Over the past 12 years, the European Union has provided around €80 million to promote the development of various sectors in Armenia’s regions.

A significant portion of this support has been directed toward programmes implemented in the regions of Lori, Tavush, Shirak and recently Syunik.

In the first part of the “ReCharging the regions” film, we present EU’s LEADER community-led local development methodology piloted in Armenia, which has already delivered visible results in Armenia’s northern regions.

The programme has been implemented in partnership with the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

A TUMO center has opened in Kapan, and the construction work for the International Culinary School in Gyumri will soon begin.

These two initiatives are based on the effective collaboration between the European Union and TUMO.

In the second part of the film “ReCharging the Regions,” we discussed the EU’s support for education and skills development in Armenia and the outcomes of its cooperation with TUMO within this framework.

Innovation and tourism: two things that contribute to the development of the country, when combined.

In the final, third part of the film “ReCharging the Regions,” we presented the “Innovative Tourism and Technology Development for Armenia” programme, implemented in the northern regions of Armenia, which brings together these two sectors.

The Legends Trail: A trail created by combining the ancient and modern paths of Armenia’s Syunik Province, connecting people, cultures, communities, and sparking a desire to rediscover Armenia in a new light.
The EU’s support for the maintenance and mapping of this 150-kilometer trail is a way to help people living in the region realise their potential and use it for the development of Armenia and their communities.

EU support for entrepreneurs and businesses in AM is available through a wide range of programmes. This video is telling about the investment made by the European Union, bringing quality, rewarding talent and also giving the possibility to the Armenian consumers to have top quality products which follow very high standards.

Europe Day 2024 celebrations gathered thousands of people in Armenia and lasted about a month. In Yerevan, Lori and Syunik Marzes people got acquainted with the activities of the EU in Armenia and the transformative positive impact that the EU continuously has on the daily lives of the population of the regions. We enjoyed a large and multi-genre concert in Lori together. YEAs lead events were organised in Shirak, Vayots Dzor and Aragatsotn regions. European Film Festival was organised in Yerevan; screenings were also made possible in some regions.

Each year on the 9th of May we celebrate Europe Day to symbolise peace and unity in Europe. Watch the video message of the EU Ambassador Vassilis Maragos on the occasion of Europe Day.

The “Women Know How” campaign aims to present one of the European Union projects dedicated to empowering women. The women featured in the videos share their own business development tips and tell the story of their business creation.
The EU-supported “Women in Business” project assists women-led small and medium enterprises in developing their businesses, contributing to the empowerment of women and economic growth in Armenia. The project also offers training, mentoring, and other support to enable women entrepreneurs to share experiences and learn from each other.
Lusine Hakobyan is the director of “Wow Effect” LLC, a company involved in the production of transformer furniture. With the expansion of operations, the company encountered challenges in managing administrative tasks. Thanks to the “Women in Business” project funded by the EU, “Wow Effect” acquired an automated programme for managing organisational activities. This automation has enabled the company to dedicate more time to creative work and the development of the business.

The “Women Know How” campaign aims to present one of the European Union projects dedicated to empowering women. The women featured in the videos share their own business development tips and tell the story of their business creation.
The EU-supported “Women in Business” project assists women-led small and medium enterprises in developing their businesses, contributing to the empowerment of women and economic growth in Armenia. The project also offers training, mentoring, and other support to enable women entrepreneurs to share experiences and learn from each other.
Rita Martirosyan is the director of “Riti” company, which is involved in the production of teas and dry fruits. Thanks to the “Women in Business” project funded by the EU, the company has received special certification. This accreditation allows it to be introduced to the European market.

The “Women Know How” campaign aims to present one of the European Union projects dedicated to empowering women. The women featured in the videos share their own business development tips and tell the story of their business creation.
The EU-supported “Women in Business” project assists women-led small and medium enterprises in developing their businesses, contributing to the empowerment of women and economic growth in Armenia. The project also offers training, mentoring, and other support to enable women entrepreneurs to share experiences and learn from each other.
Mane Galstyan is the founder-director of “KidsHouse” Kindergarten, which has been operating in Yerevan for 9 years and has several branches. Devoted to working with children, Mane needed support in the development and marketing of the school. Thanks to the “Women in Business” project funded by the EU, a new branding package for the kindergarten was created, the website was updated, research was conducted, and a package of further actions was developed.

The “Women Know How” campaign aims to present one of the European Union projects dedicated to empowering women. The women featured in the videos share their own business development tips and tell the story of their business creation.
The EU-supported “Women in Business” project assists women-led small and medium enterprises in developing their businesses, contributing to the empowerment of women and economic growth in Armenia. The project also offers training, mentoring, and other support to enable women entrepreneurs to share experiences and learn from each other.
Lilit Gharibyan is the founder and director of “ECO Farm” LLC, a company engaged in ostrich breeding, the production of ostrich meat products, eco-tourism, and the manufacturing of natural cosmetic care products using ostrich oil. Thanks to the EU-funded “Women in Business” project, cosmetic care products underwent a rebranding process to comply with international standards and requirements. Additionally, Lilit acquired new skills in business management, positively influencing the success of her family business.