Hyeland Project

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Forming an Armenian Community in Tennessee

Based on the success of the Free State Project, these are the steps for success

Armenians moving to the South

Roadmap

Efforts to increase mover pledge count

Ongoing

Facilitate vanguard early-movers

Ongoing

First-annual Armenian-American Forum hosted by the Hyeland Project

Spring 2025

HyelandFest #1

Fall 2025

HyelandFest #2

Spring 2026

Trigger the move once 360 mover pledge

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Why Tennessee?

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to be a Hyelander?

Pledging to become a hyelander means you are expressing strong interest to join the Tennessee Hyeland Project by moving your permanent or vacation residency to the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee. The pledge is non-binding and there is no financial or other form of risk if you change your mind.

How does one Pledge to move?

After you join our mailing list, we’ll start a conversation where we outline the principles and concept of the Hyelander pledge. At any point afterwards you can message or call us to pledge your move.

Where are we planning to move?

Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee, here’s why.

Has anyone moved yet?

A vanguard of the Hyeland Project have already moved to the area. Others are waiting to reach the pledge count before moving. Moving early is encouraged.

I have a question, how can I connect with you?

Join our mailing list and email us your question.