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Dec 11, 20242 min read
School of Hope: Resilient and Flourishing 36 Years after the Gyumri Earthquake
The first Pentium 3 computers, trendy concert chairs, shiny new desks—these were more than just items; they were symbols of hope and...
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Dec 8, 20243 min read
Empowering Youth through Music at Gyumri’s Octet School
While Samvel proudly displays his recent award and medal from the ‘Art Music’ international music festival, the school principal, Manya...
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Nov 21, 20242 min read
Inspiring Generation Alpha: Educational Progress in Noyemberyan Region
We are thrilled to share the remarkable progress we’ve made in the Noyemberyan region of Tavush province through the FAR’s BCPP program ....
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Nov 5, 20241 min read
Jazz Awakens at Dilijan State College through the Rhythms of the Hang Drum
The jazz enthusiasm at Dilijan State College of Arts was reignited by the renowned handpan (hang drum) artist, Daniel Waples. On November...
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Oct 21, 20243 min read
Developing Threads of Growth for Students with Special Needs
The first time Davit stepped into the carpet weaving class, he immediately felt at home. The bright, cozy space at Parakar's James and...
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Sep 26, 20242 min read
Giving Dreams Wings Through Inclusive Education
Nine-year-old Sofi had been terrified of butterflies for as long as she could remember. Even the sight of one would send her into a...
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Sep 8, 20242 min read
FAR’s Healthy and Balanced Menu Makes a Difference in Kosh Kindergarten
Since 2021, the Kosh Community Kindergarten has made fighting hunger and food insecurity a top priority after FAR expanded its Child...
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Sep 1, 20242 min read
The First September in Vanadzor’s Rejuvenated Art School
This September, around 180 students will step into the rejuvenated Vanadzor Community Art School for the first time in many years....
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Aug 12, 20242 min read
Science Camp is a Laboratory for Growth
“My lifetime goal is to be a dedicated professional and a good citizen of Armenia. Armenia needs strong scientists, and I have decided to...
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Jul 8, 20242 min read
A Decade of Inspiring Young Minds through Science Camps
I am pleased to share the highlights of this year's Byurakan Science Camp (BSC), which successfully hosted 42 students, aged 10-14, from...
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Jun 18, 20241 min read
The Pogossian Family Ensemble Performs at Dilijan State College of Arts
On June 15th, the halls of Dilijan State College of Arts came alive with the enchanting melodies of the Pogossian Family Ensemble, led by...
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Nov 8, 20221 min read
Harry and Suzanne Toufayan Visit the College they Revitalized
When Harry and Suzanne Toufayan set foot on the campus of the State Art College of Dilijan they were greeted with a drumroll. After...
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Oct 19, 20221 min read
Arzruni Inspires Students at FAR-Supported Schools
FAR’s beloved friend, the renowned pianist, philanthropist, and humanitarian Sahan Arzruni spent most of October conducting a tour with a...
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Jul 8, 20223 min read
FAR Says Goodbye to Anoush Mathevosian
FAR is greatly saddened by the loss of Anoush Mathevosian. A visionary in philanthropy, a dedicated supporter of FAR, and a friend,...
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Apr 12, 20221 min read
This Was Their Last Cold Winter
Until recently, smoke was an issue unique to Choratan Secondary School. The roughly 4,000-square-foot school, which has 100 students and...
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Oct 12, 20211 min read
Good Education Goes Beyond the Classroom
We have made it possible for the complete renovation of the clean water supply, sanitation, and hygiene facilities at six different...
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Jan 20, 20201 min read
Hundreds of Students Impacted by BCPP’s Recent School Renovations
Recent classroom renovations made possible through FAR’s Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Program (BCPP) are making school safer and more...
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Dec 11, 20192 min read
Renovations for the Parakar School Already Making an Impact
FAR launched its five-year project to revitalize the Parakar School in 2018. Just two years in, changes are already making a huge impact...
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Oct 18, 20193 min read
The Parakar School’s Vocational Training Wing Officially Opens to Students
In the midst of FAR’s recent celebrations commemorating 30 years of work in Armenia, the Parakar School also officially opened its...
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Aug 29, 20192 min read
FAR Provides Much-Needed Dental Care to the Students of Parakar
This is the second year FAR has partnered with the Rotary Club of Yerevan and the Armenian American Dental Association’s mobile clinic to...
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