Birthright Armenia
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| Founded | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Edele Hovnanian |
| Type | educational charity; cultural exchange |
| Location | |
Key people | Linda Yepoyan, Founder and Executive Director; Sevan Kabakian, Country Director; Christine Serdjenian, Board Member |
Volunteers | 1353 |
| 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 Armenian Diaspora youth representatives by providing them an opportunity to take part in the daily life of fellow Armenians.[4][5]
Applicants need only be of Armenian descent, between the ages of 21–32, and must agree to a minimum 9 week stay.[1] As of 2017, over 1330 individuals from more than 48 countries have participated in the Birthright Armenia program.[6]
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 , aimed at the Greek Diaspora.[7]
See also[]
- Diaspora tourism
- Genealogy tourism
- Repatriation of Armenians
- Overseas Citizenship of India, a scheme allowing foreign citizens with ancestral origins in British India to obtain permanent residency in India
- Year of Return, Ghana 2019
References[]
- ^ a b "Connected Through Service: Diaspora Volunteers and Global Development" (PDF). USAID. August 2010. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2011-07-24. Retrieved 2011-05-25.
- ^ http://www.birthrightarmenia.org/index.php?menu=1&al=board_directors
- ^ "Birthright Israel, Meet Birthright Armenia". New Voice, National Jewish Student Magazine. May 1, 2009. Retrieved 2011-05-25.
- ^ Segrè, Francesca (2008-05-25). "Matchmaking, the Ultimate Government Service". The New York Times. Retrieved 2011-05-29.
- ^ "Sevan Kabakian: 'At Birthright Armenia, we give flight to people'". www.h-pem.com. Retrieved 2020-09-21.
- ^ "The Armenian Weekly Online". Armenianweekly.com. 2010-11-03. Retrieved 2011-05-25.
- ^ Jeremy Gillick (5 May 2008). "Birthright Israel, Meet Birthright Armenia". Archived from the original on 12 May 2008.
External links[]
- 2003 establishments in Armenia
- Armenian diaspora
- Cultural heritage
- Youth organizations based in Armenia
- Yerevan
- Organizations established in 2003