Sose and Allen Memorial Forest

Sose and Allen Memorial Forest was established by ATP in 2014 in memory of two young Armenian-Americans, Sose and Allen, who made the bold decision to leave the comfort of life in the United States and move to Armenia. There, they dedicated themselves to helping build a better future in their ancestral homeland. Tragically, their lives were cut short in a devastating car accident.

Their close friend, Areg Maghakian, then ATP’s Yerevan Director, proposed planting a forest in their honor. What began as fragile saplings has, eleven years later, flourished into a vibrant 17-hectare forest of over 89,000 trees: pine, maple, oak, wild pear, and apple. It is now a living emblem of strength, resilience, and enduring love.

This is more than a story of remembrance. It is about love, legacy, and connection to the land. Sose and Allen Memorial Forest is a living, growing symbol of hope.