Building on the strengths of their communities and the knowledge gained through the ArmeniaCorps initiative, participants have launched the “Promoting Women’s Employment” project in Getapnya, Darakert, and Ghukasavan villages. Grounded in the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, this initiative identifies and mobilizes the talents of unemployed women, offering them practical skills to enter the workforce […]
Three young women from Armenia—Hermine Martirosyan, Taguhi Sargsyan (Norabats), and Anna Galstyan (Nizami)—have demonstrated how local leadership and education can drive sustainable development. Through the ArmeniaCorps initiative, they transformed a shared concern into a community-led solution: the “Effective Use of Waste in the Educational System” project. By building on their existing community knowledge and developing […]
In Azatashen village’s primary school, small steps are turning into lasting change. A recent environmental workshop introduced young students to the importance of caring for nature and managing waste responsibly—laying the foundation for a cleaner, more sustainable future. Voluntarily led by Hakob Mikoyan, president of the “Makrapatum” environmental-educational NGO, the workshop highlighted the harmful effects […]
ArmeniaCorps participants are strengthening their ability to lead community transformation by engaging in capacity-building workshops designed to institutionalize grassroots efforts. Through a session led by civil society expert Lilit Arzoyan, participants learned how to establish community-based organizations, design grassroots campaigns, and launch effective fundraising strategies. These skills are equipping them to scale their projects, ensure […]
ArmeniaCorps participants recently took a vital step in strengthening their local development efforts by building their skills in media and advocacy communication. Led by Nvard Melkonyan, co-founder and president of Spring PR-Company, the workshop focused on effective media engagement and advocacy for grassroots initiatives. With her expert guidance, participants explored practical strategies to raise awareness […]