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About ARS Australia

Who We Are

ARS Australia is a not for profit organisation, deeply committed to serving the community through a wide range of social, educational, health and humanitarian initiatives. Established in 1965 in Australia, with the purpose of supporting those in need, we not only serve Armenian communities globally but also others across Australia and around the world.

Our Mission

Our mission is to enhance the health, welfare, and education of communities, advocate for human rights and social change, and uphold and promote the rich Armenian culture and heritage. We are dedicated to making a positive impact, whether it’s through providing aid during natural disasters, supporting educational initiatives, or fostering cultural understanding.

To encourage high ethical standards and foster the spirit of good fellowship among ARS members, chapters and regions
To aid in the social, educational, health, and welfare efforts of the Armenian people
To make special appropriations for food, medicine and clothing in the event of war, epidemics, or natural disaster, and to aid the disabled, the ill, the needy, prisoners of war and the exiled
To establish and/or finance health, food distribution, and social service centers to serve Armenian communities
To further the teaching of the Armenian language and culture; to establish and help finance Armenian schools and aid in efforts to perpetuate Armenian culture
To give financial aid to deserving students in Armenian educational institutions
To give financial aid to deserving undergraduate and graduate college and university students
To support health, educational, and welfare programs dedicated to aid Armenian soldiers, the families of those who have volunteered for the Armenian Cause, needy Armenians known for their national accomplishments or outstanding public service and aid in the education of their children
To promote the education of ARS members and encourage their involvement in public service
To encourage ARS members to participate individually or collectively in the activities of community service organizations whose principles are compatible with those of the ARS
To cooperate with organizations with similar objectives
To encourage and advocate human rights and social change in civil society around the world as a non-governmental organization

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Our Leadership

ARS Australia has four chapters located in Sydney and Melbourne comprising over 330 members. The Australia Executive consists of volunteers and operates under the leadership of the ARS Central Executive in the USA.

Regional Executive

Nina Kaprielian – Chairperson
Terez Pamboukian – Vice Chairperson
Aida Sarian – Secretary
Arsho Yepremian – Co Treasurer
Maral Kahramanian – Treasurer

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