The role of symbolism in our lives. Traits of symbolic knowledge. The influence of ideas, narratives, moral messages summarized in symbols of collective identity on human consciousness. National symbols as conceptual representations of values, mission, history and vision of the future that unite people.

Symbols as a responsibility for the continuity of identity, protection and empowerment. Distortions and manipulations of symbols and their contempt and harassment in the context of struggles against identity.

How to treat our symbols. The need for the knowledge of symbols and the realization of the values ​​derived from it. Symbols of Armenian identity and their hierarchy. The imperative to systemize the narratives about symbols and to embed them in education.

• Speakers: Hayk Demoyan, Mher Navoyan
• Moderator: Fr. Mesrop Aramian