In English Today, 24th of April, is worldwide recognised as the date signifying the Armenian Genocide. Only in Turkey it indicates a taboo. The Turkish state mobilises all its resources to deny the meaning of this date. . At diplomatic platforms Turkish officials and their advocates claim that they recognise the "big tragedy" and they only object to its being named as a "Genocide". That's not true. At every occasion in Turkey not only the Armenian Genocide, but also the great agony of the Armenian

Gocek, Fatma" <[email protected]> wrote: dear colleagues, i wrote what is below for an April 24th commemoration event i could not attend, and then some people who read it suggested that i circulate it to the group. so here it is; i hope you enjoy it, muge ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Even though I cannot be there with you on this very significant day, I want you to know that as an ethnic Turk I am not guilty, but

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The Sports Committee of the OIA expresses its heartfelt thanks to the following members who participated in The LA Marathon 2006   Mr. Tavit Gungormezer Mr. Nichan Kechejian Mr. Varujan Ozsemerjian Mr. Krikor Culfayan Mrs. Hilda Acilac  Mr. Simon Acilac   Wishing success to all. We encourage all OIA members to participate next year.

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This year, the Organization of Istanbul Armenians will award a limited number of scholarships to qualified college/university students of Armenian descent. The deadline to apply is May 15, 2006. For information and an application, please visit the OIA scholarship page at http://www.oia.net/scholarship

Dear Member,   The Annual General Assembly meeting was held on Friday, February 17th, 2006. The following individuals were elected to serve on the Board of Directors and the Board of Trustees. The Board of Directors members' names will be announced shortly. The Sub Committees shall be holding their annual meetings/elections during this month according to the below mentioned schedule, at St. Peter Church – Second floor, room 6th grade.   BOARD OF TRUSTEES (newly elected members) Garo Kurian                                      

OIA 5 to 8 year olds played a great game against AGBU. It was an exciting game where AGBU scored the first three goals.  OIA player Andy led a comeback with his two goals.  The game ended in a 5-5 tie.  It was a well played and friendly game. We congratulate all of the players from both sides for showing great sportmanship and brotherhood. Hagop Halici For Photo Album: http://www.oia.net/events/view_album.asp?aid=92

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