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The Struggle for Visibility: Women Entrepreneurs from Artsakh Face Challenges Gaining Market Recognition
Large and small jars (vessels) full of Artsakh pickles are evenly lined up in the dark basement of the rented house. These are Victoria’s pickles, waiting for the next recipient. She learned to pickle from her mother. Now she sells them. They turned their beloved work into a small business after the forced displacement, called […]
Raising money: a big problem at the beginning of a business
When you are just starting a business and don’t have access to financing, you face various challenges. Naira Poghosyan, a 48-year-old who started her own business after working as a translator for many years, shares her experience. If you’re in a hurry, read this. In 2021, Naira founded a negotiation skills coaching service. She says […]
Artsakh women initiate businesses and go through “hell’s twists and turns”
Coffee lovers will love Ada’s apartment. The smell of coffee has captivated it. Ada’s “Tesan-Tena” business is there. She started her business in Stepanakert in 2020 after the war. Initially, she sold aromatic coffees and teas online. A few months later, she opened her small shop. If you’re in a hurry, read this. Ada is […]
“Manifestations of Obstetric Violence in Armenia” Qualitative Research
ABSTRACT Introduction: In recent years, media and social networks have highlighted increasing reports of obstetric and gynecological care being violent, disrespectful, abusive, or neglectful. These actions, words, and omissions are referred to as obstetric violence. This type of violence stems from gender-based violence and stereotypes about women and mothers. Characteristics of obstetric violence include treatment […]
Dignified Motherhood: No to Obstetric Violence
The “Dignified Motherhood: No to Obstetric Violence” project was implemented by the “Point 33” NGO within the framework of the “Expanding the Impact of Civil Society Development” program, supported by the Swedish Government through the Eurasia Partnership Foundation. The program ran from August 1, 2024, to March 1, 2025. The goal of the “Dignified Motherhood: […]
To be shut down or to raise prices: Small and medium businesses face a dilemma
Close the business or raise the price of goods and services? The new tax cuts, effective from January 1, 2025, have put business owners in a difficult situation. Hripsime Kocharyan has been producing eco-bags for 5 years. The “Ecobag with me” brand, founded in 2020, collaborates with women with young children and children with health […]
