30/01/2025
THE ARMENIAN DIASPORA - The inseparable part of the armenian nation. We love all our children, compatriots, brothers and sisters, no matter the origin or birthplace and everyone is welcome.
Armenia has one of the largest and oldest diasporas in the world. Its diaspora has been a driving force for the country’s economic survival and development over the past decades, primarily by providing humanitarian support and remittances, both in Armenia and Artsakh, as well as by implementing philanthropic and development projects.
For centuries the Armenian nation has been a unique bridge between the east and the west. Due to the loss of Armenian statehood and numerous foreign invasions, Armenian communities have formed in neighboring countries and regions since the Middle Ages. As a result of the Armenian Genocide, hundreds of thousands of survivors found refuge in various parts of the world, forming what is known today as the "traditional Armenian Diaspora." The Diaspora further expanded due to the collapse of the Soviet Union, and the ensuing economic and regional turmoil.
Today, an estimated 7 million Armenians live in more than 100 countries around the world. There are dozens of pan-Armenian and spiritual organizations, hundreds of community and patriotic groups, around 1,000 daily and weekly schools, scientific and educational institutions, sports and cultural associations, charities, and socio-political entities actively working in the Diaspora. The Diaspora is diverse and complex, spread through 24 time zones, living in countries with different political systems, languages, and cultural traditions. Each community adds to the vibrant makeup of the Armenian nation.
Join us this year for your upcoming trip to Armenia and we’ll make sure you have the best lifetime experience and memorable moments with family and friends in exploring our sacred homeland.