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ARAMAZD Social-Educational Development Program
Period of implementation: 2006-2012
Background of the program
In 2003-2006 Armenian Caritas implemented a project called "Strengthening of Civil Society among the Refugee Communities in Armenia" which developed the capacities of the three community centers in Amasia, Vardenis and Chambarak, simultaneously offering integration and development opportunities for the 38 village communities. At the end of the project the three community centers were registered and became independent entities. The newly established NGOs of Community Centers will promote the development and revitalization of the refugee communities as well as will foster the integration of the refugee and local populations within the communities.It was followed Aramazd project, which still strives for the development of the structures established by the previous program.
Goal:
The goal of Aramazd is to support the development process of the refugee-populated communities in sub-regions of Amasia, Vardenis and Chambarak through continuation of capacity building activities of the local NGOs in the targeted sub-regions and provision of mini-grant opportunities.
Objectives:
- To support the development and reinforcement of the capacities of the local NGOs in Amasia, Vardenis and Chambarak sub-regions.
- To award micro grants for the projects, presented by local NGOs of the targeted sub-regions.
- To assist the NGOs in building their own identity, enhancing visibility and gaining popularity among the community through developing PR activities.
- To support the NGO initiatives in self-sustainability by providing a small investment of Euro 3000 for the start of a Business through revolving incubation fund mechanism.
- To establish and maintain collaborative relations with the local and international organizations, and other civil society actors, which develop their activities in the targeted areas.
Partners: 2006-2009 - Caritas Spain,Caritas Austria and Caritas France
2010-2012 - Caritas Spain, Caritas France.
Project manager: Anahit Gevorgyan
