Today, the Los Angeles World Affairs Council joins communities across the United States and around the world in observing Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day.

 

We honor the memory of the estimated 1.5 million Armenians who were systematically killed between 1915 and 1923, and we recognize the enduring legacy carried forward by survivors and their descendants.

 

As an organization dedicated to global understanding, civil dialogue, and the advancement of human rights, we reflect on the lessons of history and reaffirm our commitment to education, mutual respect, and the prevention of atrocities wherever they may occur.

 

We also acknowledge and celebrate the vibrant Armenian community in Los Angeles and Southern California, the largest outside of Armenia, whose cultural, civic, and economic contributions enrich our region and strengthen the fabric of our shared community.

 

On this day of remembrance, we stand with the Armenian people and all those committed to ensuring that the lessons of history are neither forgotten nor repeated.

 

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About the Los Angeles World Affairs Council

 

The Los Angeles World Affairs Council is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting civic engagement and civil discourse. For more than seven decades, the Council has served as Los Angeles’ premier forum for global affairs, convening diverse voices to examine international challenges and opportunities. Through its signature programs, including the World Prize Gala, Town Hall Series, and High School Program, the Council reaches thousands annually, fostering informed citizenship and preparing Los Angeles to engage with the world. For more information, visit https://lawac.org.