Turning Insight into Action: A Workshop on Social Change

“This workshop became a real turning point in my life,” shared participant Edik Aleqsanyan. “We didn’t just learn how to change things—we learned why it matters. We gained the tools to question, understand, and act with purpose. Now, I don’t just imagine a better world—I feel equipped to help build it.”

Masis Community, Ararat region: On November 29 and 30, 2024, participants in the Rapid Social Inclusion through Asset-Based Community Development program took part in a pivotal workshop titled “Social Change: Recognize and Change.” This session marked a turning point in how participants understand—and approach—community impact.

Led by expert Harutyun Vermishyan, the workshop bridged theory and practice, helping participants grasp the deep connection between knowledge and transformation. They explored how social change is not just about passion, but about grounding action in research, evidence, and critical understanding.

The workshop emphasized the power of data-driven, evidence-based policies in creating sustainable impact. Participants learned to define community problems, analyze them effectively, and design strategies that address root causes—not just symptoms.

By the end of the workshop, participants not only gained new knowledge, but also left with the confidence to act—grounded in facts and driven by insight.

Armenia Corps Development Initiative designed the Rapid Social Inclusion through Asset-Based Community Development Program to promote social inclusion in the Masis community, which includes 26 villages and Masis city. The program brings together 36 local and displaced youth to create localized solutions that foster social inclusion and generate community-level recommendations for better integration.

The program is funded through a Department of State Public Diplomacy Section grant, and supported by the Masis Community Administration. The opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed herein are those of the ArmeniaCorps and do not necessarily reflect those of the Department of State.