Kedashen is the Armenian Youth Federation chapter in Phoenix, Arizona, listed in the AYF Western Region roster. It runs athletic programmes alongside cultural and youth activity, and takes part in the federation's Olympics with chapters from across the region. For Armenian families in Arizona, where the community is smaller than in California, the chapter is an important link to the wider Armenian youth movement. Members organise much of the programme themselves, which builds leadership along with the sport. Enquiries about joining go to the chapter or the AYF Western Region.