On August 10-11, 2009 a “Buenos Aires – Armenia” forum took place in the capital of Argentine on the initiative of the Preservation of Buenos Aires Historic Cultural and Heritage Commission, as well as Historical Institute and Armenian Cultural Association.

The core issue – was Armenian genocide covered by Dr. Khatchig Der-Ghukassian. He touched upon the Genocide negation issue by several states, that pursue their own interests.
Psychologist Rita Kuyumjian analyzed emotional stress of those escaping the Genocide due to negation of that fact.

Dr. Leandro Despouy, (Argentine Human Rights lawyer) went into the question of life and activities of Armenians in Latin America.
During the 3-day event, certain activities were dedicated to William Saroyan – renowned American-Armenian dramatist.

Overall cultural, historical and other crucial issues of Armenian Diaspora were widely discussed during the event.