Diana Apcar (or Abgar; Armenian: Դիանա Աբգար, 17 October 1859 – 8 July 1937) was a writer and humanitarian of the Armenian diaspora. She served as the Honorary Consul to Japan for the short-lived First Republic of Armenia (1918-1920). Apcar is recognized as the first Armenian woman diplomat and one of the earliest female diplomats in modern history.​

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In addition to the Diana Apcar Monument, the Diana Apcar Foundation plans to be actively involved in several key charitable initiatives, including:

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- Establishing the Diana Apcar Museum in Yerevan.

- Presenting the Diana Apcar Annual Prize in the fields of politics, diplomacy, social services, and philanthropy.

- Supporting human rights and providing assistance to refugees and displaced individuals.

- Promoting women's initiatives and encouraging their involvement in public service, diplomatic roles, and government structures.​

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