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Celebrating inspirational women: Insights from an ANSEF scholar Naira Sahakyan
As we celebrate the International Day of Women, it's a privilege to spotlight the remarkable #FARWomenInFocus who've overcome hurdles in...
Mar 7, 20242 min read
Karen's journey beyond developmental disability: Finding purpose in cooking
Twice a week, 23-year-old Karen hops on bus #42 from Yerevan to Parakar, Aramvir province, to dive into the world of cooking from A to Z...
Feb 29, 20242 min read
Dreaming big in Vanadzor, empowered by engineering education
Hayk dreams of creating better, stronger, and more stable architectural designs and residential buildings. That's what brought him to the...
Feb 22, 20241 min read
Meet Lusine: Defying societal norms by embracing beekeeping
Dressed in her beekeeping gear, Lusine steps into her backyard, where her buzzing friends eagerly await her arrival. These bees aren't...
Feb 19, 20242 min read
FAR gives a lifeline for Anna and her family
The first time Anna stepped into FAR’s Byureghavan soup kitchen , she was carrying her unborn son Hrayr, now a lively 7-year-old. She...
Feb 16, 20242 min read
Sowing seeds of excellence in Armenia’s young generation
For the second consecutive year, FAR has been steadfastly supporting undergraduate students in their pursuit of the Math Honors Program,...
Feb 15, 20242 min read
Abandoned hearts found love and connection through FAR
Arsen and Nelly, now both 27, met at the Vanadzor orphanage when they were teens, finding solace and support in each other's company....
Feb 14, 20242 min read
We don't sell, we make people want to buy: Insights from a young SMM graduate
When Lusine received a "No" in response to her social media asset back in May of 2023, her immediate response of "Why not if it could be...
Feb 7, 20242 min read
Transforming Tavush farming through the first agro-drone
Spraying the lands and orchards of border villages is no longer a dream – it's a reality that has become possible through the "Digital...
Feb 6, 20242 min read
Supporting Artsakhtsi preschoolers on the path to recovery
Exploring the festive Christmas table, 4-year-old Denis eagerly reaches for the sweets, securing a handful of small chocolate candies....
Feb 1, 20242 min read
This job transformed my life as a mother forcibly displaced from Artsakh
The pain and trauma that 32-year-old Svetlana from Stepanakert experienced when she fled her home during the Azeri attack on September...
Jan 28, 20242 min read
Please meet Bree Carriglio, FAR’s Development Director
Dear Friends, For nearly two decades, you have been receiving emails predominantly from me, representing Fund for Armenian Relief....
Jan 24, 20242 min read
In Loving Memory of Mrs. Sirvart Hovnanian
It is with profound sadness that we learned about the passing of Mrs. Sirvart Hovnanian, a pillar of strength and compassion, and the...
Jan 23, 20241 min read
Combating malnutrition and nourishing hope among displaced children
Once, the fearful eyes of 4-year-old Elen now mirror vibrant hues and joyous expressions, as she has discovered peace and tranquility...
Jan 18, 20242 min read
The story of the ‘Water Lily' captures the experiences of children with special needs
Within the nurturing environment of the National Center for Inclusive Education, children with special needs understand that the virtues...
Jan 17, 20242 min read
Clean Water is Now a Reality for People from Border Villages
For years, the residents of Aygepar, a cross-border village in Tavush province, yearned for a basic necessity often taken for granted -...
Jan 14, 20241 min read
Experience-based education flourishes in Tavush province
The lit up faces and exclamations of "wow" echo the delight and wonder of schoolchildren and students of Ijevan and Noyemberyan...
Jan 11, 20242 min read
FAR's 2023 challenges and achievements: Setting the stage for 2024!
2024 is here and so are we. As we reflect on the challenges and achievements of 2023, two shining beacons stand out. The first is the...
Jan 8, 20242 min read
Happy Holidays from FAR!
As the year draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible journey we have had together in transforming the lives of...
Dec 25, 20231 min read
Celebrating a Season of Generosity and Impact
As the year draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible journey we have had together in transforming the lives of...
Dec 20, 20231 min read
All Eva & Elena want for Christmas is the ball and hula hoop they left in Artsakh
"On New Year’s Eve, we gather a mishmash of food, whip up a makeshift pizza, invite our relatives, and cheerfully ring in the New Year...
Dec 17, 20232 min read
For Artsakhtsi Mher, Christmas is about vanilla cake and Santa’s gifts
5-year-old Mher’s eyes light up at the thought of Christmas. The holiday season for him is all about indulging in vanilla cake and...
Dec 11, 20232 min read
Christmas pottery dreams for special kids are underway
Amidst the magical atmosphere of Christmas stars and jingle bells, the National Center for Inclusive Education's pottery therapy kids are...
Dec 7, 20232 min read
Sweet triumphs by a FAR-supported Special School student
The tantalizing scent of freshly baked eclairs dance through the halls of Parakar School, enchanting everyone lucky enough to catch a...
Dec 5, 20232 min read
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