Armenian National Committee of Rhode Island

05/08/2026

The House Democratic Caucus today elected State Representative Katherine Kazarian to serve as the Majority Leader, making her the first woman to serve in the position.

The leadership team of Speaker Chris Blazejewski (D-Dist. 2, Providence) and Majority Leader Katherine S. Kazarian (D-Dist. 63, East Providence, Pawtucket) received unanimous support from the House Democratic Caucus.

“I am tremendously honored to have such overwhelming support from my colleagues,” said Leader Kazarian. “Working with Speaker Blazejewski and former Speaker Shekarchi has taught me so much about effective, responsive leadership. I’m honored and excited to continue the great work of this chamber.”

“Congratulations to the first woman in Rhode Island history to serve as House Majority Leader, Katherine Kazarian,” said Speaker Blazejewski. “Katie and I have worked very closely together over the last six years, and I appreciate her steady leadership, depth of knowledge, and tireless work ethic. I am incredibly proud to have her lead my team and I am quite sure this is not the last time Katie makes history.”

More information: https://www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease/_layouts/15/ril.pressrelease.inputform/DisplayForm.aspx?List=c8baae31-3c10-431c-8dcd-9dbbe21ce3e9&ID=376446

05/08/2026

Congratulations to State Representative Katherine Kazarian! We are so proud of you and all of your efforts, both Armenian and for our state! 🇦🇲👏

Congratulations to my friend and fellow Armenian, State Representative Katherine Kazarian, who was elected Majority Leader in the Rhode Island House of Representatives.

Congratulations Leader, we are all so very proud and grateful for you!!!

05/06/2026

“It’s how we commemorate those who made the sacrifice to ensure we got to live and have a better life,” said Cranston resident Hrag Arakelian. On April 24, the city held its annual Armenian flag-raising and genocide remembrance event. Read more below.

05/04/2026

Ethan Shorey Journalist has started his own small business and is launching a new online media platform in May called, The Local Insider.

Attached is a digital ad that will run for the next 3 months in the The Local Insider.

04/28/2026

From Providence to the U.S. Capitol! Armenian National Committee of Rhode Island advocates brought the voice of our community to the halls of Congress during ANCA Advocacy Days — calling for U.S. leadership to hold Azerbaijan accountable, release Armenian hostages, and defend Armenia's sovereignty.

Build on their leadership by urging your U.S. Senators and Representative to:
Senate: Co-sign the Markey-Whitehouse letter to secure the release of Armenian prisoners
anca.org/prisoners
House: Cosponsor the Azerbaijan Sanctions Act of 2025 (H.R.5369)
anca.org/sanctions

04/26/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Janice Kizirian who was the honoree at the Armenian Genocide Remembrance Flag Raising Ceremony 🇦🇲 hosted by Mayor Donald Grebien at Pawtucket City Hall.
Don Grebien for Mayor of Pawtucket, RI

04/26/2026

04/24/2026

04/24/2025

Today we remember the Armenian Genocide of 1915 and 2020 by displaying the Armenian Flag at City Halls across RI

06/24/2024

A friendly reminder that the ANC-RI invites you to join us at a fundraiser TOMORROW for State Senator David P. Tikoian.

The flyer below denotes a suggested donation amount, however, donations of all sizes are welcome.

Senator Tikoian has been an ardent supporter of Armenian issues in the state of Rhode Island, and most recently sponsored the annual Armenian Genocide Remembrance resolution.

Please support Senator David Tikoian as he runs for his second term as a State Senator.

He was a Major of the RI State Police Force, has served as Police Chief in the Town of North Providence and has been serving the towns of North Providence, Lincoln and Smithfield as their State Senator for the past two years.

Sen. Tikoian is a man of the highest integrity and ethics.
Many might also recall that years ago he found a bag with $4,000 cash in it and located the rightful owner, passing on the 10% reward. He was trusted to drive former Governor Carcieri on a daily basis, which included nights, weekends and holidays.

Years ago he provided an army of Armenian police officers from around our state to serve as security when our Catholicos arrived here from Lebanon.

He is the grandson of survivors of the Armenian Genocide and a product of the old Smith Hill neighborhood of Providence. He is humbled to have received his most recent appointment of State Senator and does so on behalf of those who raised and molded him.

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to [email protected] at your earliest convenience.