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Ladaniva Rocks Our World

Ladaniva is a vibrant and eclectic musical band known for their infectious energy and genre-blending sound.

Founded by Armenian singer Jaklin Baghdasaryan and French multi-instrumentalist Louis Thomas, they bring together Balkan beats, jazz, reggae, folk, and world music into a colorful celebration of culture and rhythm.

Jaklin, the charismatic lead vocalist whose powerful voice and playful stage presence light up every performance, sings in Armenian, French, Spanish, and more — bridging languages and borders with joyful ease.

Louis, an incredibly talented and innovative musician, adds rich instrumental layers with his diverse expertise.

Their music videos and live sessions have captured the hearts of millions around the world. Here are a few performances that are sure to lift your spirits and get you dancing.

Shakar (Official Video, in Armenian)
Saraiman (Official Video, in Romanian)
Pourquoi t’as fait ça? (Official Video, in French)

If you want to watch and listen to more of Ladaniva, please visit their official YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@ladaniva.ladaniva .

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Armenian-American Forum 2025

The 2025 Armenian-American Forum

📍 Location: Nashville, Tennessee
📅 Date: March 7-9, 2025

Join us for the Armenian-American Forum 2025, a three-day gathering in Nashville, Tennessee, where Armenian leaders, thinkers, and community members come together to discuss critical issues and opportunities facing the Armenian-American Diaspora. This forum is designed to foster meaningful dialogue, build connections, and inspire collaborative solutions.

Event Highlights:

  • Keynote Presentations & Panels: Engage with thought leaders and experts on topics ranging from diaspora advocacy to community empowerment.
  • Networking Opportunities: Meet and connect with professionals, advocates, and individuals passionate about making a difference.

This event offers a unique chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of the Armenian-American community. Whether you’re a professional, activist, or simply interested in supporting the Armenian Diaspora, your voice matter here.

Learn more and secure your spot today:
https://tennessee.hyelandproject.com/armenian-american-forum-2025/.

Let’s connect, collaborate, and strengthen the bonds of our vibrant community!

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Armenian Quarter of Jerusalem Threatened

In July 2021, the Armenian Patriarchate signed a deal with Israeli real-estate company Xana Gardens to build a hotel on 25% of the land that comprises Jerusalem’s Armenian Quarter. This portion of land is known as Goverou Bardez, or, the Cow’s Garden. It has historically served as a sanctuary for Armenian refugees following the Armenian Genocide. The Cow’s Garden is also home to an Armenian church and five family residences.

Photo Credit: (Ahmad Gharabli / Getty). The Armenian car park in the Old City of Jerusalem in December 2023.

 Following backlash from the Armenian community, the Patriarchate canceled the land deal on October 26, 2023. Since then, Xana Gardens has sent bulldozers and aggressive company representatives to illegally seize the Cow’s Garden.

 Armenians have lived in the Armenian Quarter since the fourth century. It is also the oldest Armenian diaspora community in the world. For over 1,600 years, the community has persisted against the construction of Jewish-only settlements in Jerusalem. Armenians, as well as other Jerusalemite Christians, have faced decades of verbal and physical harassment in the city. Extremists regularly vandalize the Armenian Quarter with hateful graffiti, such as, “Death to Arabs and their Armenian Friends” and they also attack Armenian families.

Read full article at: https://www.genocidewatch.com/single-post/armenian-quarter-of-jerusalem-threatened