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JAMAICA PLAIN, Mass.—Armenian Women’s Welfare Association (AWWA) announced a transition in leadership for the 2024-2025 term. Wendy Deacon Segrest has been appointed as AWWA’s new executive director. Segrest comes to AWWA as a former national vice president of the American Heart Association and over 20 years of nonprofit board and advisory council leadership roles, including the World Stroke Organization and UT Dallas Center for Vital Longevity. Segrest has served as the AWWA Board advisor since January 2024 and has been instrumental in developing the next strategic direction for the organization.
Segrest is joined by a slate of newly-elected female professionals who together will serve as officers for the 2024-2025 term, representing a solid foundation for AWWA at a pivotal time in the organization’s history. These leaders bring a breadth of professional and personal experience that will collectively position AWWA to address the challenges facing generations of Armenian women, ensuring that AWWA, with over a decade of compassionate legacy, will best serve the local community and Armenia for the next 100 years.
Alyssa Yenikomshian is an attorney with nearly 20 years of experience in healthcare law, currently working at a biotech company where she focuses on navigating healthcare regulations and supporting global clinical trials and research activities. She will be assuming a new role as co-vice president alongside Manneh Ghazarians, a healthcare quality and performance improvement specialist for healthcare systems and regional payers. Laurie Manjikian, OT, a leader in rehabilitation and senior centers, will now serve as treasurer. Hannah Dagg, an experienced certified oncology nurse currently working with patients at several hospitals in the Boston area, will continue to serve as secretary of AWWA.
As Board president, Segrest is succeeding Martha Mensoian, who after many years of dedicated service and remarkable contributions as the AWWA Board president, will continue her service to the organization’s mission as a member of the Advisory Board. Seta Nersessian will also be stepping down from the role of treasurer after many years of commitment and service and will continue leveraging her financial acumen and strategic thinking to contribute to AWWA’s long-term success as an Advisory Board member.
“We are immensely grateful for Martha and Seta’s leadership and dedication over the years,” said Segrest. “Under their guidance with the Board of Directors, AWWA has made significant strides in advancing its mission of support for aging families in our community and in Armenia. As we embark on this new chapter, I am honored to lead the organization forward, building upon the strong foundation laid by Martha, Seta and the entire leadership team.”
These transitions come as AWWA looks to expand its reach and impact locally and globally in the coming years. “AWWA remains committed to its mission of supporting our elders and their caregivers in the greater New England area through advocacy, services and community resources,” said Mensoian. “I am confident that under the leadership of Wendy and the Board of Directors, AWWA will continue to thrive and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.”
For more information about AWWA and its programs, please visit awwainc.org.
About AWWA
Armenian Women’s Welfare Association is a not-for-profit organization established in 1915 dedicated to serving elders and their families both locally and internationally. AWWA is the proud owner of the Armenian Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (ANRC), an 83-bed, not-for-profit, skilled nursing center providing both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care for elderly patients in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, just outside of Boston. In 2004, AWWA expanded its mission to Artsakh/Nagorno-Karabakh to become a proud supporter of the Hanganak Elder Program and Clinic, which provided medical care, food and social support to elders in that region and continues to do so for those elders displaced in Armenia today. AWWA believes that honoring elders is at the very foundation of both family and community. Drawing on the rich history, generosity and work ethic of the Armenian community, AWWA aims to ensure the health and well-being of elders and their caregivers.
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Students reading a COAF English language textbook
YEREVAN—The Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) is proud to announce that our English language textbooks, created by our dedicated English programs teams for the third, sixth and eighth grades, have been selected by the Armenian government to become the new English language textbooks for public schools across the country. These textbooks emerged as the winners in a competitive open call for new public school textbooks.
This prestigious recognition underscores the invaluable contributions of our content development team and the dedicated teachers who authored the textbooks. These teachers bring first-hand classroom experience and a deep understanding of the needs and challenges faced by students, ensuring that the materials are not only educational but also relevant and engaging.
The U.S. Embassy in Armenia has been a true partner to COAF in the development journey of these textbooks. Content from our textbooks was rigorously piloted and enhanced in our English language educational programs and realized in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Armenia over the last two years. The students who have already studied with our original materials not only improved their language skills but also gained valuable soft skills such as public speaking, critical thinking and research.
One of the key focuses of COAF’s new English textbooks is their innovative methodology and content, designed to be interactive and engaging. Օur approach sparks joy in learning, making education an exciting and enjoyable experience that doesn’t necessarily rely on homework to instill the lessons learned.
“This is a monumental achievement for COAF,” said Liana Ghaltaghchyan, CEO at COAF. “Beyond imparting excellent English language knowledge and skills, our textbooks foster essential soft skills such as independent thinking, public speaking, critical thinking, teamwork and research skills. We are honored that our textbooks will play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of Armenians.”
COAF is committed to providing high-quality educational resources that not only enhance language proficiency but also equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in the 21st century and help broaden their horizons. We look forward to seeing the positive impact these textbooks will have on students across Armenia.
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The Children of Armenia Fund is a non-profit, non-governmental organization founded in 2003. Our community-based, comprehensive approach to reducing rural poverty has helped Armenian village youth access the resources to achieve and in turn, give back to their communities and the world.
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