Arach Media

09/06/2025

This event was made possible through cross campus and community advocacy efforts. Be there to see the film and panel, and support. RSVP Link in Bio.

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My Sweet Land 🎬
Join us for a special screening of the award-nominated documentary My Sweet Land by Sareen Hairabedian, followed by a conversation and Q&A with the director and guest speakers.

📍 Booth Auditorium, Berkeley Law
📅 Thursday, Sept 18 | 5:30 pm
🍴 Snacks will be served

🔗 RSVP by Sept 16 at 5 pm (link can be found in our bio on the Linktree)

04/23/2025

Join the Bay Area Armenian community and friends to commemorate the 110th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

Tomorrow, the Bay Area Armenian community and friends commemorate.

04/12/2025

The Bay Area community comes together to commemorate the 110th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

Come together to commemorate the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

01/06/2025

Happy New Year and Merry Christmas from Arach Media!



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Christ is born and revealed.

Blessed is the revelation of Christ.

Armenia celebrates Christmas.

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Քրիստոս Ծնաւ եւ Յայտնեցաւ

Օրհնեալ է Յայտնութիւնը Քրիսոստի

Մեզ եւ Ձեզ մեծ աւետիս։

Armenians begin their Christmas celebrations on the evening of January 5, with a special liturgy called Chragaluits (Burning of the Lamps). During this service, believers light candles in church and take the flame home, symbolizing the Star of Bethlehem that guided the Magi to Christ.

After the liturgy, the faithful greet one another with the traditional proclamation:
“Christ is born and revealed! Blessed is the revelation of Christ!”

On the morning of January 6, families gather to attend the Christmas Divine Liturgy and partake in Holy Communion. Following the service, the Armenian Apostolic Church holds the “Blessing of the Water” ceremony, commemorating Christ’s baptism in the Jordan River.

These traditions reflect both the joy of Christ’s birth and the spiritual significance of His baptism.

11/10/2024

We remember today and always.

09/02/2024

Honoring the sacrifices for freedom and the right of Artsakh’s self-determination today and always. Artsakh 33rd Independence Day - 9/2/2024.

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Artsakh will never be a thing of the past.

Today, Armenians in the homeland and worldwide continue to celebrate Artsakh’s Independence Day as a never-ending resistance against the Genocide, violence, and hatred inflicted upon the Armenian people. Nothing can stop a nation’s self-determination, neither military occupation nor brutal dictatorships.

The world must recognize Artsakh.

08/27/2024

Azerbaijan must be held accountable for its illegal imprisonment of Armenian POWs and political prisoners. Register now: bit.ly/AMPrisonersProject2
(Link in Bio)

Arach Media host and co-founder will moderate this panel.

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TOMORROW: The Armenian Prisoners Project

The second webinar will be hosted on August 28th at 12 noon (EST) and will feature Gev Iskajyan, Siranush Sahakyan, Suzanne Grisham, and Gassia Apkarian who will provide further in-depth context to the current situation facing the Armenian prisoners. The webinar will be hosted by David Ojakian of the Armenian Assembly of America and Matias Perttula of Save Armenia: A Judeo-Christian Alliance. The discussions will highlight the current context of the situation, and the relevant steps that the United States government can take to hold Azerbaijan accountable for its egregious human rights violation.


This series of briefings aims to:
- Inform Stakeholders: Offer detailed information to government officials, international organizations, human rights groups, and the media about the number of prisoners, their locations, and the conditions they are subjected to.

- Highlight Human Rights Concerns: Document and draw attention to any violations of international human rights laws and conventions, including reports of mistreatment, lack of legal representation, or denial of contact with families.

- Facilitate Advocacy Efforts: Assist in advocacy processes by providing factual data and analysis that can be used to advocate for the prisoners’ release.

- Raise Public Awareness: Educate the general public, polirical leaders and other stakeholder communities about the plight of these prisoners, fostering a better understanding of the humanitarian and geopolitical issues involved.

- Promote Accountability: Encourage accountability for Azerbaijani authorities and international bodies in handling the situation.

Attendees will be briefed on Armenian prisoners held by Azerbaijan, provided a comprehensive and up-to-date account of the current status, conditions, and treatment of Armenian detainees.

Register now with the link in bio!

08/27/2024

Azerbaijan must be held accountable for its illegal imprisonment of Armenian POWs and political prisoners. Register now: bit.ly/AMPrisonersProject2

Arach Media host and co-founder David Ojakian will moderate this panel.

TOMORROW: Join us and Armenian Assembly of America for the Armenian Prisoners Project second virtual briefing!

The discussions will highlight the current context of the situation, and the relevant steps that the United States government can take to hold Azerbaijan accountable for its egregious human rights violations.

The webinar will be hosted on August 28th at 12 noon (EST) and will feature Gev Iskajyan, Siranush Sahakyan, Suzanne Grisham, and Hon. Gassia Apkarian, who will provide further in-depth context to the current situation facing the Armenian prisoners.

Register now: bit.ly/AMPrisonersProject2

06/24/2024

Friends and family, tomorrow at 8AM PT turn into this important Atlantic Council panel with key experts and advocacy leaders including Bryan Ardouny, Executive Director of the Armenian Assembly of America.

The future of Armenia-Azerbaijan relations and how the US can contribute to peace in the region will be discussed.

The Atlantic Council convenes experts to discuss the future of Armenia-Azerbaijan relations and explore how the US can contribute to peace and prosperity in the region.

03/20/2024

TONIGHT attend the St. John Armenian Church Lenten service and stay for the dinner and important briefing to learn about pro-Armenian Advocacy and the upcoming Armenian Assembly of America National Advocacy Summit in Washington D.C.

REGISTER: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/24_March_20_SanFrancisco

03/19/2024

Armenian Advocacy Events this Week.

THIS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 at 8PM - Armenian Assembly Briefing
Join the St. John Lenten Service and dinner and stay for the Armenian Assembly of America pro-Armenian Advocacy briefing. Hear from Arach Media co-founder and Armenian Assembly Western Region Director, David Ojakian and Assembly National Board Member and St. John parishioner, Valina Agbabian and learn more about the importance of pro-Armenian advocacy and how to get involved. Register: bit.ly/3T4BuOM (Link in Bio)

THIS SATURDAY, MARCH 23 at 6PM - ANCA SF Hye Tad Evening 2024
Join the ANCA SF Hye Tad Evening, featuring keynote speaker, and past Arach Media guest, Gev Iskayjan. Additional special guests include Santa Clara Supervisor Joe Simitian and Actor, Writer, Director, and star of AMERIKATSI Film, Michael Goorjian. Last Chance to RSVPs is now. Reserve your spot today.