
AYF Juniors Shant Chapter
The AYF Juniors “Shant Chapter” is dedicated to empowering the next generation of Armenian leaders. Open to children aged 7 to 16, AYF Juniors is more than just an educational program—it’s a vibrant community where young Armenians come together to connect with their heritage, develop leadership skills, and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
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AYF Juniors offers a wide range of programs tailored to enrich the lives of its members:
Educational Workshops: Interactive sessions that teach Armenian history, cultural traditions, and contemporary issues.
Community Service Projects: Opportunities to give back through initiatives that benefit local communities and the Armenian diaspora.
Leadership Development: Activities that encourage teamwork, critical thinking, and decision-making skills to prepare members for future leadership roles.
Social Events: Fun and engaging activities, such as sports, cultural celebrations, and outings, that strengthen bonds among members.
AYF Events
Past AYF Events
Join us on May 28th to honor the 107th anniversary of the First Republic of Armenia with a patriotic community gathering!
Hosted by Homenetmen Burbank "Sipan" Chapter, ARF, AYF, ARS, and the ACF Beshir Mardirossian Youth Center.
Guest Speaker: Ungerouhi Miganoush Melkonian
Join AYF Glendale Roupen Chapter @ayfglendale for a Dessert 🍰🍦🍧🍮🧁Fundraiser at Gelati. Indulge in your favorite frozen treats while supporting a powerful cause-AYF Youth Corps @ayfyouthcorps , which sends volunteers to Armenia & Artsakh for a meaningful, on the ground service. Whether you’re craving something sweet or want to support youth-driven initiatives in Armenia, every bite makes a difference.
Joint us in our Diasporan Resilience on April 24
Demonstration at the Turkish Consulate of Los Angeles.
AYF News
What do Armenian literature, mystery, and community spirit have in common?
Find out how the Glendale and Pasadena AYF chapters turned a simple book sale into a cultural experience—with every book a surprise and every purchase supporting Artsakh.
On June 1st, the Glendale AYF Roupen Chapter officially welcomed its newest members with a powerful oath-taking ceremony. Meet the future of our movement — read more about this meaningful milestone.
AYF Camp is excited to announce the AYF Summer Camp 2025 line up! Stay tuned for details about registration and apps. We can’t wait for another amazing summer at AYF Camp - Big Pines
The Glendale Shant Juniors Chapter will be having its first meeting of the year on Friday April 12, 2024 at 6pm at the Glendale Youth Center - GYC
AYF Camp is excited to announce the AYF Summer Camp 2024 line up! Stay tuned for details about registration and apps. We can’t wait for another amazing summer at AYF Camp - Big Pines
This past Wednesday, ARF Glendale “Aharonian” Chapter, ANCA Glendale, AYF Glendale “Roupen” Chapter, ARS Glendale “Sepan” Chapter, HMEM Glendale “Ararat” Chapter, and Hamazkayin Glendale Chapter joined together to host our annual Holiday Meet & Greet at the Glendale Youth Center.
2 truckloads of over 90 Boxes of New Clothing on their way to Armenia. Collections continuing.
Yesterday evening, Congressman Adam Schiff visited Glendale Youth Center - GYC to volunteer his time and support the community COVID-19 task force efforts.