Solidarity and Mutual Aid since 1890

Our History

The Armenian Association for Social Assistance (A.A.A.S.) is the first Armenian organization created in France.

In 1890, a group of Armenian businessmen residing in France decided to help Armenian students coming to Europe to pursue and complete their education.

Originally, the organization was called "Société de Bienfaisance des Arméniens de Paris" (S.B.A.P.), known as "Akhkadakhnam", which was later renamed Association Arménienne d'Aide Sociale (A.A.A.S.) in 1954.

Our Action

Our action is organized around two distinct poles which, together, allow us to fully accomplish our social mission.

The Social and Medico-Social Establishment Pole (ESMS) provides support for elderly people losing their autonomy through the management of nursing homes.

The Economic and Social Development Projects Pole (DES) creates and pilots actions aimed at strengthening the financial autonomy and social inclusion of people in vulnerable situations.

Our Mission

Our mission is based on three essential pillars, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

- The dignity and well-being of our elders,

- Social and educational support,

- Solidarity and sustainable development in Armenia.

Become a Member

AAAS invites you to join a unique network of solidarity, where your commitment directly contributes to building a better and more humane future. Joining us means:

- Contributing concretely to projects in France and Armenia

- Staying informed through our biannual newsletter

- Actively participating in associative life