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    The Clock is Ticking By Ban Ki-moon
    As the world population clock ticks past 7 billion, alarm bells are ringing. The gathering force of public protests is the popular expression of an obvious fact: that growing economic uncertainty, market volatility and mounting inequality have reached a point of crisis.   Too many people are living in fear. They are discouraged by uncertainty and angry at their diminished...
    November 2, 2011 17:58
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    “UN for You” Week in Armenia: 66th Anniversary of UN
    The United Nations in Armenia together with its partners – government officials, representatives of the diplomatic community, international organizations, civil society, and media celebrates the UN Day and marks the 66th anniversary of the organization through the UN Week (20-27 October).   The UN Week was inaugurated on October 20 by a photo exhibition by renowned...
    October 25, 2011 15:49
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    UN Office in Armenia and Օxfam United Efforts to Promote Poverty Eradication Work
    A photo exhibition “Eradication of Poverty after 20 years of independence” dedicated to the International Day of Poverty Eradication, which was organized by the Oxfam and the UNDP, UN Department of Public Information and the Food and Agriculture Organization was opened today at the UN House. Exhibited photos illustrated the challenges on the way of poverty...
    October 17, 2011 12:57
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    Spanish Language Day was Observed at the UN in Armenia
    Students, authorities, civil society and international community representatives, and journalists discussed the use of the Spanish Language at the UN during a first ever observation of the Spanish Language Day in Armenia.   The event was organized by the UN Department of Public Information (UNDPI) jointly with Hispanic Center, Yerevan State Pedagogical University...
    October 11, 2011 16:22
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    International Day of Peace commemorated at the UN Armenia Office under the slogan “Peace is the mission of UN”
    The UN Department of Public Information organized a round table discussion on peace and democracy jointly with the Embassy of Federal Republic of Germany, Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Gyumri based NGO “Women for Development”.   The event was organized within the framework of the International Day of Peace and the International Decade for a Culture...
    September 23, 2011 13:44
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    Message of Ms. Dafina Gercheva, UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative in Armenia on the occasion of 20th anniversary of Armenia’s Independence
    On behalf of the United Nations in Armenia, I would like to warmly congratulate the people of Armenia on this historic occasion – the 20th anniversary of Armenia’s Independence.   On September 21st twenty years ago the people of Armenia manifested their commitment to freedom and independence – the universally recognized guarantees of development and stability...
    September 20, 2011 12:05
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    UN Office in Armenia Marks International Day of Democracy
    An art exhibition aimed at motivating young people to be more active and creative participants of the life in their communities, dedicated to the International Day of Democracy, was opened today at the UN House. The bright paintings of the Armenian painter Karen Tantushyan were exhibited. His artworks have attracted the attention of the UN staff, the international community,...
    September 19, 2011 16:07
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    UN Office in Armenia Marks International Youth Day
    An art exhibition aimed at motivating young people to change our world, dedicated to the International Youth Day, was opened today at the UN House. The bright paintings of the talented Armenian painter Narek Avetissian were exhibited. His artwork displayed at the UN House has attracted the attention of youth, the international and art communities, civil society,...
    August 11, 2011 20:34
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    THE SECRETARY-GENERAL MESSAGE ON WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY
    Nearly 20 years after the 1992 Earth Summit, the world is once again on the road to Rio – the site of the June 2012 UN Conference on Sustainable Development.  Much has changed in the past two decades, geopolitically and environmentally.  Hundreds of millions of people in Asia, Latin America – and, increasingly, in Africa – have risen from poverty.  Yet, evidence...
    June 3, 2011 20:55
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    UN Office in Armenia marks World Day for Cultural Diversity
    An art exhibition dedicated to the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development was opened today in the UN House. It is aimed at providing an opportunity to deepen the understanding of the values of cultural diversity and to learn to better “live together”. The paintings and sculptures of the Armenian artist Gevorg Msheci, were exhibited. His art...
    May 13, 2011 16:55
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    THE SECRETARY-GENERAL MESSAGE ON WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY 3 May 2011
    When governments repress their people and shield themselves from scrutiny, press freedom is among the most powerful vehicles for exposing misdeeds and upholding public trust. When people face discrimination and marginalization, access to media can give them voice and create a shared awareness of their plight. And in an era of pressing global challenges, the free exchange...
    May 2, 2011 20:19
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    Secretary-General’s statement on the 25th Anniversary of the Chernobyl Disaster New York, 26 April 2011
    On the 25th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, the worst nuclear accident in history, we remember the heroism of the fire-fighters and other emergency workers; the plight of millions of people who were uprooted from the contaminated regions and those who are still living in the affected areas of Belarus, the Russian Federation and Ukraine. Their sacrifices must never...
    April 27, 2011 17:30
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    UN Office in Armenia together with Armenian people marks Earth Hour
    The UN Office in Armenia urges the Armenians to join people of the planet and to turn off non-essential lights on Saturday night, 26 March from 20:30-21:30 to observe Earth Hour. Turning off the lights for an hour will make a difference and will bring a positive change towards  environmental protection. Hundreds of millions of people in 128 countries participated in...
    March 25, 2011 10:44
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    French Language Day is Celebrated at United Nations in Armenia
    Students, university professors, authorities, diplomats and journalists learned more about use of the French Language at the UN during first ever in Armenia observation of the French Language Day organized today. The round table discussion was organized by the UN Department of Public Information (UNDPI) and the Armenian NGO “Young Translators Union” with the support...
    March 21, 2011 18:57
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    The Secretary-General’s Message on INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
    One hundred years ago, when the world first commemorated International Women’s Day, gender equality and women’s empowerment were largely radical ideas. On this centenary, we celebrate the significant progress that has been achieved through determined advocacy, practical action and enlightened policy making. Yet, in too many countries and societies, women remain second-class...
    March 4, 2011 15:21
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    UN House Opens its Doors to Art Exhibition Dedicated to International Women’s Day
    The art exhibition dedicated to International Women’s Day (8 March, 2011) was opened today in the UN House, focusing on “Equal access to education, training and science and technology: Pathway to decent work for women”, which is the theme of this year’s celebration. The bright paintings of two talented Armenians, Mrs. Flora Baghdasaryan and Mr. Vladimir...
    March 4, 2011 14:39
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    UN Family in Armenia respects memory of the victims of Haiti earthquake
    Yesterday UN Armenia Office staff gathered for a solemn ceremony, with a minute of silence, respecting the memory of the victims of the devastating earthquake which took place the same day of the year 2010 in Haiti. On 12 January, 2010 Haiti suffered a disaster of unparalleled magnitude.  The earthquake of that day killed over two hundred thousand people; more than three...
    January 13, 2011 12:11
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    THE SECRETARY-GENERAL MESSAGE ON HUMAN RIGHTS DAY
    Human rights are the foundation of freedom, peace, development and justice — and the heart of the work of the United Nations around the world. Laws to protect and promote human rights are indispensable.  But quite often, progress comes down to people… courageous women and men… striving to protect their own rights and the rights of others… determined to make...
    December 9, 2010 13:37
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