Hamazkayin Forum 2018 has officially begun, with 25 of the 27 participants already in Armenia. Youths from 8 different countries gathered today at Minotel Barsam Suites to mark the beginning of the two-week program.
The day started with a small gathering at the hotel, during which the participants were introduced to the mandate and activities of Hamazkayin, and to the program, objectives, and rules and regulations of the Forum. After having lunch at the hotel, the group visited the statue of David of Sassoun and of Mother Armenia.
Day 1 ended with an outdoor dinner, where the group had a taste of Armenian “khorovadz” and “lavash” bread. They witnessed a live performance of the folkloric story of “Haig and Pel” and sang and danced to Armenian and Western songs.