New York and New Jersey Armenian Community Organiztions and Institutions and Social Media Armenian Groups

AESA - *(on FB) - The Armenian Engineers and Scientist of America, Inc. (AESA) was founded in 1983 in Glendale, California. It is a non-partisan and non-sectarian philanthropic organization focused primarily on addressing the professional, technical and scientific needs of fellow Armenians throughout the world. In 1986, AESA was incorporated in the State of California and was recognized by the US Internal Revenue Service as a non-profit tax exempt institution holding a 501c3 status. Mission: AESA is committed to address the professional, technical, and scientific needs of fellow Armenians throughout the world. Objectives: - Technical and social interaction among Armenian engineers, scientists, industrialists and architects worldwide. - Establish communications and promote technological exchange with experts in science, engineering, industry and architecture from Armenia. - Disseminate knowledge in these fields. - Conduct educational activities and assist Armenian educational communities in these fields. - Recognize outstanding technical achievements by Armenian professionals. You can join on LinkedIn @ http://tinyurl.com/djduvg or follow us on twitter @ http://twitter.com/AESA ||| {304 fans as of Sept 2018} (Website: Contact: Allen Berber

AGBU Young Professionals of Greater New York * (on FB) see also: AGBU Young Professionals of Greater New York - YPGNY (400 fans as of Oct 2018) Established in 1999, AGBU Young Professionals of Greater New York is part of a growing network of global Young Professionals groups, whose mission mirrors AGBU's promise to preserve and promote Armenian identity and heritage by adding dimensions to the lives of young professional Armenians through educational, cultural, social and humanitarian programs. Those wishing to volunteer should visit www.ypgny.org/Gny/volunteer/ or email ypgny@ypgny.org For more information about AGBU YPGNY, please visit: www.ypgny.org (1353 fans as of Oct 2018)

Armenian Network of America - Greater NY Region * (on FB) Since 1984, the Armenian Network of America, Inc. - Greater New York Region has provided Armenian professionals opportunities to connect with one another through various cultural, educational, and social elements. We promote the interests of the Armenian American community through a forum which is ecumenical, non-partisan, global and broad-minded in practice and in opinions. There are 3 regions: Greater New York (1984), Los Angeles (2013), and Washington DC (1986), which operate independently, catering to the dynamics of their designated geographic area. This allows for a flexible organizational infrastructure that meets the needs of local members while maintaining a uniform and cohesive organizational identity. The Armenian Network incorporates Regional Executive Committees, responsible for the management of Network activities/functions within their designated geographic area, and a National Board of Directors, which oversees the management of the corporation. The Armenian Network of America, Inc. - Greater New York Region is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. ||| {2814 fans as of Sept 2018} website: www.armnet.org Contact: Talene Khachadourian Email:

Armenian Prelacy of the Eastern US * (on FB) - founded in 1958 - Website: http://www.armenianprelacy.org - (212) 689-7810 {2038 fans as of September 2018}

Armenian Society of Columbia University * (on FB): This page is for Columbia University students and alumni who are looking for a page to connect with other students/alum under the shared interest of Armenian identity, interest, or issues. The objective of the Armenian Society of Columbia University is to unite all students of Armenian descent throughout the university. The organization is represented by students and alumni from around the world. The ASCU serves the Armenian community at large by promoting Armenian culture, heritage, and history through the organization of social, educational, and charitable events. The ASCU also networks with other Armenian and non-Armenian organization in effort to raise cultural awareness in our society ||| {359 fans as of Sept 2018} - Website:

Eastern Diocese * (on FB) - The mission of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church is to preach the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ and to proclaim its message of salvation. This mission is realized through worship, education, witness, service, and the common life in Christ as expressed in the distinctive faith-experience of the Armenian people. All members of the Armenian Church—both clergy and lay—are called to participate fully in its mission . The Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America, based in New York, oversees more than 60 parishes from the East Coast to Texas. Website: https://armenianchurch.us/ Call 2126860710 (8,715 fans as of Oct 2018)

Hamazkayin has important links: http://hamazkayin-usa.org/links/

Hamazkayin of New Jersey * (FB group) - Hamakayin was founded on May 28, 1928 ||| The goal of the Armenian Educational and Publishing Pan-national (Hamazkayin) Association is to increase the education of the Armenian people through the Armenian language and the Armenian spirit. About: We aim to empower our membership to nurture and promote Armenian arts and culture. Company Overview: The New Jersey chapter was founded on Dec. 1, 1968. The chapter has organized public events, lectures, book events, and other celebrations. In 2005, the childre... See More General Information: The Hamazkayin of New Jersey is a non-profit organization, that has several different groups running in fields such as dance, singing, music, acting, arts and craft, and etc. In addition to organizing cultural events, the Hamazkayin runs schools, publishes books through its printing press, maintains bookstores, publishes a monthly literary magazine, Pakin, and organizes the Hamazkayin Forum. It was founded on May 28, 1928, in Cairo, Egypt by a group of nine Armenian intellectuals, including the writer and educator Levon Shant; historian, critic, and first Education Minister of Armenia, Nigol Aghbalian; former foreign minister of the Republic of Armenia Dr. Hamo Ohanjanian; and stage director and art critic Kaspar Ipekian. email: newjersey@hamazkayin-usa.org website: http://hamazkayin-usa.org/new-jersey (113 fans as of Oct 2018)

Hamazkayin New York - Համազգային Նիւ Եորք * (FB Group) - Website http://www.hamazkayin.org/ Contact: (274 fans as of Oct 2018)

St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church, Douglaston, NY * (on FB) - Our Church stands strong upon the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ and the tradition of the Armenian church fathers. St. SARKIS CHURCH helps you to know and serve our Heavenly Lord better and live according to the principles of Christianity. Address: 38-65 234th St, Douglaston, New York (Douglaston stop on LIRR) Call (718) 224-2275 - website: http://www.stsarkischurch.net/index.html (1,376 fans as of Oct 2018)

New York Armenians * (on FB) - New York Armenian Community and it's social, cultural needs and networking.||| Pari Yegak = Welcome - {NOTE: To join: It's a MUST to respond to the pop up questions. If you add/invite a person, they need to fill the questionnaire for consideration. The main purpose of this group is for the social/business/cultural needs of Armenians in New York City and New York State, including NJ/CT/MA/PA/WASH DC -to network, add events by organizations or promote their businesses. Add their official FB event link. All posts need to be in English or translated. Add your business info as well at the worldwide Armenian Business forum at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ArmenianBusiness/ Please don't post and run: Give a brief summary if it's not easily obvious as to nature of the post. This group is not a forum for political discussions. Any post that doesn't follow the above points, might be removed without warning. This is an Armenian community service done on a voluntary basis: We have several members to assist as admin to manage this community group. Thank you everyone for being part of New York Armenians and Eastern US community group! Shnorhagalutune/Thanks, Lucine Tegnazian FY: If you want to see the posts, simply tick "Get Notifications" and it will show up in your News Feed. It's underneath the like button. ||| Started by Lucine Tegnazian (newyorkhye@gmail.com) {3783 fans as of Oct 2018} - Website: https://newyorkarmenians.wordpress.com/

NY Armenian Home * (on FB) They have a new administrator of NJ Armenian Home (August/September 2018). Neiri Amirian is the Chairman of Board of Directors. email: neiriamirian@aol.com, phone: 917-579-5857 (107 fans as of Oct 2018) website: http://www.newyorkarmenianhome.org/index.htm

NY Armenians * (on FB) - If you have Armenian blood and live in NY, you are welcome to join . Started by Ash Krikorian ||| {1725 fans as of Sept 2018} - Website:

Rutgers Armenian Students Association * (on FB) - Welcome to the Armenian Students Association! The purpose of RASA is to get together and promote the Armenian culture and expand the awareness of current issues affecting Armenians everywhere. But most importantly, we get together and have kef! Among other events which vary from year to year, we hold four annual events: Dr. Asbed Vassilian's Falafel Night, "Opportunities for Armenian Students" Armenian Organizations' Presentations, Armenian Cultural Night, and the Armenian Genocide Commemoration But we want to do many, many more things! So come to meetings, give us your thoughts and ideas and let's make it work! (while dancing and eating dolma, shish kebab and pilaf) rutgers.armenianclub@gmail.com https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=rutgers.armenianclub%40gmail.com&ctz=America%2FNew_York (227 fans as of Oct 2018)

Tekeyan Cultural Association - Greater New York * (on FB) - The Tekeyan Cultural Association is a worldwide organization committed to the educational advancement of Armenian literacy, history, music, and culture. Adress: 560 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey and mailing address: TCA Greater NY Chapter, P.O. Box 1074, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 (622 fans as of Oct 2018) Website: Contact person:

ORGANIZATIONS IN THE NEWS

After 70 Years, the New York Armenian Home Closes, Merging with NJ Facility MAY 31, 2018 by The Armenian Mirror-Spectator https://mirrorspectator.com/2018/05/31/after-70-years-the-new-york-armenian-home-closes-merging-with-nj-facility/

Groups or Organizations no longer active

The Armenian Cultural Center (in Forest Hills) - please see this article in Mirror Spectator of 18 October 2018 https://mirrorspectator.com/2018/10/18/armenian-cultural-center-of-forest-hills-dissolves-its-legacy-survives-through-hmads/