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PRESS RELEASE
  
Tuesday, 
  
Statement by the Armenian General Benevolent Union
For 44 days our global nation has experienced a myriad of emotions - pride, 
excitement, fear, anger, frustration, sadness. We may be afraid of the future 
and questioning what lies ahead but this is when Armenians show their true 
strength and character. We are survivors. We have learned over millennia of 
existence that no matter what obstacles or powers try to control us, our spirit 
will endure. Our legacy on civilization is marked with achievement after 
achievement. It is in these times when we feel knocked down that we must look at 
our history as the greatest story of existence, endurance and resilience. 
 
For 44 days Armenians from all corners of the earth have merged efforts and 
voices. Strangers have become comrades and partners in collaborations. The 
sudden attack on our lands released the shackles of labels among our communities 
to unite us as never before. It is this story that will write a new chapter in 
which we continue to work together and build bridges to the future. Each of us 
will contribute to the healing and rebuilding that is necessary to support our 
nation and our people.
It is our duty to find peace within ourselves and reemerge ready to come 
together with this same spirit of nation building.
We owe this to our many heroes, those who have lost their lives, those who have 
suffered injury and those with pain in their hearts. Armenia needs us all. 
Artsakh needs us all. We need each other more than ever.
We call upon all devotees of our nation - individuals, humanitarian or social 
organizations, as well as all political parties within or outside Armenia - to 
unite and rise as we confront any challenges in the days ahead. 
AGBU is here and ready to serve. Ready to connect and to rebuild. Ready to 
support our people, our institutions, our government and our church, and lead as 
necessary as we move forward together. 
Now as always, in unity is strength.
The Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) is the world's largest non-profit 
organization devoted to upholding the Armenian heritage through educational, 
cultural and humanitarian programs. Each year, AGBU is committed to making a 
difference in the lives of 500,000 people across Armenia, Artsakh and the 
Armenian diaspora.  Since 1906, AGBU has remained true to one overarching goal: 
to create a foundation for the prosperity of all Armenians. To learn more visit 
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