LOS ANGELES –On January 23, 2026, before a packed audience at USC Bing Theatre, the USC Dornsife Institute of Armenian Studies debuted TEDxLittle Armenia, a transformative program that highlighted diverse voices and cultural intersections. Centered on the theme of Hybrid Identities, the program was experimental both in content and form, blending traditional speeches with multimedia elements, music, and dance. In her introductory remarks, Institute Director Dr. Shushan Karapetian situated the evening within the larger landscape of contemporary Armenian Studies. Following Adjemian’s heartwarming message, Ashot Arzumanyan, Partner at SmartGate VC, offered practical tools for identifying and seizing one’s potential. Los Angeles City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez, who represents Little Armenia, presented a certificate of recognition honoring TEDxLittle Armenia.