Yozgatlı Hayırsever Ermeniler Derneği
About

About Us

An association preserving the culture, history and solidarity of Armenians who lived in Yozgat and its surroundings

Our Mission

Yozgat Hayder's mission is to protect, preserve and pass on Yozgat's Armenian cultural heritage to future generations. Through cultural, social and solidarity-based activities, we aim to strengthen community bonds, support those in need, and keep our shared historical consciousness alive.

Our Vision

Yozgat Hayder's vision is to transmit Yozgat's multicultural history, Armenian cultural heritage and spirit of social solidarity to future generations. By building a strong bridge between past and future, we aim to keep our cultural values alive, strengthen community togetherness, and grow the culture of solidarity.

Our Values

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Memory

Researching, documenting and transmitting the history, culture and heritage of Armenians who lived in Yozgat.

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Solidarity

Strengthening communication, mutual aid and solidarity among our members; supporting those in need.

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Education

Providing scholarships at every level; offering courses in culture, art, language and vocational skills.

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Transparency

Keeping all donation and project accounts open; maintaining trust-based governance.

Provisional Board of Directors

Charter Art. 25 — founders serving until the first General Assembly

Hasip Arzuman

Provisional Chair

Liana Benli

Provisional Vice Chair

Serdar Kasapcılar

Provisional Secretary

Agop Torosoğlu

Provisional Treasurer

The names above form the provisional board as stated in the charter. After the first Ordinary General Assembly, the elected board will be listed here.

Join Us

Anyone born or having lived in the central district, towns or villages of Yozgat, or of Yozgat origin, along with their spouses and children, may join the association. (Charter Art. 3)