Organization of Istanbul Armenians

The Organization of Istanbul Armenians (OIA) of Los Angeles was founded in 1976 at St. Sarkis Church in East Los Angeles by a group of Armenians from Istanbul.^[1] This organization represents mainly the Istanbul Armenian community that is scattered throughout Southern California^[2] . Until 1985, the Organization of Istanbul Armenians continued its work at St. Sarkis Church. Thereafter, it relocated to Van Nuys Blvd. in the San Fernando Valley. In 1992, the OIA moved once again and situated itself on Sherman Way Blvd. where it continues to exist today.

Objectives

  1. To preserve the Armenian heritage, traditions, and culture.
  2. To provide scholarships to Armenian students.
  3. To encourage athleticism.
  4. To provide aid for Armenian families, students, and individuals.
  5. To help flourish Armenian literature.^[1]

References

^ ^a ^b "History of the OIA". OIA Official Website. Retrieved 8 October 2011.
^ Esquivel, Paloma (9/19/2011). "A Brotherhood is Bolstered by Food and Friendship". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 8 October 2011. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)

[History_of_the_OIA-1] "History of the OIA". OIA Official Website. Retrieved 8 October 2011.

[A_Brotherhood_is_Bolstered_by_Food_and_Friendship-2] Esquivel, Paloma (9/19/2011). "A Brotherhood is Bolstered by Food and Friendship". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 8 October 2011. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)

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