12 Dec
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Challenges in the Tourism Sector in Armenia and the Role of the Armenian Tourism Federation

Being one of the leading sectors of the economy, the problems and challenges related to tourism sphere go beyond the national borders of each country acquiring a global nature. At the national level the existing problems in the field of tourism, the current and upcoming challenges, development prospects were discussed during the “Challenges in the Tourism Sector in Armenia and the Role of the Armenian Tourism Federation” workshop organized by Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO on December 10-12, 2021 in Goris town which is located in the south of Armenia in Syunik province.

The event was conducted within the framework of the “Skills and Knowledge Development” pilot project in cooperation with the “Armenian Federation of Tourism” which is a project partner organization in the field of tourism. During the event the Federation presented the activities carried out and all the achievements obtained within the framework of the pilot project, discussed the existing challenges, problems and relevant solutions with the member companies and their representatives.

The representatives of SDA NGO, “Armenian Federation of Tourism”, Syunik Regional Administration, Goris Municipality, as well as the Tourism Committee of the RA Ministry of Economy and “Artsakh Tourism Development Agency” NGO delivered welcome speeches reflecting on the present situation in the sphere of tourism and highlighting the importance of the meeting.

The “Skills, Knowledge and Intermediation Development” pilot project is implemented by Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO in the framework of #RECONOMY – a regional inclusive and green economic development program of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), implemented by HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation in partnership with SDA NGO and others in the Eastern Partnership and the Western Balkans.

08 Dec
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Tour in Shirak: meetings with project beneficiaries

On November 30, 2021, within the framework of the visit to Shirak region, the RA Deputy Minister of Economy Tigran Gabrielyan toured in the region with the representatives of the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO, getting acquainted with the work done within the framework of the “Livestock Development in Armenia: South-North” project implemented by the SDA NGO.

In particular, the largest milk processing factory in Arpi community – “Voske Ser” LLC, the veterinary point of Ashotsk community, Torosgyugh settlement of Sarapat enlarged community, Azatan community lead farm where numerous projects were implemented by SDA NGO.

During the visits, they met with the owners-beneficiaries, community leaders, as well as veterinarians. The existing problems and opportunities, the work done, their condition, and efficiency were discussed. As well as the “Livestock Development in Armenia: South-North 2” project launched in November 2021 was presented during the visit.

07 Dec
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Switzerland launches reform project – CHF 7’130’000 for the modernization of Vocational Education System in Agriculture of Armenia

On December 3, 2021, Switzerland launches a long-term development project to assist Armenia in its efforts of modernizing its Vocational Education System in agriculture. The Swiss Development Cooperation approved in principle a support program to Armenia with a total amount of CHF 7’130’000.
The project will be executed in the Southern Syunik and Vayots Dzor and several Northern regions. The phase of implementation will last at least for 8 years, with a preparatory phase of 9 months.
The reform will be implemented by the Swiss NGO HEKS, the Armenian NGO SDA as well as the German Corporation for International Cooperation GIZ, under the overall coordination of the Government of Armenia.
The project aims to improve employment opportunities of youth living in rural areas by the means of combining theoretical knowledge with practical training in a selected number of professions. Part of the reform is that along with receiving theoretical knowledge at vocational education collages, the students shall get an opportunity to improve their skills in local companies and farms. Their training paths will conclude with a state diploma.
To increase the project’s impact and effectiveness, Switzerland cooperates with a wide range of partners: the Government of Armenia, international organizations, the public and private sectors, and academic institutions. Other funding partners, who add significant funds to the Swiss contribution, include the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development BMZ, the Austrian Development Agency ADA, the Armenian Izmirilian Foundation and some private companies in Armenia. Some of these contributions are subject to a final approval.

26 Nov
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“Practical cheesemaking” training in Lori region

On November 23-26, 2021, “Practical cheesemaking” training was conducted in Lori region by Armenia’s Cheesemakers’ Union, the partner of SDA NGO, within the framework of the “Skills, Knowledge and Intermediation Development” pilot project.

The participants gained sufficient theoretical knowledge about the general technological process of cheese production and all components of cheesemaking during the 4-day training.

In parallel with the theoretical lessons, group visits at “Vigen Grigoryan” Private Entrepreneur and “Grand Milk” cheese factories were organized. In real working conditions, it enables the participants to further strengthen their skills from milk collection to the process of cheese making and tasting.

As a result of the training the participants had an opportunity to specialize in cheese production technology, moreover, to initiate their own small businesses using the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of cheese production.

The pilot project is implemented by Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO in the framework of #RECONOMY – a regional inclusive and green economic development program of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), implemented by HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation.

25 Nov
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A training course on “Modern approaches in the field of veterinary parasitology” Copy

On November 24-25, 2021, in the Syunik Animal Market, within the framework of the “Livestock Development in the South of Armenia”  project funded by the “Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation” and implemented by the “Strategic Development Agency” NGO, a training course for veterinarians on “Modern approaches in veterinary parasitology” was held. The two-day training was conducted by the invited specialist Oleg Shcherbakov.

The training was attended by 24 veterinarians, the participants of the first day were the veterinarians from Goris and Sisian of the Syunik marz, and the participants of the second day were the veterinarians from Vayots Dzor marz and Kapan.

The aim of the course was to introduce to the regional specialists the modern methods of diagnostic research carried out within the framework of veterinary parasitology and procedures, as a result of which veterinarians with new knowledge will be able to accurately and quickly diagnose parasitic diseases in CECs, some of which are zoonotic diseases.

The training was conducted in practical conditions, by presenting the order of sampling from cattle, preparing the samples and examining them under a microscope. The participants were very active and enthusiastic about the meeting. Many practical questions were raised. Some also wondered how much investment would be required to have such a small laboratory facility.

 

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