At the 2022 APRI Fall Meeting, Lara Setrakian reflected on Armenia’s difficult moment following the September 13 attack by Azerbaijan on Armenian territory, emphasizing the need for a new national narrative. Lara introduced that drawing on diverse perspectives, the conference focused on assessing current challenges, acknowledging past failures, and embracing resilience—likening Armenia’s recovery to Kintsugi, the art of “golden repair,” where broken pieces are restored stronger and more beautiful.
