The Advocacy Summit Scholarship provides an opportunity for Armenian American college students to travel to DC for our annual Advocacy Summit. To learn more about our last Summit, click here.

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Requirements to apply for the 2026 Advocacy Summit Scholarship:

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• Available to attend all days of the Summit, April 14th - 15th

• Currently attending an accredited college/university

• Must be eligible to vote in the United States (18+)

 

Attach and send the following materials:

• Contact and Education Information

• One Paged Essay (500 words)

• One Letter of Recommendation (please have sent via direct email at bettinasar@aaainc.org)

• Current Official or Unofficial Transcript

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Upon receipt of your application, the Assembly will thoroughly review your materials and notify you of its decision. We accept students on a rolling admissions basis, with a final application deadline on March 2nd.

 

MATERIALS

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ESSAY:

In ~500 words, explain why you should be selected as a scholarship recipient to attend the Advocacy Summit in Washington, DC. Detail your passion for pro-Armenian advocacy and how this Summit aligns with your goals and aspirations. You must answer the questions: ​

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• Why are you interested in attending the Advocacy Summit in Washington, DC?

• Describe any previous involvement or experience you have had with pro-Armenian advocacy.

• How do you plan to contribute to pro-Armenian advocacy efforts in the future?

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LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION:

Please provide a letter of recommendation from a professor, advisor, Armenian community leader, or employer who can attest to your academic achievements, communication skills, and dedication to pro-Armenian issues. Avoid seeking recommendations from friends or relatives to ensure impartiality. Your recommender can email the letter directly to bettinasar@aaainc.org.