev Iskajyan kicked off Day 2 of the second session of the Rising Leaders program with a focus on the importance of youth voices in pro-Armenian civic activism, an in-depth discussion on Azerbaijan's genocidal ethnic cleansing of Artsakh, and efforts to hold Azerbaijan accountable and support the protected return of the Artsakh's Armenian population. Co-sponsored by the AYF Eastern US and Western US, ANCA Rising Leaders and the Lucine Kouchakdjian Capitol Hill Day are made possible through a generous grant by Mr. Dean Shahinian, Esq., and the family and friends of Mrs. Lucine Zadoian Kouchakdjian. To learn more about ANCA youth and career programs, visit anca.org/youth #ANCARisingLeaders #CareerEmpowerment #CivicEngagement #ArmenianIdentity #YouthEmpowerment

The ANCA is excited to welcome students from across the U.S. and Canada to the second session of ANCA Rising leaders this evening - kicking off the four-day program laser-focused on career development and pro-Armenian advocacy, with participants making friends for life. Joining the ANCA's Elizabeth Chouldjian and Nareg Mesrobian, special thanks to Nayiri Shahnazarian and Alex Manoukian for spotlighting Armenian Youth Federation volunteer programs - in the U.S. and Homeland - to strengthen connections with our Armenian identity and cause. Co-sponsored by the AYF Eastern US and Western US, ANCA Rising Leaders and the Lucine Kouchakdjian Capitol Hill Day are made possible through a generous grant by Mr. Dean Shahinian, Esq., and the family and friends of Mrs. Lucine Zadoian Kouchakdjian. To learn more about ANCA youth and career programs, visit anca.org/youth #ANCARisingLeaders #CareerEmpowerment #CivicEngagement #ArmenianIdentity #YouthEmpowerment

Thank you to everyone who joined us for tonight’s ANCA “Blossom and Build” networking event at Mission Dupont! It was a great evening filled with reconnecting with old friends, meeting new faces, and strengthening the Armenian American professional network—and our community allies—across the DC area. ANCA’s Friday HyeLights networking series takes place on the third Friday of each month at rotating venues, each with its unique theme and vibe. The series builds on ANCA’s broader commitment to youth engagement and professional development—through programs like the Hovig Apo Saghdejian Capital Gateway Program (CGP), which has helped hundreds of Armenian American graduates and professionals land roles in Congress, federal agencies, think tanks, and policy circles throughout Washington, D.C. Interested in future events or learning more about our programs? Visit anca.org/youth or email networking@anca.org to get involved. #ancapn #ArmenianYouth #YouthEmpowerment #ArmenianProfessionals