When Communication Becomes Resistance | Alice Sharafyan | TEDxMoskovyanSt

Core Narrative - The talk explores the challenges and dangers of speaking the truth, especially during wartime, focusing on hate speech and targeted attacks [1] - It emphasizes the importance of communication as a form of resistance and the emotional toll of truth-telling [1] Speaker's Background - Alice Sharafyan is a communications strategist and youth activist with nearly a decade of experience in public relations, civil society, and human rights [1] - She currently manages PR and communications at the Hayastan All Armenian Fund, leading outreach and diaspora engagement campaigns [1] - She has experience in organizing awareness campaigns and international trainings on democratic participation, gender equality, and media literacy [1] Affiliations and Education - Alice studied Politics and Governance at the American University of Armenia (Class of 2025) and will pursue a Master's in Human Rights and Social Justice [1] - She is an active member of Generation Democracy Network and AGBU Young Professionals [1] Key Skills and Interests - She is passionate about visual storytelling and inclusive governance [1] - Her background includes photography and content creation [1]