Yerevan, Armenia
I believe that for children in crisis, education is the only foundation that cannot be taken away. From the classroom in Kolkhozashen to managing large-scale UNICEF-partnered programs for thousands of displaced students, my work has been defined by one mission: ensuring that trauma does not define a child's future. Currently, I am preparing to join the Harvard Graduate School of Education (ELOE '27) to bridge the gap between field-level humanitarian response and institutional policy.
Managing Educational Progress Support for displaced students project implemented by Teach for Armenia in partnership with UNICEF
-Implementing coalition strategies to manage stakeholders and supervise 23 Emergency Response Coordinators in establishing community learning centers. -Managing a team of 23 Coordinators, facilitating regular communication, and strategizing to address challenges. -Organizing training sessions on trauma-informed teaching and SEL for Coordinators and Volunteers. -Monitoring Coordinator activities, collecting student impact data, and evaluating program effectiveness.
-Conducting research at the intersection of public policy and education, with a specific focus on analyzing and evaluating educational policies. -Examining the impact of existing policies on educational outcomes and identifying areas for improvement or reform. -Collaborating with stakeholders to develop evidence-based recommendations for enhancing educational policies and practices.
- Facilitate self-help groups for forcibly displaced individuals from Artsakh, creating spaces for healing, reflection, and community connection. - Design and lead sessions on mental well-being, confidence-building, and personal growth, while supporting participants in exploring livelihood opportunities. - Coordinate group formation, conduct needs assessments, and maintain ongoing communication and reporting to ensure smooth implementation
Established and founded "Jane'" Youth Center, a community-focused organization dedicated to providing educational and recreational opportunities for the displaced youth of Artsakh.
-Evaluated and tracked the educational advancement of students. -Fostered youth leadership development and facilitated transformative learning experiences. -Designed and executed instructional plans, employing diverse teaching techniques to accommodate the varied learning needs of students.