December 9 is internationally celebrated as Human Rights Defenders Day. The celebration of such a day shows that the role of human rights defenders is essential in the development of society, the protection of human rights, the promotion of democracy, the rule of law and the strengthening of equality. Although,… Read More
The UN Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (hereafter։ the Committee) studied the situation of women’s rights in Armenia this year during its 83rd session. Based on the report submitted by the State, the information provided by other UN structures, as well as data provided… Read More
Every year on, November 25 the day for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is celebrated all over the world marking the beginning of the16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. Gender-based violence is violence directed against a person because of their gender or violence that… Read More
Transgender Day of Remembrance is an annual Memorial Day to honor and remember trans people who lost their lives due to anti-transgender hatred and violence. Every year, on November 20, activists worldwide carry out various activities such as candlelight vigils, dedicated church services, marches, art shows, film screenings etc., to… Read More
The case of the violence in Shurnukh village of Syunik region in August 2018 has not yet been resolved. In February 2021, the case was dismissed for the second time based on the expiration of the statute of limitations. There is a regulation in the domestic legislation… Read More
This year, the 7th Rainbow Forum, which has already become a tradition, took place from October 28 to 30. More than 140 people registered to participate in the three-day forum, including LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer) people, their parents, civil society representatives, artists, activists, lawyers, healthcare and related field… Read More
Coming out plays a major role in LGBT people’s lives. It is the process when someone understands, accepts and values their sexual orientation or gender identity both for themselves and in public. In other words, coming out is a way for LGBT people to explore their own identity… Read More
International Lesbian Day is celebrated every year on October 8. Initially, it was mainly celebrated in New Zealand and Australia. Year after year, it began to be celebrated in more than 50 countries around the world. The day is dedicated to raising awareness of lesbian women and their issues and… Read More
What is domestic violence? Domestic violence is a form of violence by one family member against another or by one intimate partner against another. Domestic violence can be a physical, sexual, emotional, economic, psychological act, threat, or another form of coercion. The National Day to Combat Domestic Violence has been… Read More
