My promise to ABC

I, Hayk Harutyunyan,
• Recognizing the impediments standing in the way of the Republic of Armenia towards unfailing multi-directional progress;
• Recognizing that it is the promotion of world-class educational norms and the display of exceptional professional standards that can lift the barriers in the way of the state’s development;
• Recognizing that it is in my hands and in the hands of my fellow members to influence the endorsement of democratic values, economic development and social advancement in the Republic of Armenia;
• Trusting that the goals and their policy of actualization that Armenian British Connect has determined will contribute to the achievement of durable progress in the Republic of Armenia;
Upon becoming a member of Armenian British Connect, PROMISE:
• To obligate myself to constant professional and academic advancement,
• To commit to the best of my capacity and competence to the achievement of the goals set forth by Armenian British Connect by fulfilling my duties and obligations as a member,
• To work diligently in achieving the lasting development of the Republic of Armenia, while observing its laws; and respecting its national symbols and state institutions.
“Aim for the impossible, you will achieve the maximum”
From hereafter, I shall be proud ABC Member!

ABC Presented the Concept of the development of the Yerevan's Secondary Education

On December 28th, 2010, Hayk Harutyunyan, the Chairman of Armenian British Connect NGO, presented the Yerevan Secondary School Education Development Concept to Mayor Karen Karapetyan, Deputy Mayor Kamo Areyan and the Yerevan Municipality Head of Educational Department, Gayane Soghomonyan and her staff.

Reflecting the mission and objectives of our organization, the concept's goal is to establish a ground for future reforms that would enable the educational system in Armenia to reach up to the best global standards. This concept represents a step forward in building an educational planning system that would encompass the strategic goals and tactical objectives necessary for RA. The preliminary approval of the concept by the municipality marks a start of a long term cooperation program between the City of Yerevan and Armenian British Connect NGO.

Outlining the crucial role of the mentioned issues during the meetings held in the municipality, Mr. Harutyunyan prioritized the concept development and assured that ABC is sufficiently empowered to assist in every stage of its implementation. The concept was thoroughly studied by the municipality and accepted with minor changes. Both sides agreed in timelines and deliverables of the publication and further processing of the concept implementation.

The past projects and initiatives evidence ABC's devotion and commitment to reform the RA education system and contribute to the sustainable development of varied spheres of RA. The significance of the concept is crucial taking into consideration the bottlenecks in the RA secondary education system which decelerate the reform processes and impede the system efficiency. The concept aims to establish the main directives, superiority and principles in the secondary education development agenda set by the Yerevan Municipality. Among other objectives, it highlights the importance of transparency in Yerevan secondary schools which will be ensured through launching IT solutions for management and monitoring schemes.

Source: www.abconnect.am

ABC secures funding for Artsakh Path

On December 29, 2010 Armenian British Connect (ABC) NGO team headed by the by the organization's Chairman Hayk Harutyunyan signed an agreement with AEG Service Ltd headed by the Director Ishkhan Karapetyan to collaboratively implement the ABC's Artsakh Path Project. According to the agreement, AEG Service Ltd (www.aegservice.am) will provide 16 mln AMD (approx. 44 000 USD) for the implementation of the abovementioned project as developed by ABC.

Designed in line with the ABC's mission and AEG service Ltd's CSR policies the project will support the reforms in the sphere of education, culture and economy. The project aims to contribute to the development of human resource potential and stimulate investment in knowledge economy in Artsakh. The ultimate goal of the project is to contribute to the educational, cultural and economic prosperity of Artsakh and enhance its visibility in the international community through creating professional human development opportunities, promoting intercultural dialogue and corporate social responsibility and integrating empowered labor force in the civic society environment.

Within the framework of Path Project, ABC in partnership with AEG Service Ltd will establish its branch in Stepanakert, which will serve for the development of the Artsakh civic society. ABC's Stepanakert office will be involved in a number of activities vital for the NKR development, like designing and implementing projects in the sphere of corporate social responsibility, developing project proposals and contributing to capacity building of NGOs in Artsakh. The ABC Stepanakert branch will also serve as an information and resource centre providing educational and professional counseling and placement services, as well as free language courses for Artsakh's society.

Considering the corporate objectives and mission of ABC and AEG Service Ltd, both sides agreed that Path project responds to the timely needs of Artsakh and are convinced that thanks to mutual endeavors and investment will make a step forward in civic society building.

Source: www.abconnect.am