By Sevan Boghos-Derbedrossian
Special to the Mirror-Spectator
ALTADENA, Calif. — On Sunday, March 17, the Tekeyan Cultural Association Metro Los Angeles Chapter warmly welcomed attendees to a book presentation at the TCA Beshgeturian Center featuring Katia Tavitian Karageuzian, author of the memoir Forbidden Homeland.
Through the lens of her memoir, readers embark on a profound exploration of the Armenian diaspora, delving into its complexities and reflecting on our own journeys within our diverse community. Forbidden Homeland serves as a resource reflecting our heritage, struggles, and triumphs, while inviting us to question and evaluate our identities and narratives.
Katia’s narrative spans continents and generations, weaving together personal reflections with historical and political threads. From Western Armenia through the Middle East to the United States, her story resonates deeply, offering profound insights into our collective past and prompting us to contemplate our present and future.
Born in Beirut, Lebanon, Katia’s upbringing amidst civil unrest instilled in her a passion for literature and a thirst for knowledge. Today, she continues to contribute to her community through her work as a pediatric specialty pharmacist and her involvement in various Armenian organizations.
