Birthright Armenia

Organization Description: 

Birthright Armenia's year-round program provides its participants, young Armenian Diasporans, 20-32 years old, with professional internships, travel fellowships, host family living arrangements, unique excursions, language classes, forums and networking opportunities.

Birthright Armenia has partnered with dozens of existing internship organizations and study abroad programs to give young diasporans a unique and personal immersion experience in Armenia. Through its complementary services and financial incentives, Birthright Armenia offers each and every participant the means and opportunity to experience Armenia like never before.

Location: 
37 hanrapetutyan St.
Yerevan, 0001
Armenia
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Mission Statement: 

The mission of Birthright Armenia is to strengthen ties between the homeland and Diasporan youth by affording them an opportunity to be a part of Armenias daily life and to contribute to Armenias development through professional internships and volunteer experience, while developing life-long personal ties and a renewed sense of Armenian identity.

Do You Require Formal Orientation Training for Volunteers?: 
Yes
Do you have a listing of your volunteer opportunities on your organization’s website?: 
Yes
Are more than one-third of the participants in your organization/programs low income (below 150% of the poverty level)?: 
No
City Vision Site Interest: 
0
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