Genocide as Part of the National and International Agenda

Suren Manukyan
Head of UNESCO Chair on Prevention of Genocide and Other Atrocity Crimes, Yerevan State University
Visiting lecturer at the American University of Armenia
Head of Department of Comparative Genocide Studies, Armenian Genocide Museum & Institute

Genocide is not just a historical tragedy—it is a powerful factor in global politics. From past crimes to ongoing atrocities, international players often use genocide to advance political interests, shape narratives, and exert influence. How has Armenia navigated this complex landscape? What role has the Armenian Genocide played in diplomacy, national security, relations with Diaspora and the Artsakh issue?

This talk will explore:
The suppression of genocide memory in the Soviet era
The global Armenian awakening of 1965
Armenian diplomacy and diaspora activism
Geopolitical factors influencing genocide recognition
The use of genocide as a tool in international politics

Join us for an in-depth discussion on the challenges and strategies behind genocide recognition and its impact on Armenia’s national agenda.

May 2 at 7:00 pm at 31/4 Charents str. Caucasus Institute building, 3rd floor.