Spring 2025

Interwoven (Hi)Stories: The Armenian Genocide and Its Legacy in the Hawaiʻi Armenian Community

This year, April 24th, marks the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Armenians around the world commemorate the Genocide annually on this day, a testament to the indelible mark it has left on Armenian history and identity. This talk aims to bring awareness of this tragedy to our community here in Hawaiʻi, especially to those who may not be familiar with this particular chapter of human history, and to provide a space for collective remembrance and healing. This year, the talk will also feature the personal stories and experiences of Hawaiʻi Armenian community members, encompassing family histories, ancestral legacies, and the importance of recognition and remembrance.

The talk will begin with a comprehensive overview of the main events before, during, and after the Genocide supported by historical sources. Individual and collective impacts on the Armenian community as well as the implications of this history on recent events in Armenia and Artsakh will also be discussed. The talk concludes by highlighting the personal narratives and experiences of Armenian community members here in Hawaiʻi, in their own words.

The talk will be held on Thursday, April 24th, from 2-4pm in Moore 155A, or on Zoom at the link here. More information can be found on the event flyer.