A COMMUNITY
OF ALLIES
For a place to be its best, it must be its best for everyone.
All people, regardless of any defining trait, must feel safe.
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We must all feel as though we have a voice and can be
heard and represented.
The LC is a diverse community and
we have an opportunity to use this spectrum
of world-perspectives to create a place
that is greater than the sum of its parts.
It is a place where we are not simply opposed
to things like racism but we are pro-active in spreading
a message of mutual respect for all humans.
ARMENIA
Glendale is home to the second-largest Armenian population in the world, surpassed only by Russia.
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During the Armenian Genocide (1915–1923), 1.5 million Armenians were systematically killed by the Ottoman Empire. In the aftermath, countless families fled to places like Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, and beyond, forming a resilient global diaspora.
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But a people are not defined solely by their tragedies. Armenian culture is vibrant, enriched with delicious food, captivating history, lively music, and spirited dancing. Here in the Crescenta Valley, you can experience this incredible heritage firsthand—dine at authentic Armenian restaurants, shop at local Armenian businesses, and forge lasting friendships within this warm and welcoming community.
CV INTERNMENT CAMPS?
La Crescenta is home to many Asian-American families. Have you ever wondered why this concentration exists or how it came to be?
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In 1942, President FDR signed Executive Order 9066, authorizing the forced removal and internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. The order declared, "Japan is our enemy, and anyone of Japanese descent—citizen or not—must be relocated to concentration camps," disregarding their citizenship and rights.
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Although the camps were designated for Japanese Americans, many other Asian Americans—such as Korean and Taiwanese families—were also affected due to prejudice and ignorance.
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This dark chapter uprooted 120,000 individuals, most of them U.S. citizens. Families lost their homes, businesses, and livelihoods, and one of these remote camps was located in Crescenta Valley!
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When the camps closed in 1945, many families returned with nothing but chose to stay and rebuild their lives.
Today, Crescenta Valley is home to a vibrant community with restaurants, businesses, and families whose history connects to these events. Their resilience is a vital part of our shared story.
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A small memorial at the corner of Tujunga and La Tuna Canyon commemorates this era. Though easy to miss, it reminds us of the injustices faced by Japanese and other Asian Americans—and the importance of ensuring history doesn’t repeat itself.
LGBTQ-PLUS!
CV is home to a thriving LGBTQ+ community.
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For decades, this community has faced systemic discrimination, ranging from legal persecution to social ostracism. Despite these challenges, pockets of acceptance began to form in major cities like Los Angeles, where advocacy, art, and community building flourished.
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From inclusive schools to locally owned businesses, Crescenta Valley reflects the resilience and spirit of a community that has fought—and continues to fight—for equality and acceptance.
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By supporting LGBTQ+ neighbors, businesses, and allies, we help foster a future rooted in empathy, understanding, and inclusion.
