AYF/ARF History
The AYF was founded in which city and year?
Boston n 1933
This annual AYF event brings together juniors from all chapters for educational lectures, cultural activities, and community bonding.
Junior Seminar
What is the name of traditional "Hyortik" chapter dance?
Sepastia
Which songs do we sing before and after every AYF meeting?
Harach Nahadag & Mshag Panvor (before). Mer Hayrenik & Azat u ankakh Artsakh (after)
Who founded the AYF?
General Karekin Njdeh
Located in Franklin, Massachusetts, this camp is known as the first Armenian summer camp in the diaspora.
AYF Camp Haiastan
Hyortik is best known for which sport at Olympics?
Softball :)
What are the five pillars of the AYF?
Educational, Hai Tahd (the Armenian Cause), Social, Athletic, and Cultural
The highest decision making meeting of the AYF is called ________ . Each chapter has delegates who attend.
The Annual Convention
This annual AYF tradition is held over Labor Day weekend and features athletic competitions, dances, and social events.
AYF Olympics
How old is the Hyortik Chapter?
101 years old
How many AYF chapters are there in total on the east coast?
15 chapters
What year was the ARF founded?
1890
Name the AYF’s five sister organizations.
ARF, ARS, ANCA, HMEM, and Hamazkayin
How many members does the Hyortik chapter have?
Around 52 Seniors, 50+ Juniors
What is the newspaper of the ARF called?
The Armenian Weekly
Who were the founders of the ARF?
Stepan Zorian, Christapor Mikaelian, Simon Zavarian.
This program offers members the opportunity to work, live, and volunteer in Armenia for the summer.
AYF Internship in Armenia
TRUE OR FALSE: The Hyortik chapter was founded BEFORE the AYF was founded in 1933.
True!
Who is the Founding Father of the First Republic of Armenia (1918)?
Aram Manukian - he served as commander-in-chief during key battles, secured Armenia’s independence and set the foundation of its independence