Anna Muradyan

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Armine Hambardzumyan grew up in an orphanage. She now has three children of her own. (Photo: Anna Muradyan)

Armine Hambardzumyan grew up in an orphanage. She now has three children of her own. (Photo: Anna Muradyan)

Armenia: Orphans Struggle to Overcome Stigma

Children raised in care homes are marginalised by society, even after they reach adulthood.

27 May 16

Overcrowded Prisons in Armenia

Mass amnesty offers no lasting solution to endemic problems in the penal system.

25 Oct 13

Protesters Under Attack in Armenia

International outcry at assaults on demonstrators in the capital.

20 Sep 13

A student protest against higher university fees in Armenia. (Photo: Hetq online)

A student protest against higher university fees in Armenia. (Photo: Hetq online)

Armenian Universities Bump Up Fees

Students doubt extra income will improve facilities or teaching.

11 Sep 13

Naira Zohrabyan (left) of the Prosperous Armenia party is hoping to tone down an equality law to keep conservatives on board. (Photo: Photolure agency)

Naira Zohrabyan (left) of the Prosperous Armenia party is hoping to tone down an equality law to keep conservatives on board. (Photo: Photolure agency)

Storm Over "Gender" Word in Armenia

Conservatives thunder at term they say could “promote homosexuality”.

23 Aug 13

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