Tatevik’s story: foreign private companies support displaced families in Armenia
Representatives of UNHCR Armenia and its partner – Mission Armenia NGO, met them during a distribution of humanitarian aid among displaced families. Tatevik has just received UNHCR’s assistance – Essity diapers for Aramik, and Nike sport clothes for the whole...
Armenia’s humanitarian spirit shines on World Humanitarian Day 2024
Today, August 19, on World Humanitarian Day, we celebrate Armenia’s unwavering commitment to providing refuge and support to those in need. Under the theme #ActForHumanity, this global observance shines a light on the remarkable efforts of humanitarian workers...
Partnership in Action: UNHCR and Women’s Support Center
The partnership between the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Armenia and the Women’s Support Center (WSC)–designated by the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Republic of Armenia to lead the domestic violence support centers in the...
Celebrating unity and achievement: French Embassy honours para athletes in Armenia
This event, following the National Para Sports Festival, not only celebrated athletic prowess but also highlighted the importance of inclusivity and diversity in sports. The evening commenced with warm greetings from His Excellency, Ambassador Olivier Decottignies,...
Joint visit of the Ambassador of Canada and UNHCR to refugees in Armenia
The authorities, including Marzpet of Armavir, Mr. Davit Khudatyan, and the Mayor of Guy settlement, Mr. Ghazar Ghazaryan expressed sincere appreciation for the solidarity shown by UNHCR and the Government of Canada, emphasizing how such support bolsters their...
Launch of the CoE/UNHCR HELP course focusing on the protection of refugee and migrant children
On 15 July, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Council of Europe (CoE) and Centre for European Studies of Yerevan State University launched the CoE HELP course focusing on the protection of refugee and migrant children. The participants of HELP/...
Session on Understanding the rights and responsibilities of refugees in Armenia
On 8 July, UNHCR, in collaboration with the Unified Social Service (USS) and the Migration and Citizenship Service (MSC), organized a session on “Understanding the rights and responsibilities of refugees in Armenia”. The focus was on refugees’ right to work and their...
ECHO, UNHCR and People in Need visit refugees in Armenia
ECHO interacted with families, discussing their well-being, their needs and the plans for the future. Insightful meetings and activities took place at Tavush province’s Women’s Support Center and “For Equality” NGO, where they participated in an interactive art...
The Australian Ambassador visits refugee families living in Masis, Armenia
Ambassador Geering visited the two shelters in Masis accommodating refugees, engaging with families, and witnessing their living conditions. With heartfelt gestures, he offered gifts and participated in a small cultural programme, amplifying the sense of solidarity...