15 Apr
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Presentation and Discussion of Veterinary Learning Assignments/Tasks with the participation of Goris Agricultural College MAVETA Project Partners

On April 11, 2024 “Strategic Development Agency” (SDA) NGO, organized a workshop on presentation and discussion of veterinary learning assignments with the participation of teachers and students of Goris Agricultural College and veterinarians within the framework of the “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia” (MAVETA) project.

Lilit Beglaryan, the Adviser of SDA MAVETA Project made a speech of welcome and emphasized the importance of the cooperation of the structures present at the workshop as the key of successful implementation of dual education.

Afterwards, Mikael Haykuni, Veterinarian/Expert from Strategic Development Agency NGO, presented the participants with practical assignments/tasks of dual education in Veterinary profession which were developed with the support of experts from the Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL).The expert also mentioned the significance of documents as a tool to be applied during collaboration among apprentice, teacher and employer. The teachers of the college and mentors actively discussed each learning assignment and, based on the discussion, it was suggested to revise them according to the curriculum modules.

12 Apr
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Technical support to Goris State Agricultural College

Within the framework of “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia” (MAVETA) project, we continue to promote the development of agricultural sector.

In the scope of the MAVETA project “Strategic Development Agency” (SDA) NGO, equipped Goris State Agricultural College with new computers and laboratory equipment.

Due to the provided technical support, the teachers will be able to organize the teaching process by using more creative and interactive techniques. And the availability of laboratory equipment will contribute to the increase of interest and motivation in the profession of milk and dairy technologist.

By using these computers and the laboratory equipment the college students will have an opportunity to improve their knowledge and skills to become more competitive specialists in the labor market.

The MAVETA project is funded by a broad coalition of international and local organizations led by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), including the Austrian Development Agency, the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Government of Armenia, the Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) NGO, Izmirlian Foundation, the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO and Vanand Agro CJSC.

 The project’s implementing partners are the GIZ and HEKS/EPER with the involvement of SDA and the School of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences at the Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL).

 

12 Apr
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An official visit of the Austrian Development Agency delegation to Syunik

On April 10-11, a delegation from the Austrian Development Agency (ADA) undertook an official visit to the beneficiaries and partners involved in “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia” (MAVETA) and “Livestock Development in Armenia: South-North 2″ projects, which are implemented by the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO.

The delegation was represented by Klaus Kapper, the Head of Yerevan office of the Austrian Development Agency, Nora Alanakyan, the deputy head of ADA and Tobias Orischnig, Programme Manager, responsible for Moldova, Georgia and Armenia.

During their visit, the delegation engaged in meetings with the head of the Sarnakunq rural settlement of Sisian enlarged community, interacted with beneficiary farmers, and visited the recently opened “Lead farm” in Kapan.

As part of the MAVETA project, which receives partial funding from the Austrian Development Agency, visits were arranged to the Sisian branch of the Armenian National Agrarian University and the “Sis-Alp” Dairy Company.

The official visit also included a discussion session, during which Vahe Hovhannisyan, manager of the “Livestock Development in Armenia: South-North 2” project, and Lilit Hovhannisyan, manager of the “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia” (MAVETA) project presented the project achievements, ongoing interventions and forthcoming activities.

 

 

 

10 Apr
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Visit to the Goris public schools for professional orientation

On April 10, within the framework of the “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia” (MAVETA) project, a career orientation and professional guidance visit was organized in the primary schools No. 2 and No. 3 primary school after Yu. Bakhshyan in Goris Community of Syunik Region.

The visit was held jointly with the MAVETA project partner, Goris State Agricultural Collage after professor Kh. Yeritsyan.

During the visit, Lilit Beglaryan, VET consultant presented the MAVETA project and the advantages of dual education.

Harutyun Tsatryan, a private sector partner, director of “Elola” company, was also present at the visit. He presented the demand for the profession of milk and dairy technologist in the region and the opportunities provided by the educational system with a dual approach.

Mikael Haykuni, specialized in animal health and breeding from Strategic Development Agency NGO spoke about the need to involve young personnel in the field of veterinary medicine and presented the importance of the profession from the point of view of public health protection.

More than 80 pupils were present at the two meetings, and they raised their questions regarding the admission procedure and the duration of training in the presented professions.

09 Apr
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Event honoring women, involved in agriculture and contributing to the improvement and development of the sector

On April 8, the event for honoring women, involved in agriculture and contributing to the improvement and development of the sector took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel.

The event was organized by Strategic Development Agency NGO within the framework of the “Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia” (MAVETA) project (MAVETA) program.

The MAVETA project is funded by a broad coalition of international and local organizations led by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), including the Austrian Development Agency, the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Government of Armenia, the Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) NGO, Izmirlian Foundation, the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO and Vanand Agro CJSC.

The project’s implementing partners are the GIZ and HEKS/EPER with the involvement of SDA and the School of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences at the Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL).

The purpose of the event was to promote the professions targeted by the MAVETA project, expand the involvement of women in the field, increase their role and provide an opportunity to establish connections with each other.

The event started with the welcome speech of Armenuhi Poghosyan, Head of the Department of Primary (Craftsmanship) and Vocational Education of the RA Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports, who emphasized the role of education in the development of agriculture and presented the agricultural specialties introduced by dual education within the MAVETA project, which will enable students already skilled entry into the labor market, contributing to the employability of communities.

Mrs. Poghosyan was followed by RA Deputy Minister of Economy, Tatevik Sargsyan, who emphasized the role of women in the field of agriculture and noted that most of the local products are provided by women, working in the field. “May there always be professional successes in your life, let’s continue serving the motherland and its progress honestly and unceasingly,” said Mrs. Sargsyan.

Monique Frey, the VET consultant from HEKS/EPER, presented the experience of Switzerland and the implemented programs for involving women in political and social life.

Sona Tsarukyan, the deputy head of the Food safety inspection body of the Republic of Armenia, urged young people to choose their professions by their heart.

Additionally, she proposed the inclusion of men in similar gatherings to further emphasize the significance of women in the agricultural sector.

At the event, seven women specializing in professions such as veterinary, milk and dairy technology, and farm management shared their success stories.

During the event, through a panel discussion, Melanya Karapetyan, head of the food safety department of the RA Ministry of Economy, Armenuhi Poghosyan, head of the department of primary (craftsmanship) and vocational education of the RA Ministry of education, science, culture and sports and a representative of the private sector, a female entrepreneur, the co-founder of “Lorva Kat” company Anush Sukiasyan presented and discussed the challenges for women, involved in agriculture and ways to overcome them.

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