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PHOENIX AYF UNITES COMMUNITY IN HONOR OF FREEDOM FIGHTERS
asbarez
Thursday, August 30th, 2012
Phoenix AYF members during the flag ceremony
PHOENIX-Though three hundred and eighty miles away from Central
Executive headquarters, the AYF Phoenix "Kedashen" chapter is spreading
awareness of the "With Our Soldiers" campaign and raising funds. On
August 25 the chapter hosted a dinner inviting community members to
learn about and donate to efforts by the AYF in assisting veterans
of the Artsakh War receive critical medical treatment. The Phoenix
community rallied together and made donations to the campaign which
will have a significant impact on the lives of dozens of Azadamardigs.
Thus far, twenty Azadamardigs have been treated whose conditions
range from the need for eye prosthetics and hearing aids to surgeries
to remove shrapnel. The treatment of Azadmardigs has been documented
and made into an informational video. The video depicts the lives of
the Azadamardigs and their struggles in obtaining medical care. The
"With Our Soldiers" campaign is focused on bringing attention to these
issues and forcing the Armenian government to resolve these problems.
"The AYF chapters, both in Greater Los Angeles and in distant areas
like Phoenix, have been instrumental in raising both funds and
awareness about the Azadamardik campaign. Their contribution to this
cause is significant, and we are very grateful for the work they have
done, " says Central Executive Chairperson David Arakelyan.
One hundred people were in attendance at the event including members
from Southern California. Representatives from the Central Executive,
Burbank "Varak" and Crescenta Valley "Zartonk" chapters traveled to
Phoenix to attend the Azadamardig dinner. "The passion for our cause
and organization ties us together and creates an undeniable bond
between ungers, even though we are hundred of miles away," says Rafi
Orfali of the Burbank chapter. "We were proud to stand in solidarity
with the Kedashen chapter as they held a fundraiser to help with the
Azadamardig campaign."
The AYF Central Executive has declared this year the "Year of the
Azadamardig" with each of the west coast chapters having an active
role in the campaign. Jack Ohanessian, chairperson of the Phoenix
chapter says, "When we heard about the campaign we were very excited.
The whole concept was so admirable; to help our soldiers who fought
and served for us and our great nation. They rose up and took action,
just like we will when the time comes. They suffered a lot. They are
true Fedayis. This is the least we could have done for them. I want
to thank everyone who contributed and supported us."
For more information about the WOS campaign and further efforts to
aid veterans of the Artsakh war, visit www.WithOurSoldiers.com.
asbarez
Thursday, August 30th, 2012
Phoenix AYF members during the flag ceremony
PHOENIX-Though three hundred and eighty miles away from Central
Executive headquarters, the AYF Phoenix "Kedashen" chapter is spreading
awareness of the "With Our Soldiers" campaign and raising funds. On
August 25 the chapter hosted a dinner inviting community members to
learn about and donate to efforts by the AYF in assisting veterans
of the Artsakh War receive critical medical treatment. The Phoenix
community rallied together and made donations to the campaign which
will have a significant impact on the lives of dozens of Azadamardigs.
Thus far, twenty Azadamardigs have been treated whose conditions
range from the need for eye prosthetics and hearing aids to surgeries
to remove shrapnel. The treatment of Azadmardigs has been documented
and made into an informational video. The video depicts the lives of
the Azadamardigs and their struggles in obtaining medical care. The
"With Our Soldiers" campaign is focused on bringing attention to these
issues and forcing the Armenian government to resolve these problems.
"The AYF chapters, both in Greater Los Angeles and in distant areas
like Phoenix, have been instrumental in raising both funds and
awareness about the Azadamardik campaign. Their contribution to this
cause is significant, and we are very grateful for the work they have
done, " says Central Executive Chairperson David Arakelyan.
One hundred people were in attendance at the event including members
from Southern California. Representatives from the Central Executive,
Burbank "Varak" and Crescenta Valley "Zartonk" chapters traveled to
Phoenix to attend the Azadamardig dinner. "The passion for our cause
and organization ties us together and creates an undeniable bond
between ungers, even though we are hundred of miles away," says Rafi
Orfali of the Burbank chapter. "We were proud to stand in solidarity
with the Kedashen chapter as they held a fundraiser to help with the
Azadamardig campaign."
The AYF Central Executive has declared this year the "Year of the
Azadamardig" with each of the west coast chapters having an active
role in the campaign. Jack Ohanessian, chairperson of the Phoenix
chapter says, "When we heard about the campaign we were very excited.
The whole concept was so admirable; to help our soldiers who fought
and served for us and our great nation. They rose up and took action,
just like we will when the time comes. They suffered a lot. They are
true Fedayis. This is the least we could have done for them. I want
to thank everyone who contributed and supported us."
For more information about the WOS campaign and further efforts to
aid veterans of the Artsakh war, visit www.WithOurSoldiers.com.