YEAs from Armenia and the EU: Visit to Vayots Dzor and Syunik regions

From April 14 to 15, Young European Ambassadors (YEAs) in Armenia hosted the fourth and fifth days of the ‘More EU in Armenia’ campaign, traveling to the Vayots Dzor and Syunik regions. The mission focused on visiting local universities and NGOs to bridge the information gap between the capital and rural areas regarding European integration. By facilitating direct dialogue, the event aimed to deepen the connection between regional youth and the EU, highlighting how EU-Armenia cooperation specifically impacts local development and civic culture. This outreach is a key component of the EU’s strategy to ensure that its partnership with Armenia remains inclusive, transparent, and accessible to citizens across the entire country.

Where the event took place:

Vayots Dzor & Syunik Regions, Armenia

Results achieved:

• Increased awareness of EU-Armenia cooperation initiatives among regional populations through direct, peer-to-peer engagement.
• Engaged over 100 local students and civil society representatives in meaningful discussions regarding democratic values and regional development.
• Strengthened the network of Young European Ambassadors by establishing direct contact with youth centers and NGOs outside of Yerevan.
• Provided localized information on EU opportunities, helping to empower youth in remote regions to participate in international programs.

Who was your target:

University students and NGO representatives in the Vayots Dzor and Syunik regions.

Face-to-face communication reach:

110

Social media reach:

25,516 (via IG, FB, and regional NGO platforms)

How many YEAs were involved in the activity:

13

Mention with whom you cooperated:

Restart Yegheghnadzor Civic Youth NGO, Verishen Youth Center, EUMA, Goris State University, Impact HUB Goris, and Winnet Goris Development Foundation.