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Aurora Joins April 24 Commemoration Events in Yerevan

Aurora Joins April 24 Commemoration Events in Yerevan Marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, the day of remembrance paid tribute to the victims, celebrated resilience, and spotlighted Aurora Mardiganian’s enduring legacy

2025 Human Rights and Humanitarian Forum to be held in Los Angeles on May 7 — 2025 Human Rights and Humanitarian Forum to be held in Los Angeles on May 7
The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative and The Promise Institute for Human Rights at UCLA Law unveil program and panelists for “At the Crossroads: Driving Integrated Action for a Resilient Future”

Co-Chairs Announced for Aurora’s 10th Anniversary Events — Co-Chairs Announced for Aurora’s 10th Anniversary Events
Noubar Afeyan, Eric Esrailian, Alice Greenwald, and Dame Louise Richardson to Steer Landmark Celebrations

2024–2025 Young Aurora Finalists Announced — 2024–2025 Young Aurora Finalists Announced
Teams from UWC Adriatic, UWC Dilijan, and UWC Mahindra College to Compete for Grant Funding

2024 Aurora Prize Laureate Dr. Denis Mukwege Uplifts Grassroots Humanitarians — 2024 Aurora Prize Laureate Dr. Denis Mukwege Uplifts Grassroots Humanitarians
Dr. Mukwege to Direct Support to Humanitarians and Organizations on the Ground through the Aurora Prize Participatory Grants

Colin Thomas-Jensen Joins Aurora as Director of Communications, Advocacy, and Impact — Colin Thomas-Jensen Joins Aurora as Director of Communications, Advocacy, and Impact
Former Senior USAID official to advance the organization’s global humanitarian outreach

Armine Afeyan Appointed CEO of the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative — Armine Afeyan Appointed CEO of the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative
Armine Afeyan succeeds Arman Jilavian, who has provided exemplary leadership during the organization’s first decade

2024–2025 Young Aurora Now Open for Submissions — 2024–2025 Young Aurora Now Open for Submissions
This annual call for innovative humanitarian solutions from students is presented by the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative in partnership with the United World Colleges and with the participation of Teach for All and the African Leadership Academy

Memorial to Aurora Mardiganian and the Martyrs of the Armenian Genocide Unveiled in Yerevan — Memorial to Aurora Mardiganian and the Martyrs of the Armenian Genocide Unveiled in Yerevan
The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative honored the woman who inspired its Co-Founders

Dr. Eric Esrailian Guides Aurora as Co-Founder in Its Next Chapter — Dr. Eric Esrailian Guides Aurora as Co-Founder in Its Next Chapter
Renowned physician, entrepreneur and human rights advocate to help steward the Initiative in an important new phase

Aurora Humanitarian Initiative to Participate in the Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting in New York City — Aurora Humanitarian Initiative to Participate in the Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting in New York City
A delegation of Aurora Humanitarians, Board Members, Selection Committee, and Leaders will contribute to conversations shaping the future of our world

Chelsea Clinton Joins the Aurora Prize Selection Committee — Chelsea Clinton Joins the Aurora Prize Selection Committee
Public Health Advocate and Vice Chair of the Clinton Foundation joins a group of exceptional humanitarian leaders and former heads of state

2024 Aurora Prize Awarded to Dr. Denis Mukwege — 2024 Aurora Prize Awarded to Dr. Denis Mukwege
Amid skyrocketing global humanitarian funding needs, the $1 million Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity will be distributed to support local humanitarians working on the ground