Homenetmen (pronounced ho-men-ut-men) is an Armenian organization devoted to Athletics and Scouting. Homenetmen is an acronym derived from the initials of the Armenian name of the organization, which translated stand for Armenian General Athletic Union.
The motto is "Elevate Yourself and Others with You" (Partsratsir Partsratsour). It was originally founded in 1918 in Constantinople by Shavarsh Krissian, Krikor Hagopian, and Hovhanness Hintlian. Homenetmen's objectives are realized by Scouting, General physical education and sports, Lectures, seminars and public activities, Publications, Clubs, gymnasiums and sports facilities.
Purpose
The mission of Homenetmen is to prepare physically strong Armenians and exemplary citizens with the highest intellectual and spiritual virtues:
1. By teaching endurance and courage, nationalism and patriotism, abidance of the law and orderliness.
2. By developing awareness of duty, feelings of responsibility and honour, in a spirit of harmony and cooperation.
3. By satiating the mind and heart with the noblest of sporting spirit.
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