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"Global Armenia" is an initiative of the United Nations in Armenia to facilitate and enhance the Diaspora's engagement in the country's development projects. The United Nations is the most universal organization with its global network stretching all over the world, and the Armenian Diaspora itself has a distinctively global nature. Consequently, the United Nations family of organizations, through "Global Armenia", is well placed to develop the synergies between these two vast networks, forming partnerships with Diaspora individuals and organizations for the advancement of Armenia's human capital.
LATEST NEWS, EVENTS AND PROJECTS
President Serzh Sargsyan received the UN Resident Coordinator /UNDP Representative in Armenia Ms. Consuelo Vidal
On 12 November RoA President Serzh Sargsyan received the UN Resident Coordinator/ UNDP Resident Representative in Armenia Consuelo Vidal who is completing her mission in the country.
On 12 November RoA President Serzh Sargsyan received the UN Resident Coordinator/ UNDP Resident Representative in Armenia Consuelo Vidal who is completing her mission in the country.
RoA Prime Minister Received the UN Resident Coordinator
On 11 November RoA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received UN Resident Coordinator in Armenia Consuelo Vidal who completes her UN diplomatic mission in Yerevan.
On 11 November RoA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received UN Resident Coordinator in Armenia Consuelo Vidal who completes her UN diplomatic mission in Yerevan.
RoA NA Chairman Receives the UN Resident Coordinator in the Republic of Armenia
On 10 November, Chairman of the National Assembly Hovik Abrahamyan received the UN Resident Coordinator in Armenia Consuelo Vidal on the occasion of completion of her UN mission in Yerevan.
On 10 November, Chairman of the National Assembly Hovik Abrahamyan received the UN Resident Coordinator in Armenia Consuelo Vidal on the occasion of completion of her UN mission in Yerevan.
A Joint Programme was Signed
Yerevan, 31 July 2009 – Today, G. Petrosyan, RA Minister of Labor and Social Issues, S. Mnatsakanyan, Head of the National Statistical Service, C. Vidal, UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative, Ahmed Maha, WFP Representative/Country Director, and Laylee Moshiri, UNICEF Representative signed a Joint Programme on 31 July 2009. The IMF has agreed to provide technical assistance with analyzing the data.
Yerevan, 31 July 2009 – Today, G. Petrosyan, RA Minister of Labor and Social Issues, S. Mnatsakanyan, Head of the National Statistical Service, C. Vidal, UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative, Ahmed Maha, WFP Representative/Country Director, and Laylee Moshiri, UNICEF Representative signed a Joint Programme on 31 July 2009. The IMF has agreed to provide technical assistance with analyzing the data.
Government of Armenia, the United Nations Signed 2010-2015 Programme of Cooperation
Today Prime Minister of Armenia Tigran Sargsyan received UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative (UN RC/UNDP RR) in Armenia Consuelo Vidal. Heads of UN Agencies and Programmes in Armenia were also present at the meeting.
Today Prime Minister of Armenia Tigran Sargsyan received UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative (UN RC/UNDP RR) in Armenia Consuelo Vidal. Heads of UN Agencies and Programmes in Armenia were also present at the meeting.
Dilijan hosted the last in the series of UNDP organized concerts
On 5 May 2009 the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Armenia, within the framework of UNDP project “Music and Public Outreach in the Regions: Highlighting the Needs of the Regions through a Cultural Lens,” addressed environmental issues in Tavush region through a concert and a public awareness campaign in the city of Dilijan. The performance was given by the National Chamber Orchestra of Armenia (NCOA), led by maestro Aram Gharabekian.
On 5 May 2009 the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Armenia, within the framework of UNDP project “Music and Public Outreach in the Regions: Highlighting the Needs of the Regions through a Cultural Lens,” addressed environmental issues in Tavush region through a concert and a public awareness campaign in the city of Dilijan. The performance was given by the National Chamber Orchestra of Armenia (NCOA), led by maestro Aram Gharabekian.
UNDP Focuses on Regional Needs through Cultural Lens
On 21 April 2009 the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Armenia, within the framework of UNDP project “Music and Public Outreach in the Regions: Highlighting the Needs of the Regions through a Cultural Lens,” organized a concert and a public awareness campaign in the city of Gyumri dedicated to human rights and tolerance issues in Shirak region. The performance was given by the National Chamber Orchestra of Armenia (NCOA), led by maestro Aram Gharabekian.
On 21 April 2009 the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Armenia, within the framework of UNDP project “Music and Public Outreach in the Regions: Highlighting the Needs of the Regions through a Cultural Lens,” organized a concert and a public awareness campaign in the city of Gyumri dedicated to human rights and tolerance issues in Shirak region. The performance was given by the National Chamber Orchestra of Armenia (NCOA), led by maestro Aram Gharabekian.
The United Nations in Armenia and Armenian Missionary Association of America Discuss Plans for Future Cooperation
Yerevan, 18 April 2009 – Today, Ms. Consuelo Vidal, UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative (UN RC/UNDP RR) met with Mr. Andrew Torigian, Executive Director of Armenian Missionary Association of America (AMAA), and Rev. Dr. René Léonian, Representative of Armenian Missionary Association in Armenia. Mr. Armen Baibourtian, Senior Adviser to UN RC/UNDP RR was also present at the meeting.
Yerevan, 18 April 2009 – Today, Ms. Consuelo Vidal, UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative (UN RC/UNDP RR) met with Mr. Andrew Torigian, Executive Director of Armenian Missionary Association of America (AMAA), and Rev. Dr. René Léonian, Representative of Armenian Missionary Association in Armenia. Mr. Armen Baibourtian, Senior Adviser to UN RC/UNDP RR was also present at the meeting.
UNDP Facilitates Diaspora Technical Support to Armenian Institutions
Yerevan, 16 April 2009 – Today, Armen Baibourtian, Senior Adviser to UN RC/UNDP RR, Narine Sahakyan, UNDP Assistant Resident Representative and Hovhannes Sarajyan, UNDP Communications Associate met with recently recruited Diaspora experts who are in Armenia as part of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) launched TOKTEN program (Transfer of Knowledge Through Expatriate Nationals).
Yerevan, 16 April 2009 – Today, Armen Baibourtian, Senior Adviser to UN RC/UNDP RR, Narine Sahakyan, UNDP Assistant Resident Representative and Hovhannes Sarajyan, UNDP Communications Associate met with recently recruited Diaspora experts who are in Armenia as part of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) launched TOKTEN program (Transfer of Knowledge Through Expatriate Nationals).
UN, IFIs Discuss with RoA Government Ways to Offset Social Impact of the Crisis
The Ministry of Labor and Social Issues, the United Nations (UN), World Bank (WB) and International Monetary Fund (IMF) offices in Armenia, organized a conference on “Social Impact of the Global Economic Crisis on Armenia.” The objective of the conference was to discuss consequences of the global economic and financial crisis and find measures to mitigate its impact on vulnerable groups. The conference brought together around 120 participants.
The Ministry of Labor and Social Issues, the United Nations (UN), World Bank (WB) and International Monetary Fund (IMF) offices in Armenia, organized a conference on “Social Impact of the Global Economic Crisis on Armenia.” The objective of the conference was to discuss consequences of the global economic and financial crisis and find measures to mitigate its impact on vulnerable groups. The conference brought together around 120 participants.
Through a concert and a public outreach event UNDP tried to raise awareness on gender issues in Gegharkunik region
On 7 April 2009 United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Armenia, in partnership the National Chamber Orchestra of Armenia, organized a concert and a public awareness campaign in the city of Sevan dedicated to gender issues in Gegharkunik region. The performance was given by the National Chamber Orchestra of Armenia (NCOA) led by maestro Aram Gharabekian.
On 7 April 2009 United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Armenia, in partnership the National Chamber Orchestra of Armenia, organized a concert and a public awareness campaign in the city of Sevan dedicated to gender issues in Gegharkunik region. The performance was given by the National Chamber Orchestra of Armenia (NCOA) led by maestro Aram Gharabekian.
Armenia Hosted an Earthquake Simulation Response Exercise
On 24-26 March 2009, the United Nations Office in Armenia and the Rescue Service of Armenia, under the Ministry of Emergency Situations, will implement the INSARAG (International Search and Rescue Advisory Group) Earthquake Simulation Response Exercise. This exercise is designed to put into practice all the different components involved in the coordination of international response to a country affected during a sudden onset of natural disaster.
On 24-26 March 2009, the United Nations Office in Armenia and the Rescue Service of Armenia, under the Ministry of Emergency Situations, will implement the INSARAG (International Search and Rescue Advisory Group) Earthquake Simulation Response Exercise. This exercise is designed to put into practice all the different components involved in the coordination of international response to a country affected during a sudden onset of natural disaster.
The Evolvement of Diaspora-Armenia Partnership was Introduced at the International Forum in Belgrade
On 18-20 November 2008 “International Conference on Serbian Diaspora and Homeland Development” was convened in Belgrade via joint efforts of the Ministry for Diaspora of Serbia and UNDP/Serbia. Mr. Armen Baibourtian, Senior Adviser to the head of United Nations in Armenia and Mrs. Narine Sahakyan, UNDP/Armenia Assistant Resident Representative took part in the conference. Along with the high representatives of the Serbian Ministry for Diaspora, other government officials, civil society, UNDP and ILO, invitees included experts from Israel, India, Ireland, Slovenia, France, and Croatia as well as Serbian Diaspora’ representatives from Sweden, Germany and France.
On 18-20 November 2008 “International Conference on Serbian Diaspora and Homeland Development” was convened in Belgrade via joint efforts of the Ministry for Diaspora of Serbia and UNDP/Serbia. Mr. Armen Baibourtian, Senior Adviser to the head of United Nations in Armenia and Mrs. Narine Sahakyan, UNDP/Armenia Assistant Resident Representative took part in the conference. Along with the high representatives of the Serbian Ministry for Diaspora, other government officials, civil society, UNDP and ILO, invitees included experts from Israel, India, Ireland, Slovenia, France, and Croatia as well as Serbian Diaspora’ representatives from Sweden, Germany and France.
UN Development Work and Partnership Projects with Diaspora Presented at AIWA 5th International Conference
On 9-12 November 2008 Ms. Consuelo Vidal, UN RC/UNDP RR participated in the 5th international conference of Armenian International Women’s Association (AIWA), which took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Delegations from 15 countries attended the conference, among them the RA Minister of Diaspora Affairs Hranush Hakobyan, Ms. Gohar Sargsyan wife of the Prime Minister of Armenia, Ms. Donna Evans wife of the former U.S. Ambassador to Armenia John Evans, widow of Hrant Dink Rakel Dink and others.
On 9-12 November 2008 Ms. Consuelo Vidal, UN RC/UNDP RR participated in the 5th international conference of Armenian International Women’s Association (AIWA), which took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Delegations from 15 countries attended the conference, among them the RA Minister of Diaspora Affairs Hranush Hakobyan, Ms. Gohar Sargsyan wife of the Prime Minister of Armenia, Ms. Donna Evans wife of the former U.S. Ambassador to Armenia John Evans, widow of Hrant Dink Rakel Dink and others.
Inauguration of Two Community Development Projects in Meghri City
On November 5, 2008 two community development projects were inaugurated in Meghri city of Syunik region – on the Improvement of the City Waste Management System and on the Reconstruction of a Crafts Center. The projects were implemented jointly by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Izmirlian Foundation and Meghri municipality, with components of the Crafts Center co-sponsored by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation and UK Department for International Development.
On November 5, 2008 two community development projects were inaugurated in Meghri city of Syunik region – on the Improvement of the City Waste Management System and on the Reconstruction of a Crafts Center. The projects were implemented jointly by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Izmirlian Foundation and Meghri municipality, with components of the Crafts Center co-sponsored by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation and UK Department for International Development.
Partnership between the United Nations Development Program and the Ministry of Diaspora Has Been Formalized
Today Ms. Consuelo Vidal, UN Resident Coordinator/ UNDP Resident Representative and Ms. Hranush Hakobyan, Minister of Diaspora have signed a Memorandum of Understanding - a framework document that envisages collaboration in development of conceptual outline of Armenia-Diaspora relations and its implementation.
Today Ms. Consuelo Vidal, UN Resident Coordinator/ UNDP Resident Representative and Ms. Hranush Hakobyan, Minister of Diaspora have signed a Memorandum of Understanding - a framework document that envisages collaboration in development of conceptual outline of Armenia-Diaspora relations and its implementation.
The Reconstructed Potable Water Network Launched in Yervandashat Community
On October 1, 2008 the potable water network has been officially put in operation in the rural community of Yervandashat, Armavir region. The full reconstruction of the network was carried out due to the joint efforts of the United Nations Development Programme, the Children of Armenia Fund and Yervandashat municipality.
On October 1, 2008 the potable water network has been officially put in operation in the rural community of Yervandashat, Armavir region. The full reconstruction of the network was carried out due to the joint efforts of the United Nations Development Programme, the Children of Armenia Fund and Yervandashat municipality.
UN in Armenia Partners with the Diaspora in Boosting Development in the Country
Today Ms. Consuelo Vidal, the head of the United Nations in Armenia hosted a reception where, in the framework of the “Global Armenia” initiative, TOKTEN (Transfer of Knowledge Through Expatriate Nationals) Program and “Global Armenia” website were launched.
Today Ms. Consuelo Vidal, the head of the United Nations in Armenia hosted a reception where, in the framework of the “Global Armenia” initiative, TOKTEN (Transfer of Knowledge Through Expatriate Nationals) Program and “Global Armenia” website were launched.
Partnership Initiatives of the UN in Armenia Introduced to the American-Armenian Diaspora
United Nations, Yerevan - The United Nations delegation from Armenia, headed by Ms. Consuelo Vidal, the United Nations Resident Coordinator/UN Development Programme Resident Representative, with Mr. Armen Baibourtian, Senior Adviser to UN RC/UNDP RR and Ms. Narine Sahakyan, Assistant to UNDP RR as part of it, paid a working visit to the United States from 21 July to 2 August.
United Nations, Yerevan - The United Nations delegation from Armenia, headed by Ms. Consuelo Vidal, the United Nations Resident Coordinator/UN Development Programme Resident Representative, with Mr. Armen Baibourtian, Senior Adviser to UN RC/UNDP RR and Ms. Narine Sahakyan, Assistant to UNDP RR as part of it, paid a working visit to the United States from 21 July to 2 August.
UNDP Armenia Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Armenian-Russian Entrepreneur
Today Ms. Consuelo Vidal, UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative in Armenia, and Mr. Sergey Hambardzumyan, an Armenian entrepreneur based in Moscow, signed an unprecedented agreement whereby Mr. Hambardzumyan will support a host of community development initiatives in the village of Yeghvard, located in Syunik Marz, Armenia.
Today Ms. Consuelo Vidal, UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative in Armenia, and Mr. Sergey Hambardzumyan, an Armenian entrepreneur based in Moscow, signed an unprecedented agreement whereby Mr. Hambardzumyan will support a host of community development initiatives in the village of Yeghvard, located in Syunik Marz, Armenia.
UNDP and the Izmirlian Foundation sign cooperation agreement to join efforts in favour of the development of rural communities
Today, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Armenia and the Izmirlian Foundation announced a new phase in their partnership directed toward economic and cultural development of rural communities in Armenia.
Today, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Armenia and the Izmirlian Foundation announced a new phase in their partnership directed toward economic and cultural development of rural communities in Armenia.
