Think Armenian Journal

This Newsletter aims to start thoughts, conversations, and communities with the specific focus on advancing Armenia and Armenian people.

The bread she baked at dawn
was still warm when they came.
She did not scream.
She became a road
no one walks back on.
A century of silence
does not mean
it stopped.
We are the children
of interrupted sentences —
finishing them now,
in every language
they tried to take from us.
Հիշում ենք։
We remember.

By Lora Karch

From surviving recurring cancer to shaping data companies, Peter Bilzerian’s story is less about identity and more about what you build with it. (Read More here)

On March 26, 2026, Armenia signed a historic, first-ever $300 million syndicated loan agreement to finance the "Firebird" Artificial Intelligence megaproject. The project, featuring NVIDIA technology, aims to establish a major AI data center. The overall investment for the first phase is approximately $450 million. (Read More here)

LAV
LAV is an Armenian-founded food brand offering modern, on-the-go salad dressings inspired by traditional Armenian flavors. Created by Armenian-American founder Natalie, the brand blends wholesome ingredients like pomegranate, za’atar, and tahini into convenient single-serve packets designed for everyday use. With a focus on clean, dairy-free, and gluten-free recipes made from avocado and olive oils, LAV brings a fresh, health-conscious take on Armenian culinary tradition to kitchens and lunchboxes nationwide. (Source: LAV)

Amerikatsi
Amerikatsi is a 2022 Armenian film directed by Michael A. Goorjian that tells the story of an Armenian-American man who returns to Soviet Armenia and is unjustly imprisoned. From his cell, he observes life through a small window, discovering hope, humor, and human connection in the everyday lives of those around him. Blending heart, history, and subtle comedy, the film offers a powerful reflection on identity, resilience, and the beauty of ordinary moments.(Source: IMDb)

Lavash at First Sight – Taleen Voskuni
Lavash at First Sight is a contemporary novel that blends romance, food, and cultural identity through the story of an Armenian-American woman reconnecting with her roots. Set between Los Angeles and Armenia, the book explores family expectations, modern relationships, and the role of food in preserving culture. Light, engaging, and full of personality, it offers a fresh and relatable take on Armenian identity today. (Source: Amazon)

Tumo
The TUMO Center for Creative Technologies is a nonprofit educational program offering free after-school learning for teenagers in fields like animation, coding, filmmaking, and design. Founded in Yerevan in 2011, TUMO empowers young Armenians with creative and technical skills, helping prepare the next generation for global opportunities. (Source: Tumo)

Արի (Ari) — Come / Let’s go
From the Armenian word meaning “come,” ari is a cheerful, everyday expression used to invite someone along—whether it’s to eat, gather, or head out together. It carries a sense of warmth, spontaneity, and togetherness, often said with excitement and affection. In Armenian culture, ari reflects the joy of shared moments and the instinct to include others—because everything is better when done together.

Basturma Omelette
A flavorful twist on a classic Armenian breakfast, the Basturma Omelette combines air-dried spiced beef with fluffy eggs for a savory, protein-packed start to the day. Thin slices of basturma are lightly fried, then mixed with whisked eggs and cooked to perfection, creating a simple yet bold dish that celebrates Armenian culinary tradition. Quick to make and full of flavor, this omelette brings a taste of Armenia to your kitchen anytime. (Source: Heghine)

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