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THE COOPERATION HAS BEEN STARTED

Thu, 23 May 2013 06:37:45 GMT

The first meeting after starting formal cooperation between Armenian Caritas and RA Human Rights Defender took place at Armenian Caritas “Handicraft workshop for women” center with the members of the project. Firstly the project manager Gayane Norikyan introduced the purpose of the meeting to the attendees.

“MIGRATION AND DEVELOPMENT” CONTINUES

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The presentation of Armenian Caritas program “Migration and Development -2” took place on May 17.
The program suggests a new approach to the migration problems in Armenia creating relations between migration and development. It also has a goal to decrease the high rate of migration from those communities of Armenia where the rate of poverty is the highest.

ART STUDENTS` PERCEPTION OF TRAFFICKING

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

“Armenian Caritas” BNGO held a “Migration and trafficking: human exploitation” contest for all students of the Terlemezyan Fine Arts College. The aim of the contest was to raise awareness of population about the risks of migration and trafficking through sculptures, painting, design and other art works.

PARTNERSHIP FOR HUMAN RIGHTS

Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

One year ago in the frame of the program “The development of human rights defender’s office’s capacity during the elections of the Republic of Armenia 2012-2013” there were established regional offices of Ombudsman in six regional centers of Armenia.

OPENING IN GAVAR

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The new office of Armenian Caritas BNGO in Gavar was launched on May 3. Henceforward all projects in Gavar will be implemented at 45 house on the street after Artsruni brothers. In particular there will operate “Little Prince” social center for children, and local offices of “Aramazd Social-Educational Development” and “Home Care in Gavar” projects.

THE OPENED DOOR

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:57:34 GMT

Sheltered in Armenian Catholic Center of Yerevan, 47 Syrian refugees were pleased to host the Minister of Diaspora of the RA Hranush Hakobyan in their new “home”.
There are about 7000 Syrian refugees in Armenia, who faced different problems upon arrival to their Armenian homeland. The minister, who is well aware of the situation, considerately follows up all projects that assist Syrian refugees to settle down in Armenia.

Vorarlberg Street in Gyumri

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 06:43:15 GMT

On March 12, 2013 the council of Gyumri in the reply to the letter of Armenian Caritas NGO, made a decision to rename the 15th street of Ani district as Vorarlberg, taking into account the valuable contribution of Austria’s Vorarlberg region in reconstruction of Gyumri.
The collaboration between Austria and Gyumri began in post-earthquake period, when groups of Austran volunteers arrived in Gyumri and brought with them humanitarian aid. Among the most significant contributions to the city reconstruction were the constructions of Austrian district and Austrian hospital in Gyumri.

The Sun Smiles to Everyone

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 08:30:03 GMT

On December 3rd Armenian Caritas organized the event “The Sun Shines for Everyone” within the framework of a larger project entitled “Information and Support Center for People with Multiple Disabilities.” The event was held to commemorate International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

Model disability care center in Gyumri

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In 2013, Gyumri will have a new model disability care center composed of therapeutic, informational, and vocational training centers as well as public parks for children and youth with multiple disabilities. The project is a long-term dream of Armenian Caritas that was made possible by the cooperation of Caritas Austria/Vorarlberg Diocese.

Equal Opportunities for Outstanding Students

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 06:41:54 GMT

“Equal Opportunities for Outstanding Students” project was launched in 2011. The project becomes possible with generous contributions from Caritas Austria. The target of the project is Armenian students from disadvantaged familieswho have high records at their educational institutions.