Saturday 13 August 2011

Cyprus sponsors Karindag project



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CYPRUS CO-SPONSORS THE PROJECT BRINGING POTABLE WATER TO KARINDAG

Hayastan All Armenian Fund Cyprus Chapter press release - 11 July 2011 - The committee of the Cyprus Chapter of the HAYASTAN ALL ARMENIAN FUND, met on the 23rd of June, 2011, and decided to contribute the equivalent of $ 50.000 US Dollars for the project that will bring potable water to the houses of Karindag village of Artsakh(Republic of Nagorno Karabagh). The Cyprus Chapter thus becomes a co-sponsor of the project together with the Chapters of Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay. The funds have already been transferred to Yerevanand work on the project is expected to commence in the near future.Karindag is situated at the foot of Shushi, to the South.
The village was founded in the 18th century and animal husbandry has always been the main occupation of its inhabitants. From the start of the liberation struggle in Artsakh and up to the liberation of Shushi, Karindag had to endure hell with the Azeris firing down on the village and hurling large rocks and blazing tyres in its direction from the heights of Shushi. Under these difficult conditions and deprived of the means for countering the daily barrage, the inhabitants of Karindag showed remarkable courage in defending their village, fighting off Azeri attempts to capture the village and thwarting the Azeris’ strategic plans.
Over the 25th and 26th of January 1992, the Azeri forces launched their biggest, and as it turned out their last, assault on the village in order to capture it. The assault failed because of the heroic resistance of the Armenian fighters, who fought on fiercely to crush the enemy. The Azeri forces had to retreat leaving behind more than a hundred corpses. The Armenians lost 22 fighters of whom 12 were from Karindag. Over the whole period of the liberation struggle, Karindag counts 33 martyrs.
At the present time Karindag has about 640 inhabitants. The most acute problem of the village is that of potable water. In the absence of a delivery network, the villagers have to secure water, for all their needs, from two fountains in the village and then carry it home over ragged terrain and in some cases considerable distances. In winter the water reaching the fountains can be insufficient because of frozen pipes. The Karindag water project will solve all existing problems and will deliver good quality drinking water to all houses in the village.

COMMUNIQUE 2
In March 2009, a delegation headed by the newly appointed executive director of the Hayastan All Armenian Fund (HAAF) Mr Ara Vartanian arrived in Cyprus to look into the reasons the Cyprus chapter of the HAAF had been inactive over the last few years, and to try and bring about its reactivation.
At the meeting attended by the Primate, members of the Diocesan and Executive Councils of the Armenian Church of Cyprus and the Representative of the Armenian community, the problem was discussed extensively and exhaustively. The meeting was also attended by those members of the HAAF Cyprus chapter committee who had expressed their willingness to continue serving on the committee. The members of the delegation of HAAF left Cyprus having received the reassurance that the Armenian Prelature of Cyprus and the Representative of the Armenian community would do their utmost to bring about the reactivation of the HAAF Cyprus chapter.
During his short visit, Mr Vartanian also met members of the Armenian community of Cyprus in the Utudjian Hall. In his address, Mr Vartanian referred to the mission, plans and achievements of the HAAF and appealed to the Armenian community of Cyprus to help the HAAF build a better tomorrow for the people of Armenia and Artsakh. In appreciation of the efforts of the HAAF and to set an example, Representative Vartkes Mahdessian made a donation of $5,000 US dollars to the HAAF.
The proposal that the HAAF Cyprus chapter operate under the umbrella of the Armenian Prelature of Cyprus was approved by the Diocesan Council of the Armenian Church of Cyprus, and with the necessary changes made, the committee of the HAAF Cyprus chapter now consists of:
Archbishop Varoujan, Vartkes Mahdessian – Presidents
Sebouh Tavitian – Chairman
Yeghia Kayayian – Secretary
Haig Der Nishanian – Treasurer
Armand Baltayian, Nazaret Davidian, John Guevherian, Hagop Kazandjian, Vicken Kesterlian, Boghos Mahdessian, Avedis Poshoghlian, Kevork Zartarian – members Zarouhi Vosgeritchian is the representative of the HAAF Cyprus chapter in Limassol.
Since its reactivation, the main activity of the HAAF Cyprus chapter has been the annual collection of donations at the time of the telethon in Los Angeles. The proceeds from these over the last two years have been as follows:-
2009 € 7.275 euros
2010 € 22.749 euros

The members of the committee of the HAAF Cyprus chapter are fully aware of the fact that the success of their efforts is completely dependent on the donations of the members of our community and the level of the confidence they have towards the HAAF. Consequently it has been decided to follow the example of our Organisation, the HAAF, and publish from now on our annual accounts, starting with the years 2009 and 2010.
We finally wish to express and convey to our kind donors, our deep gratitude and sincere thanks. Through your donations, Cyprus is at last participating in the efforts to improve the living conditions in the rural areas of Armenia and Artsakh, thus helping strengthen the resolve of the people in those areas not to abandon their native lands.
Hayastan All Armenian Fund Cyprus chapter - 11 July 2011

CYPRUS DELEGATION LEAVES FOR 5th
PAN-ARMENIAN GAMES ON THURSDAY

Gibrahayer e-magazine - Nicosia - A delegation of 17 athletes from Nicosia leaves for Yerevan on Thursday at 6:30 pm to participate in the 5th Pan-Armenian Games that begin in Yerevan on Saturday 13 August.
The delegation, comprising of athletes from AGBU, HMM - Nor Serount and HMEM - AYMA, is headed by Albert Kokian and will participate in futsal, athletics, table tennis and tennis.
Direct to Yerevan

ARMENIA SHIP ARRIVING IN LIMASSOL PORT ON AUGUST 11

Office of the Armenian MP Vartkes Mahdessian - The sailboat “Armenia” will be arriving at the Limassol new port at 7:00 pm on Thursday, 11 August 2011. Limassol will be the final stop of its epic world journey, which started on 28 May 2009 from Valencia, Spain. The crew consists of seven Armenians and the head of the expedition is Dr. Zori Balayan, a renowned Armenian author, traveller and human rights activist. Its mission is to increase world awareness about the Armenian nation, once a significant seafaring people with more than 1000 ships in 24 big ports of the Kingdom of Cilicia (1080-1375), which had special ties with Lusignan Cyprus.
The ship is dedicated to Saint Mesrob Mashdots, who “discovered” the Armenian alphabet in 405 AD and the 1700th anniversary of Christianity in Armenia (301 AD), while its arrival here coincides with the 20th anniversary of the Republic of Armenia, which became a reality after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. The ship is adorned with the 38 letters of the Armenian alphabet, the Armenian cross and the Armenian symbol of eternity.
A special welcoming ceremony will be held, followed by a cocktail reception, in the presence of Their Excellencies the President of the Republic of Cyprus Demetris Christofias and the President of the Republic of Armenia Serzh Sargsyan.

UEFA Futsal Cup - Watch Erebuni Yerevan from August 12-17 at the Eleftheria Stadium in Nicosia, Cyprus

ARTSAKH FREEDOM-FIGHTER
DAVIT ISHKHANYAN
AT HAY TAD COMMUNITY GATHERING IN
NICOSIA ON TUESDAY 23 AUGUST 8:30pm
AT H.M.E.M - A.Y.M.A

Armenian National Committee of Cypus press release - August 2011 - Artsakh freedom fighter and the representative of Artsakh ARF Dashnaktsoutiun Central Committee Davit Ishkhanyan will be addressing a community gathering at HMEM - AYMA on Wednesday 24 August at 8:15 pm.
Davit Ishkhanyan will discuss the current situation in Artsakh, the rebuilding process, as well as the current threats facing the young Republic from neighbouring Azerbaijan.
The Dashnak activist and freedom fighter of the liberation struggle of Artsakh in the early 90s will also visit AYF campers in Troodos.
The event - that is being organised by the Armenian National Committee of Cyprus (Hay Tad Committee) will be followed by a dinner. To sign up to the dinner, please contact Sevan Sarian on 99416962.

Another "holiday" issue

Dear subscribers,
Although we are on holiday, there are a number important community events that we wanted to share with you.
So here is another special issue.
We are also working on raising funds for our activities for 2011-2012, and we are counting on your support.
Gibrahayer e-magazine - 11 August 2011
Alexander-Michael Hadjilyra uncovers a historic document

GIBRAHAYER FUNDRAISER 2011

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Gibrahayer Calendar Events

  • Thursday 11 August at 7:00 pm at Limassol port - Arrival of "Armenia" sail boat in the port of Limassol. Details in story above.
  • Thursday 11 August at 6:30 pm - Departure of the Nicosia delegation to the Pan-Armenian Games. Details in story above. The bus taking the athletes to Larnaca International Airport for the flight to Yerevan, leaves from HMEM -AYMA at 3:00 pm.
  • Saturday 13 August - Yerevan - Opening ceremony of the 5th Pan-Armenian Games.
  • 10 -17 August – GEM (AYF) Panagoum at Troodos Campsite. All between the ages of 8 to 23 are welcome. Transportation by bus will be available from Homenetmen -AYMA in Nicosia to our campsite on Wednesday 10 August at 9 am. The return on Wednesday 17 August in the afternoon should be arranged by parents. Price for one (1) camper per family is 120 Euros/camper; two (2) campers per family is 105 Euros/camper; three (3) campers per family is 90 Euros/camper. For details and to sign up please contact: Unger Sevag Gurunlian in Nicosia: 99-202923, Talin Babikian-Angelidou in Larnaca on 96-577847, Unger Sarhad Demirdjian in Limassol on 96-328659. View images of the departure from Nicosia here:

  • Wednesday 24 August at 8:15 pm - Artsakh freedom fighter and the representative of Artsakh ARF Dashnaktsoutiun Central Committee Davit Ishkhanyan will be addressing a community gathering at HMEM - AYMA. Davit Ishkhanyan will discuss the current situation in Artsakh, the rebuilding process, as well as the current threats facing the young Republic from neighbouring Azerbaijan. The event - that is being organised by the Armenian National Committee of Cyprus (Hay Tad Committee) will be followed by a dinner. To sign up to the dinner, please contact Sevan Sarian on 99416962.
  • Friday 23 September at 6:30 pm at the PASYDY Hall in Nicosia - Unforgettable musical moments with a cappella songs and hymns with the famous "Fayha" Choir, conducted by Maestro Barkev Taslakian organised by The Maronite Archbishopric and The Armenian Prelature of Cyprus, with the participation of Hamazkayin's SIPAN Dance Ensemble and the "Youth Melody" choir of the Maronite Archbishopric of Cyprus. Entrance: 10 euros with proceeds going to various charities. The performance will be followed by dinner at HMEM - AYMA. Watch Fayha Choir here:
    www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2fI3BoEuMA& .
  • Friday 30 September at 8:30 pm - 80th Anniversary Dinner celebrations at Sun Hall Hotel in Larnaca, organised by the Armenian Club of Larnaca. Details to follow.
  • Saturday October 1 at 8:30 pm - Kravadz or by Larnaca Armenian Club.
  • Sunday 23 October at 1:00 pm - Autumn Fund-Raising Luncheon organised by The Armenian Relief Society (HOM) Sosse Cyprus Chapter at Homenetmen - AYMA.
  • Sunday 13th November – Kravadz or.
  • Saturday 20 November – Kravadz or.
  • Sunday 27 November or Sunday 4 December at 4:00 pm (final date to be announced shortly) – HOM (Armenian Relief Society) Cyprus Sosse Chapter’s Christmas Fund Raiser for humanitarian projects in Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh.
  • December 2011 - HOM (Armenian Relief Society) Cyprus Sosse Chapter’s Street Bazaar for humanitarian projects in Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh. Details to follow.
  • Sunday 25 December at 9:00 – Homenetmen - AYMA Christmas Ball at The Cyprus Hilton.

UNIVERSITY OF CYPRUS ARMENIAN LANGUAGE COURSES

The Office of the Armenian Representative Vartkes Mahdessian informs us that the part-time Armenian language courses, which began last year at the University of Cyprus, were completed with great success.
Beginner and advanced level classes for the new academic year will re-commence in September 2011.
For enrollment and more information kindly contact the Office of the Armenian Representative on 22-454540 until 14th September 2011.

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