Sona Gevorgyan

Atheist, Educator/Teacher, Journalist, Writer/Editor

I am a multimedia and investigative journalist with experience in narrative reporting, data journalism, and video production. My work focuses on telling human stories with impact and integrity, combining strong investigative methods with compelling storytelling. As a Fulbright Scholar and graduate of Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, I bring both international experience and a commitment to ethical, impactful reporting. I’ve led cross-platform investigative projects and mentored emerging journalists. Currently, I serve as an Adjunct Lecturer at the American University of Armenia. My passion lies in shaping stories that inform, inspire, and contribute to a deeper understanding of our world.

I am passionate about storytelling. I work as a journalist and writer, and that role allows me to keep learning every day. Journalism pushes me to ask questions, to look deeper, to challenge assumptions, and to explore perspectives different from my own. It is another form of education, one that happens in real time, through conversations and lived experiences.

There’s resilience in every single one of us.

Media

I first joined the TEDxAUA curation team in 2021, during the pandemic. It was a time when physical connection was limited, uncertainty was high, and many conversations felt distant or fragmented. Working closely with speakers during that period showed me the power of ideas to bring people together even when we were physically apart. As part of the curation team, I had the opportunity to work directly with speakers: refining their messages, shaping their narratives, and helping them transform personal stories and research into impactful talks. That experience changed the way I saw TEDx. It wasn’t just about organizing an event, it was about creating a platform where ideas are clarified, strengthened, and shared in a way that can truly resonate. Later, I also had the experience of being a TEDx speaker myself. Standing on that stage gave me a completely different perspective. I understood the responsibility, the nerves, the preparation, and the courage it takes to share something personal or meaningful with a larger audience. Experiencing both sides, supporting speakers and being one, deepened my appreciation for the platform.

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