Useful Links on the Armenian Genocide and Global Human Rights
This curated list of resources offers reliable information, educational tools, historical archives, and advocacy platforms related to the Armenian Genocide and broader efforts to prevent crimes against humanity. From Canadian institutions to global research centres, each link provides valuable context, survivor testimony, and opportunities for further engagement in genocide awareness and human rights education.
Canadian Resources
- Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR)
Located in Winnipeg, this national museum includes permanent and temporary exhibits on the Armenian Genocide, among other human rights atrocities.
Visit CMHR - The Armenian Genocide in Canadian Parliament
Canada officially recognized the Armenian Genocide through parliamentary motions and national commemorations in 2004. Coverage by CBC News highlights key moments in the country’s recognition of this historical moment.
CBC News - The Georgetown Boys – Canada’s First International Humanitarian Effort
Learn about the rescue and settlement of Armenian orphans by Canadians in the 1920s—recognized as the country’s first major humanitarian undertaking abroad.
Read About the Georgetown Boys - Armenian National Committee of Canada (ANCC)
Canada’s largest grassroots Armenian advocacy organization, promoting genocide recognition, human rights, and community initiatives.
Visit ANCC
Educational Resources on the Armenian Genocide
- Armenian National Institute
Explore a comprehensive archive featuring maps, historical photos, scholarly articles, and an online museum focused on the Armenian Genocide.
Visit ANI - Facing History – Introducing the Armenian Genocide
A concise educational video that provides historical context and introduces students to the Armenian Genocide.
Watch the Video - Genocide1915.org
Get daily facts, read survivor stories, and find up-to-date news, quotes, and resources related to the Armenian Genocide.
Explore the Site - The Armenian Journey: From Despair to Hope
Produced by The Genocide Education Project, this short documentary follows a survivor’s story told through her descendant.
Watch the Film - AGBU (Armenian General Benevolent Union)
Through historical analysis, survivor accounts, and educational initiatives, AGBU sheds light on the Armenian Genocide’s origins and its lasting global impact.
Visit AGBU Genocide Resources - ABC News Archive: Armenian Genocide
View a historical news clip from 1999 featuring coverage of the Armenian Genocide on World News Tonight.
Watch the Segment
Museums, Archives & Testimony
- Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute (Yerevan)
Official museum in Armenia featuring detailed exhibits, documents, and oral histories related to the Armenian Genocide.
Visit the Museum - Armenian Film Foundation
Explore film projects, survivor testimonies, and curated video content documenting the Armenian Genocide.
Visit the Foundation - USC Shoah Foundation – Armenian Genocide Collection
Access visual testimony from survivors of the Armenian Genocide in this powerful video archive.
Explore the Archive - Twenty Voices: A Documentary by Araz Artinian
A moving documentary capturing the personal stories of 20 survivors of the Armenian Genocide.
Watch the Documentary
Advocacy & Action
- Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA)
Engage with grassroots advocacy efforts, explore legislation, and access resources including scholarships.
Visit ANCA - Armenian Assembly of America
A non-partisan advocacy organization promoting public awareness of Armenian issues, genocide recognition, U.S.-Armenia relations, and community engagement.
Visit the Armenian Assembly - Western Armenia: Official Website of the National Council of Western Armenia
This platform presents information and official documentation related to the legal status, history, and cultural heritage of Western Armenia. It includes updates from the National Council of Western Armenia, legal arguments for Armenian reparations, and educational materials aimed at preserving the memory and rights of the Armenian people.
Visit the Official Website of Western Armenia
Global Genocide Awareness & Prevention
- Genocide Watch
This organization outlines the 10 stages of genocide and offers resources on at-risk regions and advocacy.
Visit Genocide Watch - Yale University: Genocide Studies Program
A leading academic platform featuring case studies, interviews, and research on over a dozen genocides.
Explore Yale GSP - Prevent Genocide International
Provides multilingual genocide definitions, prevention strategies, and ways individuals can help.
Visit the Site - International Criminal Court (ICC)
Understand the court’s jurisdiction over crimes like genocide and its role in global justice.
Explore ICC - United Nations – Genocide Prevention Office
Find out how the UN monitors and works to prevent genocide through global cooperation and early warning systems.
Visit UN Resource