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"Mission Armenia" NGO

In 1988, a group of volunteers came together to help the victims and refugees of the catastrophic earthquake and the Artsakh war. Over the course of about 30 years, this spontaneous humanitarian activity has grown into a powerful public structure with its unique experience and knowledge in the field of social support in the Republic of Armenia.In the most difficult times for Armenia, in the late 80s of the last century, the “Mission Armenia” charitable public organization created, implemented and developed a comprehensive system of community-based social and health services, which to this day has no alternative in either the state or public sector, and which enabled the elderly, the disabled, refugees, those with temporary asylum status, those in refugee-like status, stateless persons and other vulnerable groups to receive comprehensive services and support in their own homes and communities, in accordance with their individual capabilities and needs.Today, Mission Armenia PAP provides a variety of community-based services to about 20,000 beneficiaries through about 30 infrastructures it has established in the Republic of Armenia (RA) and Artsakh.Adopting a systemic approach to supporting vulnerable groups, the organization not only provides services, but also strives to contribute to the improvement of social policy and the development of social partnership at the community level.The above-mentioned model established by Mission Armenia PAP has gained wide recognition not only in the RA, but also in the entire Caucasus region, being also implemented in Georgia, Azerbaijan and Dagestan. Mission Armenia is also:— The founder of the International Union of Black Sea NGOs, which unites about 50 public organizations from 12 countries of the Black Sea region, the secretariat of which is permanently established in Armenia and is managed by Mission Armenia.— Founding member of the Network for the Protection of the Elderly, which was established in 2016, taking into account the existing problems in the field of social protection and care for the elderly in the Republic of Armenia, as well as emphasizing the need to ensure dignified living conditions for the elderly by public and private institutions and foundations engaged in the issues of social protection and care for the elderly.— Member of the HelpAge International network, which has 158 members and offices in 86 countries. It is engaged in the protection of the rights of the elderly, contributing to their dignified, healthy and safe life.— Member of the Global Alliance for the Rights of the Elderly, which has 380 members in about 80 countries around the world. The mission of the Alliance is to support and strengthen civil society engagement in steps aimed at protecting the rights of the elderly at the national, regional and international levels.— Member of the AgeNet International network, which implements the development of a strategy for improving the status of the older generation in an inter-sectoral partnership, the development and implementation of mechanisms for ensuring equal access to social services.— Founder and/or member of various local, regional and international networks dealing with the issues of the elderly, the disabled and refugees, social reforms and poverty reduction. The organization carries out its activities in cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Armenia, local self-government bodies (LSBs), the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the European Union, and other international organizations. Since 2007, part of the expenses required for the implementation of the activities of the “Mission Armenia” PAP has been financed by the State Medium-Term Expenditure Program of the Republic of Armenia, as well as by cost-sharing agreements with local self-government bodies. In 2007-2010, the management system for the provision of community-based social and health services of “Mission Armenia” was certified by the international standard for quality and administrative management ISO 9001-2000.In 2008, the Organization received a license for the provision of social services from the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs of the Republic of Armenia. In April 2002, the Organization was accredited to the II World Conference on Older Persons held in Madrid, where all UN Member States gathered to approve the International Plan of Action on Older Persons and the Political Declaration under the slogan “Society for All Ages”. At the ministerial conference of 55 European countries held in Berlin in September 2002, where the European Regional Strategy on Older Persons was approved, the NGOs of those countries unanimously elected the “Mission Armenia” PAP as their spokesperson to present the NGOs’ proposals and observations on the Strategy.

"UNISON" Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)

"Unison" NGO for the support of people with special needs was founded on May 22, 2002. Over the past years, the organization has been actively engaged in activities, has had numerous achievements, and has implemented various programs for the disabled. The second direction of "Unison"'s activities is the development of Armenian Internet resources. In particular, we have created and maintain the virtual museums of Aram Khachaturian and Komitas Vardapet. In order to make the lives of the disabled full, our organization provides a number of services: fine arts and computer courses, legal and psychological counseling. The organization also supports the disabled in employment issues. Since December 2006, the first Independent Living Center in Armenia has been operating at "Unison", and since May 2008, the Employment Center for the Disabled. The organization regularly monitors the accessibility of cultural centers, polling stations, courts and other public facilities. Since 2007, Unison has been conducting election observation missions. The organization regularly organizes round tables, seminars, press conferences, actions, exhibitions, sociological surveys and assessments of the needs of beneficiaries. About 30 disabled people included in Unison have participated in international conferences, concerts and other events. We publish numerous manuals, brochures, posters, newspapers, which are provided to state bodies, NGOs, international organizations, media, libraries, educational institutions, other interested institutions and individuals. Unison has shot a number of videos and social clips, which have been shown on leading TV channels. We do not provide Financial and material support medical assistance legal services.

''Full life'' NGO

The “Full Life” Inclusive Society Promotion NGO was founded on July 17, 1998, as a result of a civic initiative. The organization was established and is governed by persons with disabilities. Initially, it was called the “Full Life” Union of Disabled Persons NGO, with the aim of protecting the rights of persons with disabilities and creating equal opportunities. On October 4, 2005, its name was changed to “Full Life” Charitable NGO. Finally, on February 23, 2018, during the organization’s general assembly, it adopted its current name—“Full Life” Organization for the Promotion of Inclusive Society—symbolizing its mission and the broad scope of its activities. Over the years, “Full Life” NGO has implemented more than 100 programs and initiatives, which have significantly contributed to the development of inclusivity in Armenia and the improvement of public life. The organization has played an important role in enhancing the quality of life of many persons with disabilities, empowering them, and promoting their full participation in society. The organization is guided by a rights-based approach and the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. None of this would have been possible without our dedicated team, engaged partners, donors, and committed volunteers, whose efforts, skills, and support play a crucial role in our mission, consistently working to build a more inclusive and just society.

Armenian Red Cross Society

The Armenian Red Cross Society is the only national Red Cross society operating in the Republic of Armenia, formed on the basis of the common interests of its non-profit members, and does not pursue religious, trade union, political goals, and does not adhere to any political current. It carries out its activities throughout the country and has established regional, territorial and community branches in order to implement its statutory goals and objectives. The central office is located in Yerevan. The Armenian Red Cross Society, being a full member of the International Red Cross Movement, is guided by the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and is an organization supporting the government in the humanitarian sphere. The mission of the ARCS is to reduce the vulnerability of the population by mobilizing the power of humanity, to prepare to confront situations that may cause the vulnerability of the population, and to provide necessary assistance by supporting people in difficult socio-economic conditions. The Society is an open organization, which can be joined by all individuals: citizens of the Republic of Armenia, foreign citizens and stateless persons, regardless of race, gender, religion, property or other status, who accept the Charter of the Society, its goals and objectives and wish to participate in or contribute to its activities. Minors under the age of fourteen may join the Society at their own request, upon the application of a legal representative. Minors from fourteen to eighteen years of age, if not recognized as fully capable in accordance with the procedure established by law, may join the Society on the basis of their application, with the written consent of a legal representative. Members of the Society may be ordinary, voluntary, honorary and sponsoring. Ordinary members are admitted according to the application submitted by the latter to the relevant branch. Ordinary members pay an annual membership fee. A voluntary member is a person who has expressed a desire to provide disinterested services to the Society. Currently, the Armenian Red Cross Society has a large army of volunteers who participate in the implementation of various programs aimed at meeting the needs of vulnerable and needy people. It is thanks to volunteers that the ARCS has implemented and continues to implement its humanitarian mission. The title of Honorary Member of the ARCS is awarded by the ARCS Presidency to those individuals who have provided exceptional services to the organization. The title of Sponsoring Member of the ARCS is awarded by the ARCS Presidency to prominent state and public figures who constantly support the development and implementation of goals and objectives. The Armenian Red Cross Society, in the difficult situation created after the catastrophic earthquake, successfully borrowing the experience and skills of a number of foreign national societies and using its professional and organizational capabilities, was able to make tremendous progress in a relatively short period of time, becoming a skilled and reliable partner for these societies and many other organizations. By implementing the necessary organizational changes, the Armenian Red Cross Society is today the largest and most reputable humanitarian organization operating in the Republic of Armenia, which assists socially vulnerable segments of society, disseminates humanitarian ideas, as well as carries out other public benefit activities prescribed by law, supporting people regardless of nationality, race, gender, religion, class affiliation, and political views.