Analytical Center on Globalization and Regional Cooperation NGO

Grant Amount: 1,388,095 AMD Purpose: The program will provide emergency institutional support to the Analytical Centre on Globalization and Regional Cooperation (ACGRC) to address financial challenges caused by global factors. Through this support, Analytical Centre on Globalization and Regional Cooperation will be able to retain key staff and resources to sustain vital programs for three months while developing a more

Civil Society Uses UN Tools to Improve Human Rights in Armenia

The Universal Periodic Review (UPR) is a unique process established by the United Nations to evaluate human rights conditions in all UN member states. Created by the UN Human Rights Council, its goal is to promote and protect human rights worldwide by assessing each country’s adherence to its human rights obligations. Armenia’s next official UPR review is scheduled for May

The European Union Launches New Civil Society Actions to Support Refugees in Armenia

On 23 January 2025, the European Union Delegation to Armenia announced the launch of three new projects designed to address the needs of refugees from Nagorno Karabakh. These initiatives, implemented by local and international civil society organizations (CSOs), demonstrate the EU’s ongoing commitment to fostering economic integration, promoting social inclusion, and safeguarding the fundamental rights of refugees. The “Human Rights

Statement by a Group of Civil Society Organizations on the Strategic Partnership between Armenia and the USA

On behalf of the undersigned civil society organizations, we welcome the signing of the Strategic Partnership Charter between the Republic of Armenia and the United States of America. This partnership opens new opportunities, not only for Armenia but for the entire region, contributing to regional security, peaceful and dignified coexistence, and economic cooperation. The parties also emphasize the values of

“Kanani” Social-Psychological Center, NGO

Grant Amount: 17,680,000 AMD Purpose: The program aims to support the introduction of quality psychosocial services for women in the perinatal period, to improve their emotional well-being. The program is implemented within the framework of the project “Rights, Services, Participation: Fostering a Comprehensive Mental Health Framework in Armenia” funded by the European Union. Democracy Development Foundation is implementing the project

With Support of the Embassy of France, DDF Launches “Solidarity for Human Rights and Democracy” Project

With the support of the Embassy of France in Armenia, the Democracy Development Foundation, along with two partner non-governmental organizations, is implementing the “Solidarity for Human Rights and Democracy” project. The project aims to provide opportunities for open and effective dialogue and cooperation between Russian and Ukrainian journalists, human rights activists, and civil society representatives residing in Armenia. To achieve

Protection of Rights Without Borders, NGO

Grant Amount: 32,328,768 AMD Purpose: In the framework of this project, Protection of Rights without Borders (PRWB), NGO will carry out monitoring of the justice sector reforms with the purpose of contributing to their integrity and increasing their effectiveness. In particular, the grantee will monitor the selection processes of candidates for judges, the disciplinary measures used in the judiciary, as

Helsinki Citizens’ Assembly – Vanadzor

Grant Amount: 41,458,465 AMD Purpose: The purpose of the project is to contribute to having effective, transparent, and accountable reforms in the law enforcement sector in Armenia. In this regard, Helsinki Citizens Assembly-Vanadzor (HCAV) will monitor the implementation process of the New Police Reform Strategy and its 2024-2026 Action Plan. The grantee will also contribute to strengthening the public oversight

Commit Global

Grant Amount: 50,340 EUR Purpose: The project aims to make relevant information about refugee needs more accessible both for NK refugees and agencies that work towards addressing their needs and upholding their rights. To this end, Commit Global will provide innovative digital solutions by establishing a user-friendly information platform and a needs map. This project is a part of the