Birthright Armenia

Birthright Armenia
Founded 2003
Founder Edele Hovnanian
Type educational charity;
cultural exchange
Key people
 Linda Yepoyan, Founder and Executive Director;
Sevan Kabakian, Country Director;
Christine Serdjenian, Board Member
Volunteers
 650
Website Official website

Birthright Armenia, also known as Depi Hayk, is a volunteer internship enhancement program that also offers travel fellowships to eligible participants to assist in the development of Armenia.[1]

Organizational background

Birthright Armenia was established in 2003 by Edele Hovnanian[2] as an international nonprofit organization.[3] The organization's goals include strengthening ties between Armenia and Diasporan youth representatives by providing them an opportunity take part in the daily life of fellow Armenians.[4]

Applicants need only be of Armenian descent, between the ages of 20–32, and must agree to a minimum two-month stay.[1] As of 2012, over 750 individuals from more than 30 countries have participated in the Birthright Armenia program.[5]

Similar organizations

Birthright Armenia was inspired by Birthright Israel, which offers educational and cultural exchange opportunities related to Jewish history and culture. Another similar project is Birthright Greece, aimed at the Greek Diaspora.[6]

References

  1. ↑ http://www.birthrightarmenia.org/index.php?menu=1&al=board_directors
  2. ↑ "Birthright Israel, Meet Birthright Armenia". New Voice, National Jewish Student Magazine. May 1, 2009. Retrieved 2011-05-25.
  3. ↑ Segrè, Francesca (2008-05-25). "Matchmaking, the Ultimate Government Service". The New York Times. Retrieved 2011-05-29.
  4. ↑ "The Armenian Weekly Online". Armenianweekly.com. 2010-11-03. Retrieved 2011-05-25.
  5. ↑ Jeremy Gillick (5 May 2008). "Birthright Israel, Meet Birthright Armenia". Archived from the original on 12 May 2009.

External links

This article is issued from Wikipedia - version of the Thursday, June 13, 2013. The text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution/Share Alike but additional terms may apply for the media files.