ANCA – WR Announces 2025 Annual Gala Committee

Los Angeles, CA — The Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region (ANCA-WR) announced the formation of its 2025 Annual Banquet Gala Committee, comprised of professionals and community advocates who will lead preparations for the organization’s annual event, scheduled to take place on October 26, 2025, at the Fairmont Century Plaza (2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA).

The ANCA-WR Gala Banquet honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the Armenian Cause and advancing the organization’s civic engagement priorities. The 2025 Committee will oversee the event’s development, including honoree selection, community outreach, fundraising, and program design.

“Each year, our Gala brings together hundreds of Armenian-Americans to celebrate our collective achievements and chart a path forward for advocacy and justice,” remarked ANCA-WR Chair Oshin Harootoonian. “We are thrilled to welcome this talented group of leaders who will ensure that the 2025 banquet is both memorable and mission-driven.”

The 2025 Banquet Committee includes:

• Liliane Arejian (Chairlady)

• Lousineh Hagopian

• Dr. Jacqueline Tomasian

• Nune Anmahouni

• Vana Boyajian

• Arline Jinbachian

• Artin Sookasian

The committee will work closely with ANCA-WR staff and volunteers to organize an event that highlights the organization’s ongoing work to advocate for Armenian rights, secure restitution for the Armenian Genocide, and ensure the safe and dignified return of the Indigenous Armenians of Artsakh.

For updates and sponsorship opportunities, visit ancawr.org/gala2025 or contact garen@ancawr.org.