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OPINION-OBSERVATION-PROPOSAL
11.03.2025Regarding the draft decision of the Government of the Republic of Armenia "On approving the urgent social support measure and provision procedure for socially vulnerable families forcibly displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh and making an addition to the Government of the Republic of Armenia Decision N 1833-L of November 21, 2024" submitted for public discussion on the e-draft.am website on March 6, 2025
Armenian Lawyers’ Association Representative Marianna Avagyan Participates in an Off-Site Meeting of the Council Coordinating the Implementation of the National Human Rights Strategy Action Plan
03.03.2025Marianna Avagyan, representing the Armenian Lawyers’ Association (ALA), participated in an off-site meeting of the Council Coordinating the Implementation of the 2023–2025 Action Plan derived from the National Strategy for Human Rights Protection.
“They want my mother’s passport, how can I go get it?”: Marat, forcibly displaced from Artsakh, wants to become an Armenian citizen, but faces many problems
28.02.2025
"They told us the Khachen Bridge was closing, so I found a vehicle to evacuate my bedridden mother," Marat Sargsyan, who was forcibly displaced, told Iravaban.net as part of their series "Legal Issues of Artsakh Armenians in Armenia."
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“Artsakh Armenians Need Legal Support, That Is Undeniable”: Karen Zadoyan
28.02.2025The NGO Network for the Protection of the Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh was founded on March 12, 2024, uniting twelve civil society organizations, ten of which were established and are led by our compatriots forcibly displaced from Artsakh and Azerbaijan.
“I am a veteran of the first war, I fought with Avo”: Forcibly displaced Ernest Musaelyan faces numerous challenges
28.02.2025
Ernest Musaelyan was forcibly displaced on September 19, 2023, as a result of the aggression unleashed by the Azerbaijani side.
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Legal Assistance Provided to Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh in Lernagog Community
28.02.2025
On February 27, 2025, in Lernagog community, within the framework of the "Protection of Artsakh Armenians' Rights" project, the Project's lawyer provided free legal consultation to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh and presented the armrights.am electronic platform.
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URGENT STATEMENT. Call to the International Community Regarding the Immediate Need for International Intervention on the Situation of Ruben Vardanyan and Armenian Political Detainees Illegally Held in the Republic of Azerbaijan
28.02.2025The CSO network for Protection of Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh expresses profound concern regarding the systematic violations of fundamental rights and freedoms of Ruben Vardanyan and other Armenian political detainees currently in custody in the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Free Legal Assistance for Persons Forcibly Displaced from Artsakh Residing in Lernagog Village
21.02.2025On February 27 of this year, at 3:00 p.m., in the hall of the Onik Pakumean Secondary School in Lernagog Village, the Armenian Lawyers’ Association (ALA), acting as the Secretariat of the CSO Network for the Protection of the Rights of Armenians of Artsakh, will provide free legal assistance to persons forcibly displaced from Artsakh who reside in Lernagog Village, within the framework of the “Protection of the Rights of Armenians of Artsakh” programme.
Personal Experience Helps to More Deeply Feel and Understand the Legal Issues of Artsakh Armenians: Marianna Avagyan
17.02.2025The Network of CSOs for Protection of Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh (hereinafter also the Network) was established on March 12, 2024, uniting twelve civil society organizations, ten of which were founded and are managed by our compatriots forcibly displaced from Artsakh and Azerbaijan.
Protection of Artsakh Armenians' Rights is a National Issue: CSO Network for Protection of Artsakh Armenians' Rights Appeals to One Thousand Large Taxpayers for Support
07.02.2025The www.armrights.am online platform for the protection of Artsakh Armenians' rights presents an interview with Juletta Arustamyan, Chairperson of the Board of CSO Network for Protection of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh and Executive Director of "Harmony" Shushi Women's NGO, about current issues in protecting Artsakh Armenians' rights and prospects for cooperation with the Armenian business community.
Meeting of the CSO Network Board for Protection of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh Rights, with Presentation of Final Report
03.02.2025
On January 31 of this year, a regular meeting of the Board of the CSO Network for Protection of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh (hereinafter referred to as the Network) was held on the Zoom platform. The meeting was chaired by Julietta Arustamyan, Chairperson of the Network's Board. The main presentations were made by Karen Zadoyan, Network Secretary General and President of the Armenian Lawyers' Association, and Marianna Avagyan, Project Lawyer.
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“Where can I find a 9 million dram house?”: A forcibly displaced person
30.01.2025
Lena Harutyunyan was forcibly displaced from the occupied Republic of Artsakh on September 27. As part of Iravaban.net's series "Legal Issues of Artsakh Armenians in Armenia," she shared that her brother has a category 2 disability but hasn't been included anywhere to receive any assistance.
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“We were very scared when we saw the Turks”: A forcibly displaced person
30.01.2025
"We traveled in very difficult conditions, 5-6 people together, and reached the Hakari bridge. We were very scared when we saw the Turks, but thank God, we passed through," recounted Lusine Balayan, who was forcibly displaced from the occupied Republic of Artsakh, as part of Iravaban.net's series "Legal Issues of Artsakh Armenians in Armenia."
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Lusastgh" NGO joined the CSO Network for Protection of Rights of Forcibly Displaced People from Artsakh
22.01.2025
On January 17 of this year, a regular meeting of the Management Board of the CSO Network for Protection of Rights of Forcibly Displaced People from Artsakh (hereinafter: Network) was held on the Zoom platform.
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NGO Network for the Protection of the Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh Discussed Systemic Solutions Document
26.12.2024On December 24, the regular meeting of the governing board of the NGO Network for Protection of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh (hereinafter referred to as Network) was held on the Zoom platform, co-chaired by ALA President Karen Zadoyan and Network governing board chairperson Julietta Arustamyan.
“We were very scared at the Hakari bridge, they made my husband get out of the car” – forcibly displaced person
26.12.2024
Marine Aghabalyan was forcibly displaced from occupied Artsakh. She left on September 25th and traveled for 3 days.
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“I saw with my own eyes how Azerbaijan’s military police entered Stepanakert with the Russians” – forcibly displaced person
25.12.2024Mher Hayrapetyan was forcibly displaced from occupied Artsakh. He now lives in Nor Hachn and says that when he first arrived, he spent the night in a church yard. Now he lives in a rented dormitory building where there are several household issues.
Awareness Meetings for Displaced Persons from Artsakh in Gyumri and Vanadzor
17.12.2024Important awareness meetings were held in Gyumri and Vanadzor communities for persons forcibly displaced from Artsakh.
Forum on Rights and Social Inclusion of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno-Karabakh Takes Place
06.12.2024
The "Strengthening Protection Mechanisms for Persons Forcibly Displaced from Artsakh" program launched in Armenia on February 1st, and on November 19th, stakeholders discussed the presentation of legal support and resocialization efforts.
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“They said prepare, the village is being evacuated”: what problems does forcibly displaced Lida Danielyan have
30.11.2024
Lida Danielyan was forcibly displaced from the occupied Republic of Artsakh's Drmbon village.
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“I spent 5 days in a ‘Gazel'”: forcibly displaced from Artsakh
25.11.2024
Evelina Andryan was forcibly displaced from Nerkin Horatagh in the Martakert region.
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Legal Assistance Provided to Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh in Nor Hachn Community
11.11.2024On November 7, 2024, in Nor Hachn community, within the framework of the "Strengthening Protection Mechanisms for Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno-Karabakh" project, the Project lawyer provided free legal consultation to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh and presented the armrights.am electronic platform.
“We Were Almost Massacred”: Forcibly Displaced
25.10.2024
Pasha Arstamyan was forcibly displaced on September 19, 2023, as a result of Azerbaijan's unleashed aggression.
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Legal assistance provided to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh in Ararat community
16.10.2024On October 15, 2024, in Ararat community, within the framework of the "Strengthening the Protection Mechanisms for the Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno-Karabakh" project, the Project lawyer provided free legal consultation to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh and presented the armrights.am electronic platform.
“‘I keep his memory’: The story of Lilit Gashkoyan and Karatishka’s forced displacement
13.10.2024
Lilit Gashkoyan was forcibly displaced on September 19, 2023, as a result of another aggression unleashed by Azerbaijan.
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Legal assistance provided to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh in Tsaghkadzor community
10.10.2024On October 8, 2024, in Tsaghkadzor community, within the framework of the "Strengthening the Protection Mechanisms for the Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno-Karabakh" project, the Project lawyer provided free legal advice to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh and presented the armrights.am electronic platform.
“They said the refugee certificate wasn’t needed, only a passport: Child not allowed to board the plane,” says forcibly displaced person
30.09.2024Armen Seyranyan was forcibly displaced from Artsakh after September 19, 2023. As part of series "Legal Issues of Artsakh Armenians in Armenia," he recounted the extremely difficult journey they endured. There was hunger, and they barely made it by dividing a single piece of bread into several parts.
“They blew up a car in the neighboring village, it was a terrible situation”: A woman forcibly displaced from Artsakh speaks about legal issues
26.09.2024
Zhanna Grigoryan left the occupied Republic of Artsakh on September 28, 2023. As part of Iravaban.net's series "Legal Issues of Artsakh Armenians in Armenia," she said that they were unable to take any documents with them, only passports.
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Statement On Condemning the Ongoing Atrocities and Vandalism Against the Cultural Heritage of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh)
24.09.2024The NGO Network for the Protection of the Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh condemns the ongoing atrocities and vandalism carried out by Azerbaijan against the cultural heritage of Artsakh.
The regular meeting of the ngo network for the protection of the rights of forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh was held
24.09.2024On September 20, an online meeting of the governing board of the NGO Network for the Protection of the Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh (hereinafter referred to as the Network) took place.
Legal assistance provided to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh in Martuni community
23.09.2024On September 19, 2024, in the Martuni community, within the framework of the "Strengthening the Protection Mechanisms for the Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno-Karabakh" project, the Project's lawyer provided free legal consultation to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh and presented the armrights.am electronic platform.
Legal assistance provided to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh in Sevan community
12.09.2024On September 10, 2024, in Sevan community, within the framework of the "Strengthening the mechanisms for protecting the rights of forcibly displaced persons from Nagorno-Karabakh" project, the Project lawyer provided free legal consultation to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh and presented the armrights.am electronic platform.
“Gohar lost her 26-year-old son during the 2023 displacement, now she faces social problems
31.08.2024
On September 27, 2023, at 7 o'clock, we left home, traveled for 2 days, and arrived in Goris on September 29.
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Legal assistance provided to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh in Armavir community
30.08.2024On August 23, 2024, in Armavir community, within the framework of the "Strengthening the mechanisms for protecting the rights of forcibly displaced persons from Nagorno-Karabakh" program, the Program's lawyer provided free legal advice to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh.
I need to get a Pension, I do not know whether I will live those Two Years or not: Forcibly Displaced
19.08.2024Ms Raisa Khachatryan in the framework of “Legal Problems of Artsakh Armenians in Armenia” series of Iravaban.net that she did not imagine that Artsakh could be depopulated, that was why she took her passport and went as a guest.
Legal Assistance was provided in Metsamor Community to Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh
14.08.2024On 9 August, 2024, in the Metsamor community, within the framework of the “Strengthening of Rights Protection Mechanisms of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno Karabakh” Project, the lawyer of the Project provided free legal advice to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh.
Legal Assistance was provided to Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh in Vedi Community
31.07.2024On 22 July, 2024, the lawyer of the “Strengthening of Rights Protection Mechanisms of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno Karabakh” Project provided free legal assistance to the forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh currently living in Vedi Community.
We pay 180,000 AMD as Rent, it is very difficult: Artsakh Woman about a Number of Legal Issues
31.07.2024
Mrs. Susanna Sahakyan was forcibly displaced from Stepanakert after another aggression by the Azerbaijani side on 19 September, 2023.
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Armrights.am Legal Assistance Platform for Forcibly Displaced people from Artsakh, was launched
30.07.2024The “Strengthening of Rights Protection Mechanisms of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno Karabakh” Project was launched in Armenia on 1 February. On 26 July, the presentation of the electronic legal assistance platform for forcibly displaced people from Artsakh took place.
The Housing Program is very derogating: Armen Chomoyan on the Legal Problems of Artsakh Armenians
18.07.2024Armen Chomoyan, the former Head of the Haykazyan Community of the occupied Artsakh Republic, told in the framework of “Legal Problems of Artsakh Armenians in Armenia” series of Iravaban.net that their village was occupied in 2020. Around 300 residents of the village were forcibly displaced.
Free Legal Assistance was provided to Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh currently living in the Khoy Community
15.07.2024On 11 July, at 11.00 a.m. the project lawyer provided free legal assistance to the forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh currently living in Khoy Community of Geghakert village. Free legal assistance was provided in the scope of the “Strengthening of Rights Protection Mechanisms of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno Karabakh” Project.
The regular meeting of the Network of CSOs for the Protection of the Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh took place
11.07.2024On July 11, the Governing Board of the Network of CSOs for the Protection of the Rights of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh (hereinafter referred to as the Network) convened a meeting via the Zoom electronic platform.
9 People live in a House for which they pay a Rent of 200,000 AMD: Forcibly Displaced
30.06.2024
Mrs. Gyulvard Jivanshiryan was displaced from the occupied Republic of Artsakh. She, like many of her compatriots, has many legal problems.
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They told me that I should bring Witnesses and file a Lawsuit: Legal Problems of Artsakh Armenians
21.06.2024Elada Sahakyan said in the framework of “Legal Problems of Artsakh Armenians in Armenia” series of that after the complete occupation of Artsakh on 19 September, 2023, when she was forcibly displaced, she faced a number of legal problems in Armenia.
Armenian Lawyers Association welcomes Journalist Sergey Dmitriev from Radio France International
18.06.2024Yerevan, June 18, 2024 – The Armenian Lawyers Association (ALA) had the pleasure of hosting Sergey Dmitriev, a journalist from Radio France International. Dmitriev’s visit focused on understanding the ongoing challenges faced by Armenian refugees displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh and the initiatives undertaken by the Armenian government and the ALA to address these issues.
Free Legal Assistance to Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh was provided in Aparan City
14.06.2024On 10 June, 2024, in the city of Aparan, the project lawyer provided free legal assistance 13 forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh in the framework of the “Strengthening of Rights Protection Mechanisms of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno Karabakh” Project.
Meeting with Artsakh Residents at TUMO Center: Support Program implemented by the ALA was presented
11.06.2024Within the framework of the program “Strengthening of Rights Protection Mechanisms of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno Karabakh” Project, representatives of the Armenian Lawyers’ Association visited TUMO Center for Creative Technologies, where they met persons forcibly displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh and presented information about the project.
Free Legal Assistance to Forcibly Displaced Persons from Artsakh was provided in Hrazdan City
04.06.2024On 3 June, 2024, the lawyer of “Strengthening of Rights Protection Mechanisms of Forcibly Displaced Persons from Nagorno Karabakh” Project provided free legal assistance to forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh in Hrazdan City.
Edward Hosikyan does not receive pension in Armenia: He was told to wait as they were buisy
31.05.2024Edward Hosikyan, forcibly displaced from the occupied Republic of Artsakh, said in the framework of “Legal Problems of Artsakh Armenians in Armenia” series of Iravaban.net that he lives in Echmiadzin on a rental basis, the house rent is 200,000 drams.