Candidates Booklet_EYP Armenia Board Elections 2015/2016

According to the 3rd Provision of the Elections procedure, “In case only 1 candidate has applied for a certain position, he/she will not be voted upon, but his her approval will be implemented based on the Previous Board`s Decision�.

Since there are positions which have received 1 application or no application at all, their candidacies will be considered by the previous Board and in case nobody applied for the given position, the same position will be offered to the respective member of the previous Board, as prescribed by the 4th provision of the Elections procedure. The positions which received 1 or 0 applications are the following: President, Vice-President on Strategy Development and Fundraising, IT Officer, Videographer/Editor, Creative Manager/Photographer.

The Candidates for the other positions are presented below.

Name, Surname: Tatevik Hayrapetyan Age: 25 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: PhD student in National Academy of Science of Republic of Armenia EYP Experience: 1st National Selection Conference, Moderator in Conflict Resolution Simulation Conferences, Chairperson in International EYP Forum in Armenia, EYP Youth Forum in Istanbul, Chaperone of Armenian delegation in EYP Youth Forum in Romania, Head Organizer in upcoming Regional session in Aragatsotn marz.

Experience in the field of the position applying: I have been a Vice President on External Relations of EYP Armenia from 2014 to 2015. In a year my main achievements are: • Settling cooperation with International Centre for Agribusiness Research and Education, which hosted the committee work of the 3rd Youth Forum • Working with American Council, British Council, Armenian Slavonic University, YSU, ASUE, French University, etc. Due to this more and more students from these universities are involved in EYP Armenia's activities.

• Creating contacts and starting to promote EYP methodology in high schools, i.e. UWC Dilijan, PhysMath school, Quantum college, Mkhitar Sebastaci Educational complex, etc.

• Partnership in the scope Erasmus+ program with EYP representations. The EYP Armenia Alumni who are selected to be chairs in EYP Sessions abroad will get travel reimbursements.

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Deepening partnership with EU Delegation to Armenia, one of our main supporters.

• Starting work and cooperation with different Embassies, i.e. USA Embassy in Armenia, Lithuanian Embassy in Armenia, etc.

• However I think my greatest achievement was to create unique and promising cooperation with World Vision Armenia. In regard to this EYP Armenia gained a chance and financial

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support to start working in the regions. And first regional session will be hosted by Aragatsotn marz.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I am applying for this position because I have a perfect vision where we are going and in which directions I should work furthermore. Lots of work has been done during 1 year of my work in the capacity of Vice-President on External Relations and as mentioned before EYP Armenia gained a lot from this, but I have to confess that I have been going through difficulties, disappointments however still due to hard work, belief and devotion I never gave up even on the most daring ideas, most of which were perfectly implemented.

Now being much more experienced, creating lots of contacts with different high schools, universities, organizations and even entertaining places (AEON, Jean Paul existential CafĂŠ, etc.) as well as having many ongoing projects and bright ideas I am sure I will bring lots of new great achievements to EYP Armenia. I think that our Alumni and Members are already getting advantage of the work done before and believe me so much is yet to come.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

First of all EYP Armenia has become second family for me where each of us is so different and valuable. However we have something in common, which unities us, it’s an ability to see and reveal the uniqueness of all and each of us, which gives an amazing sense of belonging to this circle particularly and to our country in general.

At the same time it’s a perfect place to be challenged, to gain new skills, to learn and to reveal yourself in a new light.

But most of all I like EYP because of the idea of bringing new reality and step by step making Armenia much better place to live and work. Due to EYP Armenian youth is becoming an irreplaceable part of our civil society.

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Name, Surname: Areg Kochinyan Age: 22 years old City: Yerevan, Armenia Occupation: Student at YSU, President of the Young Analyst's Centre (A think-tank) Trainer at the Future is Yours (NGO), Executive Board member of EYP Armenia EYP Experience: 1 NSC of EYP Armenia, The 74th International Session, Tbilisi, 2 NSC of EYP Armenia, EYP Business Simulation, Tbilisi School Session 2014, 75th International Session, Riga International EYP Forum in Armenia, BNC Meeting Berlin, International EYP Public Speaking Championship, 76th International Session of the EYP, Barcelona, 3rd EYP Youth Forum, 1st Armenian Regional EYP Session Experience in the field of the position applying:  2009 - 2011 President, Young political scientists’ club.  Creating and strengthening ties with potential partners and result based cooperation with them, well developed writing skills.  2011 - 2013 Sergeant major of the Armenian Armed Forces.  2013 - present Founder president, Youth Analytical Centre.  Managing a group of young analysts, organizing their activities, drafting the agenda of the centre and controlling its work.  2009 - 2011. Mandated delegate, The supreme body of the Student Council of YSU  2014 - 2015. Trainer at the project “Youth to Youth” financed by the USA Embassy in Armenia.  2013 - present. Trainer and project manager at the NGO “The Future is Yours”  Cooperation with international organizations, advanced knowledge of English, great experience in work with universities and schools in both administrative and academic levels.  2014 – present Board Member, European Youth Parliament.  Experience in everything possible connected with EYP. Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

For the last two years EYP and I gave to each other so much that if translated it into numbers the sum would be bigger than Armenia-EU turnover. But that is yet not the limit. I feel that there is so much I still can give to this organization and to the people who are engaged in it. At this moment I am the most experienced Armenian EYPer with attendance to more than a dozen of EYP events all over the Europe. I am sure that I will be absolutely good at developing the 4

external relations of the NC and the coordination of its international relations, identifying potential partners and getting in touch with them. I have an impressing experience gained both in and out of EYP (through work as a Local Activities Coordinator and as a representative of EYP Armenia during the BNC meeting in Berlin (The highest governing body in EYP).

I believe that my experience, motivation and knowledge of EYP are more than enough to assume that I can handle all the responsibilities and duties of the Vice President on External Relations.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

When there is something taking so much space in your life, something you are so much into, something to which you are giving so much energy and time as is EYP for me, it is becoming really hard to formulate the answer to this question. I guess EYP is a job for me, but it is also the very place where I get education, it is my hobby and it is the basement from which I see the future of my country and society, it is the place where I found my friend and my inspiration, it is the ideas that eliminate thousand bright minds and it is an ideology of how a young leader ought to live his/her life and it is a lifestyle every modern person dreams of. EYP has become an inseparable part of myself, it is the space where I feel at home.

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Name, Surname: Anush Mardumyan Age: 24 years old City: Abovyan Occupation: SCARA NGO EYP Experience: I was one of the organizers in IEFA 2014 Experience in the field of the position applying: I have an experience of working with schools and universities as well the external relations are very related to my field of studies. I think working in that position is more appropriate for me, where I will be able to show up all my knowledge and experience.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I applied for this vacancy because I know I am serious, goal oriented young person, who knows how to work and how to do your job well.

After I read the responsibilities and duties of Vise- President on External Relations I realized that I need to apply because I have a related experience with working in schools colleges and universities not only in Armenia. I have worked in Public Administration Academy of the Republic of Armenia. I have a work experience in 114 school of Erevan as well as Odsherred Efterscool of Denmark. Now I am a head researcher in non-governmental organization SCARA. I want to make this EYP better than it is today, make it known not only in Armenia but worldwide, I want to get supporters all over the world and I am sure that I can do it. Shall you decided to consider it.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

It's an organization where clever, full of energy and young people are gathered. There are working on making our boring days interesting. They help people to developped their communications skills by organizing different international forums. They give an opportunity to learn about other cultures through this events and become a part of it.

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Name, Surname: Tatev Kostanyan Age: 24 years old City: Vanadzor Occupation: Leadership School EYP Experience: As I am a new member this is a great opportunity to get involved in EYP work more productively.

Experience in the field of the position applying: During my study at YSU in the faculty of International Relations I had a good experience in participating in many conferences and programs where I could develop my skills.

Besides I try to be informed about what is going on in the world all the time and this help me very much while communicating with foreign people.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

With this I would like to express my strong motivation of becoming a board member of EYP. As I have already mentioned I am a new member and this is great opportunity to become more active and get well acquainted with EYP members.

I graduated from the faculty of International Relations and during my study years I had many chances to participate in many conferences and public events. This will be another great opportunity to develop my skills.

I know English well and there will be no problem with communication.

Besides I am very sociable and enthusiastic.

Thank you for your consideration and time.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP is really another planet for those young people in Armenia who have different and great ideas and a clear vision about making the world a better and brighter place. It is a great platform where you can express your points of views freely and where you can work and have fun at the same time.

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Name, Surname: Lilit Ghazaryan Age: 22 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Translator/Tutor EYP Experience: Since September I have been an EYP member and my current experience has been the position of one of the photographers of "Humans of Yerevan" project.

However, because of time constraints I am not able to dedicate more time to that project. I have also been chosen as one of the members of the Armenian Delegation at the Regional Conference of EYP Germany taking place in Leverkusen on March 19-22, 2015.

Experience in the field of the position applying: As a matter of fact I have never worked as a specialist on External Relations, but given that I have majored in intercultural communications and appear to be quite good at negotiating and relation-building, I believe to be able to handle this position.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Given the chance I have finally decided to do something really important within the framework of EYP Armenia. I do believe this to be a good chance to improve my communication, diplomatic and relation-building skills. Since 2009 I have worked in a number of local and international organizations. Despite the fact I do not have much time for "HYE" project, I will do my best to prove myself as a person worth being trusted this position to. I understand its importance and seriousness. That is why I am applying for this very position - to challenge myself, as well as prove a lot to myself (not others).

What is EYP Armenia for you?

Opportunity, fun, new people, experience, skills, knowledge, self-development. While being a member I want to taste every single of these words in the field.

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Name, Surname: Anna Avagyan Age: 21 years old City: Vanadzor Occupation: Student EYP Experience: I became EYP member in October 2014. That was an extraordinary achievement for me as a student. Since then I participated to one of the sessions of EYP Armenia, and I apply to many training courses, conferences forwarded or launched by EYP Armenia.

Experience in the field of the position applying: The reason for which I chose the field of Vice president on Regional Development is that I truly want regions of Armenia to be involved in EYP activities. I was born in Lori region and I have lived there for more than 17 years. I know the problems of this region and I strongly believe that active young citizens like me, can attach the youngsters from regions to the volunteering service of EYP Armenia.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Essentially am applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia, because I consider myself a motivated person who is flexible enough to attach herself to any kind of activity, even if that has nothing to do with the position I have chosen. Next, I am a member and volunteer in different organizations as well which gives me broad space to deal with youngsters and their problems. Much or less I know how to support young people and inspire them with new and innovative ideas.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP Armenia is a connecting bridge for me and motivation. According to this NGO I can say that I have known about a lot of exchanges and courses and I shared this with the people who worth that. Then, being a member of EYP Armenia is a good chance for me to gather with more than hundreds of people in an awesome place and have fun. In this way I also got good friends.

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Name, Surname: Anna Chobanyan Age: 29 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Project Officer of EU funded project on "Preparations of Actions in Regional Development" EYP Experience: EYP member 20142015 Experience in the field of the position applying: Currently I am working as project officer at EU funded project "Support to the MTA in preparation of actions in regional development". This project's main objectives are to obliterate regional disparities by fostering economic development of regions, creating quality jobs in the regions of RA among young qualified adults, and also supporting SMEs in the regions. I am involved in designing guidelines of the Grant Scheme, delivering capacity building trainings to beneficiaries, research in the respective field, etc.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I have a huge desire to be the part of the shift that is why I am very eager to align myself with such change making organization as EYP. I am mostly interested in the position of vicepresident on regional development, as I have enough skills and knowledge in this field to be helpful in fulfilling EYP's goals in the respective field. Together, we will take a challenge to address regional disparities and I am sure we will meet our objectives, whatever they are! I am a hard-working and determined person, and I am sure that the quantity of the effort and enthusiasm I put in will result in high quality results!

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP is an organization who makes change in the reality of Armenia and struggles to create a good future for bright and talented young people of Armenia, it's a platform where young people gather to share their knowledge, skills and opinions with like-minded people, and to put it shortly EYP is just awesome!

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Name, Surname: Lilit Gizhlaryan Age: 21 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: MA student at Hispanic Studies department

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EYP Experience: IEFA International Forum FEEL AYSOR Youth Forum ALINCO Alumni Innovative Council 1st Regional EYP forum in Armenia

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Believing that big changes should start from educating the youth and equally developing all the regions of Armenia, I co-organized, chaired and facilitated the Green Camp 2009 in Dilijan, Girls Leadership training 2012 in Choratan, GirlsLead 2013 camp in Berd. Another project aimed at the youth in Tavush region was the Education USA Student Ambassador program with American Councils. For almost a year we worked with exceptionally talented students from Ijevan practicing English. We are also launching English Spelling competitions for High School students from different marzes.

The last project I am working on is the EYP first regional session.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

2015 will be an amazing year of spreading EYP ideas, talks, debates, assemblies and warmness in the regions of Armenia as well. Having the experience of working in the regions for a long time, understanding the influence of education and such events in smaller towns, I would like to be a part of the big change. EYP regional sessions will give the chance to feel a part of the big family of crazy dreamers, young doers and simply bright people who are not afraid to think different, to be open and absorb the opportunities that life gives them. I want to be in the team to implement those projects with the smart and shy students from regions, discover new talents and skills, help them not to be afraid to be different. My passion to work with different youth groups from diverse backgrounds will help both me and them to get attached, form friendships and create a warm atmosphere to work efficiently.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP is for Enthusiastic Young People, a group that became more than a family for everyone who once entered. It became sweet memories, all-night-long talks, life-long friendships, hot debates, 11

challenging ourselves and understanding each other better. It is memories of awesome people, cozy evenings, beautiful moments, dancing and believing in peace. believing that one day we will rock higher stages and will inspire bigger audiences... EYP is finding people who are different but equally talented and amazing, it is acknowledging each other and appreciating the essential drop of craziness we all have.

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Name, Surname: Raffi Elliott Age: 25 years old City: Montreal Occupation: MA student/self employed EYP Experience: I cannot stress how much of a game changer my EYP experience has been as a whole. Having moved from the Diaspora to Armenia over three years ago, I was constantly warned by my peers both abroad and here that Armenia had no future, and that its youth was leaving in droves, while those who remained were part of a so-called 'lost generation'.

However, Meeting with Hovsep and his team, as well as those who participated in the event showed me that there is an educated and vibrant youth culture in Armenia, with goals and ambitions, which is increasingly asserting itself. I had a chance to make many close friends with whom I still keep contact. I greatly enjoyed the forums organised by this organisation as it allowed me to grow both as a person and with my local compatriots. EYP also gave me a chance to test my political credentials by sending me as an Armenian delegate to Riga, Latvia in 2014, for the EYP international session. This was also a very rewarding experience for me.

Though I am busy these days with my company which is slowly taking off. I try to be as available as possible to help nurture a new generation of European-Armenian political class.

Experience in the field of the position applying: I have been doing something quite similar with my own NGO, Armenian Students for liberty.

I'm pretty good at it, and I have lots of contacts in the outlying towns and villages of Armenia, and I love to travel outside of Yerevan. I would do a good job of developing the European ecosystem outside of the Capital City, and to build a network of regional EYPs so that we will no longer be embarrassed at international sessions where every other country has a thousand local branches, while we only have Yerevan. I would obviously start with Gyumri and Vanadzor, and work our way to Artsakh as well.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Though I am busy these days with my company which is slowly taking off. I try to be as available as possible to help nurture a new generation of European-Armenian political class. Those of you 13

who know me, will be aware of the resolve with which I work on projects. Furthermore, I am well connected with youth circles in the cities outside of What is EYP Armenia for you?

At the risk of repeating what I wrote in the first box, EYP Armenia is a chance for young people to break the social rules of a conservative, post-soviet society where people were taught not to challenge the dominant narrative. Young adults have the opportunity to share their ideas, discuss with peers, and fight for the ideals they hold dear in mock parliamentary sessions calqued on the European model. This experience will allow the next generation of Armenian parliamentarians to turn the National Assembly into a vibrant establishment for debate, and the sharing of ideas, helping shape Armenia's positive future.

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Name, Surname: Harutyun Avagyan Age: 21 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: I have graduated from French University in Armenia. Currently I work at HSBC Bank Armenia.

EYP Experience: I joined EYP Armenia from its first days. I have participated in the 1st and 2nd National Selection Conferences as a delegate. I also participated in the EYP Business Simulation Conference.

My last participation was within the scope of The 3rd EYP Forum to Empower Emerging Leaders (#FEEL) on “Activate youth for sustainability: obtaining and rebuilding (#AYSOR)” as a chairperson of the Economic and Monetary Affairs committee.

Experience in the field of the position applying: I have always been concerned of deficiency of opportunities in Armenian provinces. Today my economic education enables me not only think of the issue but also take measures to solve it.

Being involved in many youth organizations and having a big social capital throughout Armenia I can easily create links with local NGOs and other organizations as well as schools and other institutions, work with local government bodies and authorities and thus engage young people in EYP activities.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

In EYP everyone has a unique chance to act, be heard and lead. And I can surely state, that we use those chances. However, last sessions took place only in Yerevan, thus regional youth was not a part of EYP projects. I would like to change this situation by not bringing them to Yerevan for participation in EYP projects but through organizing EYP's events in their hometowns. It is essential for every organization not to be focused only in the capital, EYP can reach even more success enlarging its area of functioning in Armenian regions since the youth there is in need of such activities, though has a big potential and resources to contribute to its success. I have my clear vision on this issue and have a great desire to use my skills and knowledge in favor of EYP’s future enlargement and victories as I consider EYP to be the engine of youth movement in Armenia.

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What is EYP Armenia for you?

European Youth Parliament Armenia is a place where young generation creates a special atmosphere without any boundaries: an atmosphere where ideas flow freely, where every delegate’s mind is in the game. In EYP we live every moment. For me EYP is place where I see the change in the delegates: how they transform from being a listener to a speaker, from dreamer to an actor, and most importantly from strangers to friends. And for every single joiner the experience is higher that initial expectations. I had the same emotions and experience when I joined EYP. And these are the most memorable moments.

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Name, Surname: Eduard Melkonyan Age: 20 years old City: Yerevan, Armenia Occupation: Bachelor's degree in Economics at the Russian-Armenian (Slavonic) State University (2012-2016) EYP Experience: EYP Business Simulation Conference 2014 International EYP Forum in Armenia 2014 Experience in the field of the position applying:  Manager at “Abovyan 12’’ cafe from 12/2014 up to present Description: accomplishment department objectives by managing staff; planning and evaluating department activities. 

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Investment fund manager at One Click Investments from 04/2014 up to present

Description: responsible for implementing a fund's investing strategy, managing its portfolio trading activities and getting involved new investors at the same time 

Cashier and accountant at ‘’Abovyan 12’’ cafe from 06/2014 to 10/2014

Description: responsible for cash inflow and outflow and day reporter organiser 

Sales manager and ADman at Orange Armenia from 08/2010 to 09/2010

Description: organizing meetings with customers and introduction of new products Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I am earnestly looking forward to this job opportunity as the knowledge and skills obtained during the occupation will enhance my financial understanding, foster my vision in communication and, as a result, make my studies more practical and applied. Whenever different people meet and socialize on the same platform, the product of their communication can be of phenomenal potential as long as they manage to establish unique associative links between their minds. That is how creative ideas are born. This is why I am so eager to meet new people during this program. I hope that EYP Armenia Alumni will vote for me because I will do my best while cooperating with other members of EYP team. And as from my part, I am ready to

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devote my time to this occupation which is of the greatest value to me. Time can never be regained so I will do everything to use it efficiently.

Thus, I am full of determination, and, if given the chance, ready to make every possible effort.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP Armenia is something unique for me. It gives an opportunity to interact with different people, come up and swap new ideas at the same time. Practical and intellectual exchange of this kind will make it possible to share and harvest new concepts and inspiration for future endeavors. I guess the picture could be like this: young, enthusiastic people gathering together, exchanging ideas and producing ardent flow of thoughts which eventually find their rest on sheets of paper and wait for the suitable time to burst into action. Apart from this, it will also contribute to my personal development, making me more independent and mature from a professional aspect.

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Name, Surname: Vacheh Sahakian Age: 20 years old City: I.R of Iran Occupation: Student of AUA business department/ working as trader EYP Experience: 2nd national conference.

DJ :D Experience in the field of the position applying:  AGBU Yerevan scouts.  VoX helping for (event making production)  AIESEC Armenia ER group. Fundraiser of Mindset conference.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I am applying for this position because I am sure that the experience I have will allow me to raise as many partners and to gain as much for EYP Armenia as possible. *I have leadership skills * I am an enthusiastic self-starter and I am able to work autonomously. * I have a SMART campaign plane (Fundraising Goal) * I am well informed about Armenian target audience * I have a knowledge of Marketing and Project management (which are important skills for fundraiser). *I am a good communicator and a positive person.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

For me EYP Armenia is a group of young, dynamic, innovative, educated and motivated people who enjoy what they are doing.

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Name, Surname: Vahe Tumanyan Age: 18 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Fondation “Université Française en Arménie” Department of Marketing, 2nd year EYP Experience: I have participated in the 3rd Youth Forum by EYP Armenia (Forum to Empower Emerging Leaders – FEEL) on “Activate Youth for Sustainability: obtaining and rebuilding” (AYSOR) I am in the organizing team of ARES (Aparan Regional EYP Session)

Experience in the field of the position applying: I have not had any experience in this field yet.

The experience is one of the most important things to have success in the field you are working for. But I think, more important is the will to study. For me it is not a shame not to know something, it is a shame not having the will to learn. This is a skill which not everyone has.

Maybe there is another person who is more experienced than me, but if he has not this skill than after a while he will fail. Honestly, it will take some time for me to learn my job, because there is nothing that a person cannot learn and study, he needs just some time, but after that hardworking time, i will be one of the bests in this field.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Firstly, I would like to say that I am a person who will develop himself during his whole life and this is a process which has no end like every idea. To accomplish this I have to have some experience (actually I am joking, not some, but much). Secondly, It is a great responsibility for me to be in the board of EYP Armenia, and I want to feel myself in that situation, to understand how I am going to deal with this,with the problems related with the position, which tools I am going to use to solve these problems, to undertand how far I can go with my ambitions, with my dreams. I appreciate very much the punctuality. For me,everything must be in its place. And it is the most important thing which assures the balance in the world. If EYP Armenia Alumni appreciates this quality like me, than he or she should vote for me, if not than i am not the right candidate for him or her.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

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There is only one main respond for this question.EYP Armenia is the place (not only physical) where I am what I am. It is not one of the Vahe's interpretations. This is the place where who feel yourself as part of a big universe (I am not saying a family, because the Family has an end, it is too simple, EYP Armenia does not have an end, it is like Universe, endless and powerful). So I want to become a bigger star of this big Universe by being selected as a board member.

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Name, Surname: Anzhela Amirjanyan Age: 20 years old City: Syunik region, Kapan Occupation: Master's degree in International relations and diplomacy EYP Experience: I have been selected as the member of EYP, but unluckily, I haven't yet been involved in any of its activities either due to financial or time management reasons.

However, I have more time to make my contribution to this high-profile institution.

Experience in the field of the position applying: International relations officer (voluntary) for Fresco International festival of modern art and spiritual films

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 Arrangement of Fresco International festival Developing and maintaining a network of contacts Project management Administrative support Office Management

Internship position of Administrative assistant at ICLT (International centre of languages and training)   

Administrative support Paperwork Event organization

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Organizational Support Clerical duties Disability support (making projects for disabled people) Monitoring and modifying project schedule

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

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I approach this position as an opportunity for career advancement and discovery. Due to this position I wish to acquire a sense of direction and purpose, which will help to accomplish various tasks and to produce organizational effectiveness. I want this post to bring out the best in me, teach me to approach challenges from different angles and find better solutions. Above all things, I want to unlock my creative potential, find out how to work better with people of different educational backgrounds and to solve complex problems. Moreover, I am sure that the confidence gained through EYP will help to build social skills, increase self-esteem and the ability to communicate well in a group.

I am sure that this job will impact the development of my creative life and career.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

I truly believe that youth is the young blood of nation and active workers of nation. So, by involving us in such projects and allowing us to voice our opinions we could be opening and moving the political and social world forward. Hence, EYP is a window to a new world where diversity of approaches, skill-shares, a collective voice to engage on humanitarian issues are reigning.

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Name, Surname: Liana Vasilyan Age: 27 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Grant Thornton Armenia EYP Experience: Member

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Experience in the field of the position applying: Officially as an HR officer, I have no experience. However, during 5 years I have been working as an auditor in the international companies such as PwC and Grant Thornton. The main advantage of my job is diversity, which includes communication with different people from different organizations. In addition, an experience as a customer service officer in HSBC bank laid a solid foundation for my advanced communication skills. I do believe that my great sense of motivation, responsibility and devoted nature will be a valuable asset, open up new perspectives for the EYP and spread warm and positive atmosphere.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

As an experienced professional in the field of auditing and possessing a creative and enthusiastic nature, I truly feel the need to invest my time in a new challenging sphere. Having lots of ideas in mind regarding people management and having the desire in applying them, this opportunity really interested me. I have strong belief, that bringing best of people together is the key element of success and development of the society, since sharing experience and thoughts is the first step in creating new ideas. I do believe, that my positive approach and sincere desire of developing our society through prospective people will provide benefit both for EYP mission and each member engaged in.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

It is worth mentioning, that EYP plays significant role for motivated and educated young people.

I am really admired with the equal opportunities, which EYP open for its members. More importantly, investing in young people is the only way to create bright future. Thus, first of all, for me EYP is FUTURE!

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Name, Surname: Dianna Asryan Age: 22 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Student EYP Experience: IEFA 2014, ALINCO member Experience in the field of the position applying: I have an experience of coordinator from my previous volunteer work as a coordinator mentee in Luys Foundation, where I coordinated assignments of the group, manage their work with mentors who were Luys scholars etc.

I also had an experience of project management while volunteering as a staff member in BAZE 2011 summer camp. My activities included but were not limited to the assistant of the camp's participants daily activities, assistance in managing different programs of the camps etc.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I perceive this position as a significant advancement in my career and believe that it will be a good environment to show off my full potential and utilize my skills and knowledge. My experiences of manager and assistant in different programs and education make me a strong candidate for HR & Alumni Coordinator position in EYP Armenia. Thanks to the numerous courses and trainings, I have gained experience in the project cycle management, teamwork, intercultural management, and in conflict resolution. I believe my highly motivated and resultoriented attitude as well as tact, accuracy and respect for confidentiality will be perceived as valuable asset to your team.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

If someone asks me what is EYP? I answer it is E-empowering Y-youth P-Platform. It is one of the leading youth organizations in Armenia. It is incredible how EYP could manage to become a unique place of gathering of the best, creative, modest youth in Armenia. The sessions, simulations, speeches are unique experiences of learning from your peers from all over the world; share your experience and knowledge with them. Alumni gatherings are another source of making new friends and network of people who share with you the same ideas and visions.

EYP is not only an organization it is creator of the Armenian Youth future.

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Name, Surname: Eva Karapetyan Age: 20 years old City: Moscow, Russia Occupation: French University of Armenia, Department of Marketing, 3rd year EYP Experience: EYP AmAr 2013 Simulation Conference (Participant) 3rd Youth Forum of EYP Armenia "FEEL AYSOR" (Organizer) 1st Aparan Regional EYP Session (Organizer) Experience in the field of the position applying: I'm currently working as an intern at "Cascade Consultants" HR Company which is offering a comprehensive range of HR services. This is a great opportunity for me to tranfer my already gained knowledge into practice, as well as to gain a new experience which will be served as a valuable asset for my career development.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I have been involved in EYP Armenia since 2013. I had the chance to participate in different activities where I demonstrated myself as energetic, positive and interesting personality, which every EYPer has.

Why you should vote for me?

It is more than simple. One of main characteristics of HR and Alumni Coordinator is professional qualifications and personal features. I am sociable, open-minded, full of enthusiasm, I can go deep into details, I can work with everybody individually, I am aware of every person involved in EYP, as well as I am well informed about local norms and procedures regarding HR management. There are hundreds of new ideas I can suggest and do my best to organize them. However, all of the new ideas should be generated after voting process, when all of you would give his/her voice to me.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

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There’re so many bright things in my life and one of them is definitely an EYP. Once I understood how an opportunity can become a real change-maker and how you can develop yourself through experience, through lifelong experience, just like EYP! EYP Armenia is like a huge family full of cozy ambiance which encourages unique people to get involved. EYP Armenia is a place where you can inspire and get inspired, where you can create, learn and interact with so many enthusiastic and extraordinary people who have so much to tell and share with you.

Now I can proudly say that I’m grateful to life for giving me the chance to get acquainted with so many awesome people, who encouraged me to create my own path of success and the chance to be a part of the Board of EYP Armenia would be another great opportunity for me to develop my mindset, to discover new things and to create a fertile atmosphere for my development both personally and professionally.

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Name, Surname: Satenik Hakobyan Age: 23 years old City: Sisian Occupation: Student EYP Experience: EYP Armenia Member Experience in the field of the position applying: 1 year experience as an HR coordinator in ''Sisian Helsinki Club'' NGO. Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I would like to apply for the role of HR & Alumni Coordinator. Firstly this position interests me because I like HR management sphere and want to work right there. I like the idea that continuing on working as an HR coordinator I will be able to further my knowledge getting better and better. I know that basic professional skills I know that an HR Coordinator needs excellent personal relationship communication skills and I am sure that my background would make me a worthy candidate for this position. I am high energy person and love working with people.

My second motive is you. Following EYP Armenia team's activities I want to be a part of that energetic and dynamic team. I would like to share my ideas and resources with your team.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to receiving the approval letter!

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP Armenia is a center of endless opportunities and endless smiles.

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Name, Surname: Ani Hovsepyan Age: 25 years old City: Vanadzor, Armenia Occupation: PhD Researcher, Career Center Coordinator, Lecturer at Yerevan Brusov State University of Languages and Social Sciences, Assistant to General Manager at Yerevan Perspectives International Music Festival EYP Experience: I have been involved in the activities of EYP Armenia since 2014. I have always been interested in the activities of the organization and was not able to join because of some personal reasons. Recently I have been admitted to the IEFA 2015 Organizing Team, but had to give up because of the work and PhD research. Anyway, now I want to apply for a position in EYP, which will be my obligation to be involved in the activities of the organization and have some duties that I need to fulfill.

Experience in the field of the position applying: I have been working at the Career Center of Yerevan Brusov State University of Languages and Social Sciences as a Coordinator since 2010. My main duties and work at the Career Center is connected with the students and graduates of the University, to keep in touch with them, to assist them in their career path, etc.

At the same time I work as the Assistant to General Manager at Yerevan Perspectives International Music Festival and my work there is connected mainly with the HR and communication. Taking into consideration all the facts mentioned above I hope I can contribute to the activities of EYP Armenia.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

As I have mentioned above I have been motivated to be in EYP family for quite a long time, but was not able. Thus, being a board member will "FORCE" me to follow my duties and be involved in the activities of the organization. As a person working with the young people and being young myself, I would like to make some changes and represent EYP worldwide.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP - new horizons, new young "breath", new opportunities for the youth and Armenia in general.

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Name, Surname: Aida Klekchyan Age: 20 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Undergraduate Student of Yerevan State University.

EYP Experience: I am EYP Arnenia member.

Unfortunately I haven't had an opportunity to take part in a lot of events and forums organized

by EYP Armenia for the lack of EYP Experience.

Experience in the field of the position applying: Unfortunately I do not have any experience in the field of the position I am applying for. However I dare to apply for it. I think I would manage to adapt to the new position easily and use my capabilities and skills for handling different issues.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I am applying for this position because I would like gain new experience and cope with a lot of challenges. I believe it will provide an amazing opportunity to develop my skills and be flexible in any situation. Besides I would like to be part of your big and firm family.

I think I am quite responsible and enthusiastic. I don't like to give up or escape from the problems: instead of it I prefer to move on and overcome difficulties. To me everything is possible if you show creative approach to this or that problem.

So it is up to you to vote for me or not. Anyway I am ready whatever your decision would be.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP Armenia is a platform which consists of a number of individual people. Each one is talented and has a great potential to make change in this society. The basis of EYP Armenia is the youth, which makes EYP Armenia powerful and at the same time free in its decisions.

So I am really proud of EYP Armenia, for it makes the voice of the youth be heard in every corner of the world.

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Name, Surname: Margarita Yeghiazaryan Age: 20 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: YSU Faculty of International Relations EYP Experience: 3rd Youth Forum of EYP Armenia FEEl AYSOR Experience in the field of the position applying: The very first thing that comes to my mind while speaking about leadership+volunteering+organizing is my experience in a program which took place in US and Turkey and was held by US Department of State and was aimed at strengthening ArmeniaTurkey relations. Besides being the head of Armenian delegation I used to help in organizing meetings with different senior officials and sport leaders and was running my own blog.

I also deal with the EVS volunteers that work in Armenia. I help them to discover the beauties of Armenia and to promote EVS in different universities and high-schools.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

From my very first day in EYP I realized I wanted to become more involved in it as the idea of EYP seemed to me great. I am applying for this position as I believe I have the required skills .I consider myself to be quite flexible in my approach to my duties and I always seek to achieve high standards in whatever I undertake. I'm well organized and hard working and I'm not a person that fears facing new challenges. I also believe to have a creative way of thinking which help me to make extraordinary decisions .Besides above mentioned, in this period of my life one of my personal goals is self-improvement and I strongly appreciate the role of such volunteer works in this process.

The activities conducted by young leaders always interested me as they are full of new approaches and fresh ideas. I'd like to suggest my own ideas and have my humble contribution in promoting EYP. Previous organizers did a great job and I strongly believe the newly elected ones will follow their example and will stay as cool as the previous ones.

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I promise to do my best and to bring positive energy to EYP and I will highly appreciate your trust in running this field.

Good luck to all of us!

What is EYP Armenia for you?

Opportunities, development, freedom! These are the words that perfectly describe EYP and answer the question we are usually being asked. It's great to know you are a part of a platform which brings young people together and where they are free to introduce their ideas, thoughts and views concerning many different issues and matters.

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Name, Surname: Ivane Yesayan Age: 17 years old City: Moscow, Russian Federation Occupation: Chaykovski music school EYP Experience: Future Organaizer at IEFA and ARES. Experience applying:

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2) learn and start thinking in a new way 3) just be a part of EYP Armenia Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I would like to: 1) get a much closer relationship with the members of EYP 2) just be a part of EYP Armenia 3) I would like to make the activity in EYP more interesting 4) reinforce the concept of EYP family 5) enable a wide selection for EYP members What is EYP Armenia for you?

First of all, it's a big family. For members have the opportunity to develop their skills. A new way of thinking premise. It is the venue for the detection of human abilities. and most importantly, a place where you begin to recognize good people.

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Name, Surname: Hmayak Baghramyan Age: 20 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Student at the Yerevan University/Software Developer at OGMA Inc EYP Experience: 1st NSC of EYP Armenia (Yerevan) Tbilisi University Session 2014 (Tbilisi) 1st Euro-African Youth Parliament (Berlin) Batumi International Forum 2014 (Batumi) Experience applying:

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I’ve participated in 4 EYP sessions and will be involved soon in the first regional session of EYP Armenia as an organizer. It helps me to clearly understand EYP structure and feel spirit of EYP. I’ve done some organizational work at university and at school in the past. Furthermore, I'm working as a developer in a big group and I need to use my organizational skills for my everyday job. I was born and have grown up in Yerevan and I know every single corner in my city, which I think will be helpful for the position I’m applying for.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

My first steps in EYP Armenia family were taken in the 1st NSC, yes, 2.5 years ago. During all these period the EYP has become something which I can’t imagine my life without. EYP gave me new friends, life experience, knowledge, skills and also some new values. I want to see EYP Armenia as thriving and prosperous as possible, and in order not to be just a spectacular I want to make a part of the EYP board and make it happen. So I want to see myself involved in any activity and project. To mention, I'm a mathematician and used to think in a creative way, to find different interesting solutions for the same problem. In my opinion all the mentioned and also my responsibility, organizational skills and enthusiasm are something EYP will definitely need.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

The European Youth Parliament has two sides for me, first it is a unique platform which helps young people gain life skills, connect to their society, gain professional and social skills, create and develop. The key of EYP uniqueness are people: crazy, smart, open for new challenges and experiences. It is pleasure for me to meet EYPers during a session or an event, in the street, in 34

cafes or somewhere else, the feeling that we have the EYP in common, makes us a family. So, second, the EYP is a family, where you teach and learn, give and receive, build up new dreams and make them come true together.

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Name, Surname: Karen Melkomyan Age: 18 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Student EYP Experience: BuS 2014 IEFA 2014 BARCELONA IS 2014 FEEL AYSOR IEFA 2015 Experience in the field of the position applying: I am involved in EYP Armenia already a year and have been a delegate and an organizer. I have gained lots of experience while being an organizer of AYSOR during this year which can be used in the position of local coordinator in order to make the coming EYP year more effective and full of fun. Now I'm one of the Head Organizers of IEFA 2015 and that gave me important skills to be one of the members of the board of EYP Armenia.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Throughout last year I have had my active participation in all the events organized by EYP Armenia. I have participated in organizing several EYP events, including the 3rd Youth Forum to Empower Emerging Leaders (FEEL AYSOR). I am ready to take this responsible position in order to contribute to the further development of EYP Armenia. I believe that my experience and skills make me a strong candidate for this particular position. And I will do my best to accomplish my tasks properly.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP Armenia is a place where you can develop yourself as an individual and as an professional in your field of study. It is an opportunity to meet youngsters from all over the world and have a chance to share knowledge with them. And finally, it is a chance to meet your dreams and get new friends.

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Name, Surname: Mika Melikyan Age: 18 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Student in French University EYP Experience: I was delegate during IEFA 2014, took part in a trip to Lastiver and Kharabakh and was one of the organizers of the forum FEEL AYSOR Experience in the field of the position applying: I have organized several trips to Tsakhkadzor, Dilijan, Gyumri and other parts of Armenia for my class and friends. Also know well Yerevan and Armenia Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I think that my skills would help me to be very good in that field. I am good in communicating with people and organizing interesting events and choosing good spots for them. I already have a little experience in this field.

I think people should vote for me, because everyone wants to have the best events and I promise to do my best.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

For me it is a big family with many bright people who are worth the work that is done for them.

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Name, Surname: Minas Shahinian Age: 23 years old City: Syria Occupation: Both (Studies/job) EYP Experience: IEFA 2014 FEEL AYSOR Experience in the field of the position applying: Because I have good organizational skills and experience, and am good in working n teams. I had the chance to put those skills to work in many occassions and always had successful results i guess ..I have been a board member in AGBU scouts in Syria Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

EYP is the organization that brings together all the good, creative and smart young people. I want to become a board member to have a bigger role in recruiting and working with all those people..I believe they would vote for me, because the majority has seen how good i am in what i do, and they want me to continue working the same way.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

Like before I said: EYP Armenia it's like a home for me and in that home there are my family members :)

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Name, Surname: Anna Mamyan Age: 22 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: MBA student at AUA EYP Experience: 1st NSC of EYP Armenia, Conflict Resolution Conference, 2nd NSC of EYP Armenia, EYP BUS, 75th International EYP Session in Riga 1st International EYP Armenia Forum 76th International EYP Session Barcelona, FEEL AYSOR International EYP Forum

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Experience in the field of the position applying: Currently I work closely under the supervision of PR manager of American University of Armenia. Moreover, throughout my MBA studies I have gained sufficient skills in marketing, communication and strategic planning. I think I have enough potential to effectively work as a PR manager and implement my projects in the scope of EYP Armenia.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Throughout last year I have had my active participation in all the events organized by EYP Armenia. Being in the board of EYP Armenia in 2014, I have witnessed how enthusiastic team of passionate individuals strives to bring change into the Armenian reality. Considering my input in the success EYP Armenia has achieved I would like to continue to be a part of this team.

Since last year I have started a project on re- branding and promoting EYP Armenia on large scale. Thus, I am looking forward to a possibility to realize my prospective project.

P.S. The main reason is that I care about what happens in EYP Armenia FAMILY. What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP Armenia offers an opportunity for young people's voices to be heard. It's a platform where each person can express himself. EYP pushes you to display your individuality and access your knowledge and expertise in decision- making process. I am convinced that EYP is a platform for Future Leaders, who will become the bearers of change in our society.

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Name, Surname: Nare Shahnazaryan Age: 18 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Studying at UFAR (Université Française en Arménie) EYP Experience: I have been selected as an EYP member on September, 2014. I could not realize totally what I would get from this experience. Now I am aware that being an EYP member is both interesting and challenging. I have participated in The 3rd EYP Forum to Empower Emerging Leaders (#FEEL) on “Activate youth for sustainability: obtaining and rebuilding (#AYSOR)”. That was a new opportunity for me. I reckon I will have my investment. A little part of a big world. This is what gave me EYP Armenia Experience in the field of the position applying: Let me illustrate that being a president or a Vice-President is a great pleasure for everyone.

Simultaneously it is a big responsibility. I am really keen on that idea. But that is not the position that I want in actual. As I have pinpointed I am studying at UFAR, the department of marketing and PR is a part of marketing. We are investigating both management and marketing.

This is a huge chance for improving my skills, learning new things in this field and sharing my creative ideas. One of the most essential things is that I am totally ready for this position and I can moonlight my lessons with my job.

As Philip Kotler says: “Marketing is not the art of finding clever ways to dispose of what you make. It is the art of creating genuine customer value.” I am confident about the idea that our main goal is to unite the youth. Thus I will put in a lot of hours to create that customer value, which will contribute to our EYP. Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Greetings dear amazing alumni of EYP Armenia. Thank you for the hard and appreciable job you have done this year. I realize that it was tough but at the same time very enjoyable for each of you. The position that I chose is based on the field that I study. It will be a great practice for me and I will be able to implement my planes connected with EYP Armenia. I wish I were a president as it is "awesome" as our president says, but I can learn and give more in this position.

I sincerely hope that you will make a right choice and will give a chance the one who needs and deserves it. Due to your big efforts today we have a great team, unforgettable background and reliable future.

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What is EYP Armenia for you?

A family, a great united family. Happy moments, unforgettable memories, promising future, new opportunities. I can keep on listing this line, but the most important thing for me in EYP is that we are unique, we are "WE" but not "ME", we encourage each other, we have fun together, we work and we create a better world for us. I can remember the first time when we meet each other after member's election. The first thought that came to my mind was: " OMG, and how they selected me? I am a part of all this!" But now I am sure that nothing was random. I am grateful to EYP Armenia since I am reliant, I believe that I can do much more and I am planning to do my best. I am thankful to EYP as now I have a big friend circle (even in Africa or in Indonesia), I had one of the most original birthdays with approximately 120 people from all over the world. I appreciate the time which I passed during these days. Now it is time to give something to my big family and I am ready for it.

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Name, Surname: Ani Baghdasaryan Age: 19 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: BA in Business 2nd year student EYP Experience: 1st National Selection Conference of EYP Armenia EYP Business Simulation Conference International EYP Forum in Armenia 2014 Thessaloniki International EYP Forum Tbilisi School Session 2015 Experience in the field of the position applying: I won a grant from the United Nations Association of Sweden to implement my own project called "Domestic Violence throughout Teenagers' Eyes". I organized the whole event, which included the promotion of the program, contacting with various non-governmental organizations, inviting guest-speakers, etc.

I also did couple of info sessions about an exchange program "FLEX" at my school and not only.

I contacted different schools to let them know about the dates of the program and helped to organize the exams for the program.

I am also in the PR team for the upcoming International EYP Forum in Armenia. I make arrangements with different educational (both formal and non-formal) institutions to have information sessions about the forum and EYP in general. I also try to contact different international organizations to promote the forum.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I have been in EYP since the very beginning of it, since the very first meeting in 2012 and, since then, it became an inseparable part of my life. Being one of the few, who developed the mission and the goals of EYP Armenia, I feel responsible and motivated to have my contribution in the process of achieving those aims. This is one of the reasons I rarely miss an event organized by EYP Armenia. Being in the board of EYP Armenia will give the chance to have my direct participation in the decision making process and in the development of EYP Armenia, which I am very much inspired to do, especially after the great job done by this year's board, which is again very much appreciated and valued.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

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This is when I am going to say not only the three words that come to my mind while saying EYP Armenia, but all the others I associate with it: lifestyle, friends, community, diversity, awesome, talented, goal-oriented, inspiring, motivating, intellectual, direct response, debates, international, exchange, "dear delegate, please formulate your question", inside jokes, and finally ches kara ases.

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Name, Surname: Anatoli Chernyaev Age: 19 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Junior at the French University of Armenia/Volunteer at PINK Armenia NGO/ Editor at escXtra.com EYP Experience: 2nd National Selection Forum Conflict Resolution Forum 2013 EYP AmAr 2013 EYP BuS 2014 Experience in the field of the position applying: I am currently studying at the French University of Armenia in the faculty of Marketing. Studying and acquiring experience in the field of Marketing gives you enormous opportunities to get proficient in the PR field as well yearning to use your knowledge in the practical area.

I have also been engaged with escXtra.com for almost 2 years writing and editing articles and news across Europe and doing relevant interviews and blogs. Being an editor helps you and requires to be able to be presentable, knowledgeable and, of course, aware of all the things that are happening around, thus, being able to use that all in favor of your aim, which is, first of all, communication.

While studying at Davis and Elkins College in the USA, I had several classes on International Communication and Culture, Public Speaking which are essential in order to be a good presenter of the Brand, which is EYP, in our case.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I am applying for the position first of all because I want to be one of the stakeholders of the amazing work that a group of youngsters once started.

I am hoping to be able to contribute to the development of free and broad-minded generation of youth in our country.

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It is all about motivating people and in the case of EYP, the basis is set up, the continuation leads to the development and it is a sacred work for everyone amongst us to be proudly leading it by developing new strategies and new concepts of what once started as an IDEA. I have been part of EYP Forums and events and gained essential knowledge which is required to be able to comprehend the concept, the structure and to go forward, to be leading and to be winning.

I am a good communicator and have substantial experience in National and International Conferences, seminars and trainings as well as developing programs and strategies for organizations.

EYP Armenia Alumni should vote for me because I am more than confident that I have a word to say in the Board and to present the EYP Armenia in the best way possible.

When I first applied for the EYP AmAr 2013, I had no idea about EYP, but now I do! I want everyone to experience this!

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP Armenia is FAMILY, and when it is about the family, there are no conditions or decided taboos, on the contrary, there is mutual understanding and concession, there is loyalty and devotion. When there devotion, there is will, where there is will, all the insurmountable mountains become attainable prairies.

EYPArmenia is about FRIENDSHIP, and when it is about friendship, there are no side thoughts on consequences or right-or-wrong actions. There is complete understanding and mutual reliability. Friends are together, friends are crazy, that is all we need! What can be easier than this?

EYPArmenia is about LOVE! Unconditional and Amazing!

EYPArmenia is about deadlines :) When I have 4 minutes till the deadline, but I keep on trying to manage!

This is EYP Armenia!

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Name, Surname: Marianna Mezhlumyan Age: 26 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Marketing Communications Coordinator EYP Experience: As an EYP member in Armenia, I was one of the organizers of the 3rd Youth Forum in EYP Armenia - Forum to Empower Emerging Leaders on “Activating Youth for Sustainability: obtaining and rebuilding”. This experience was exclusive in terms of updating and rebuilding my skills as PR and Communications Coordinator of the forum.

The forum took place on 15-17th November, 2014 in Yerevan, Armenia. Around 120 delegates from six continents came together to discuss the specified topics in 5 different committees. My responsibilities were to maintain high media coverage of the forum; write and distribute press releases to targeted media; mediate with a range of media groups aimed at actively engaging young people in the activities organized by EYP Armenia, as well as for keeping them informed of the EYP 3rd Youth Forum, which turned to become unprecedented in terms of its high vision and large scale.

Experience in the field of the position applying: I took my Master’s Degree in the American University of Armenia (AUA).Two years of MA studies (plus additional 2 years of MA thesis research) provided me in-depth knowledge and skills. I have become a skillful communicator and writer in various genres, such as article, press release and newsletter writing, business correspondence, document /case/report writing, research studies and etc.

Currently I am working as a Marketing Communications Coordinator for “Piralyan” LLC, which represents “Roberto” Retail Chain and “Roberto Piraloff” Shoe Factory. In the scope of my responsibilities I organize professional trainings for our shoe designers and modelers given by leading footwear designers arrived from Italy. Such trainings are held on the regular basis (twice in six months). At the same time, I plan, develop and implement PR strategies, campaigns and initiatives to improve public perception of the company. I undertake comparative analysis of the major competitors in terms of media content & coverage. I also mediate with a range of media groups for business offers and cooperation suggestions. I research, write and distribute press releases to targeted media, prepare and supervise the production of publicity brochures, 46

handouts, and promotional materials as well as maintain and update information on the official website and social channels. Developing internal communications is vital, in order to keep employees informed of company activities. Besides, I research consumer markets, monitor market trends, identify and develop business negotiations with potential customers from around the world. I control the process of exporting the products to overseas partners and customers. I also create, develop and maintain e-marketing projects (B2B & B2C marketing), develop and execute strategic business communication with current and new partners and manage business negotiations with them.

During my previous stint as a PR manager in “Rouge Beaute” Perfumes and Cosmetics Retail Chain LLC, I have contributed to the growth of the company by: • Managing the company's publicity strategies & public image • Developing the advertising and promotional programs • Monitoring the cooperation with mass media to promote “Rouge Beaute” LLC • Communicating (verbal/written) with brand representatives (Chanel, Dior, Tom Ford, D&G, Gucci, etc.)

• Supervising correspondence with local & foreign partners • Maintaining the company's official website & social channels • Delegating with various companies for business offers and cooperation suggestions and presenting them to the management • Researching and analyzing data, presenting results, writing reports and making recommendations • Writing press releases, articles and newsletters about the inside events as well as VIP client events • Translating documents (letters, reports, newsletters, press releases) & other files needed • Organizing trainings given by brand representatives for raising brand awareness among beauty consultants • Organizing smooth running of periodical events for Rouge VIP clients – such as new perfume presentations, new store launches, Rouge special anniversaries, etc.

• Developing internal communications to keep employees informed of company activities • Managing special projects of “Rouge” Magazine (press release/photo material supply & translation) 47

• Cooperating with “Cosmopolitan Armenia” Magazine (illustrating the information (press • releases, photos) about the novelties of “Rouge” Stores in Cosmo) Both my current and previous job positions in the field of marketing communications and advertising has shaped me as a team player, forward thinker and problem solver with new approaches to grow. Working out optimal strategies and fulfilling different challenges, I’ve developed strong leadership, managerial and researching skills, gained increased sense of responsibility for committing to high standards.

I would also like to mention my communicative assertiveness in English, Russian, French and Armenian languages. I have advanced knowledge of MS Office package (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point and Publisher); experienced in Adobe Photoshop and Coral Draw programs, as well as in “MailChimp” and “Mad Mimi” Email Marketing Programs. In the scope of statistical programs, I have good command of SPSS package for windows.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Just six months ago, when applying for a membership in EYP Armenia, I mentioned that I had always been looking for possibilities to join the swelling ranks of your "dream team". Now, when looking back, I understand that it is a privilege that I have become a part of your big family. I am very grateful for all I have received throughout these 6 months. At the same time I am very proud for all I have and will invest in my new family. This remarkable trip has been both productive and constructive for me: these months has shaped me both as a person and as a professional, and has led me where I am now.

Words fail me to express the extant of my excitement when I learnt that one of the EYP Armenia Board Members 2015/2016 was meant to be a PR Manager. It was definitely clear to me, that I was to apply for that position (PR manager). I trust that my deep love to EYP Armenia, unprecedented motivation, as well as solid knowledge, experience and due preparedness will become an asset to the progress and growth of my new FAMILY. I also believe that by joining the Board 2015/2016 of “European Youth Parliament” Armenia, I will hold on to and will spread one simple ideology: "Youth for Youth".

What is EYP Armenia for you?

Only THREE LETTERS - EYP...a short abbreviation which makes no odds for a lot of people...yet, not for ME. So, what does these THREE LETTERS mean to me? Well, may my words don't sound too pompous, if I confess that EYP Armenia is the name of a FAMILY that I acquired 6 months ago. So far it has become a place which warms up my sole with breathtaking and unforgettable memories, which always hugs me with its warm and friendly atmosphere, where each and everyone is taken as a family member.

So this is what EYP Armenia is for me!

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Name, Surname: Inessa Manukyan Age: 18 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Student at American University of Armenia EYP Experience: My first experience in EYP started with the Public Speaking Competition, where I'd been presented with my speech about accepting the failure and overcoming it. Consequently, I did formulate 5 steps for completing it. Afterwards, the further development of my EYP life started. I took part in the Cork International Forum (Ireland), where I did learn a lot of new skills and techniques regarding political attitudes, communication, problem solving. My EYP experience continued with FEEL AYSOR, as an organizer in PR and Communication. And today, I am included in the organizing team of IEFA 2015. Overall, I listed the experience I gained from the forums I have been participated in, but in addition, in EYP I am experiencing the great strategies and skills of how to be goal-oriented, confident, creative, smart, as well as how to be a real friend. I think this the experience that each person need to be successful in his/her life.

Experience in the field of the position applying: I study Public Relations at AUA , BA in English & Communication. Although I am yet a sophomore student, I have already gained some experience as a Communication Officer. Since September 2014, • For the 4th International Medical Congress in Armenia I regularly write press releases in English, Armenian and Russian, do translations when required, work with the web-site and FB pages, etc.

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Organizer in the field of PR & Communication in FEEL AYSOR

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Organizer in the field of Communication in IEFA 2015

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Member of AUA newspaper

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

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I show my great enthusiasm toward getting the opportunity to become the Communication Officer in the Board of EYP Armenia for 2015-2016 because the experience I will gain from this position may have a significant impact in the further development of my education and skills.

Since I will get my Bachelor's degree with a specialization in public relations and communications, being a Communication Officer will strengthen my understanding in the field of media. Moreover, the knowledge and experience I managed to get during these 2 years in my university and respectively in other organizations are relevant and correspond to the duties and responsibilities for this position. Finally, it will be a great pleasure and challenge for me to become the board member of EYP Armenia, whose most important goal is to let the youth reveal and express themselves and be able to take part in important decision making processes. I think I am an appropriate candidate for this position, thus I truly recommend EYP Armenia Alumni to vote for me.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

When entered the EYP Armenia, I made my little steps to success. I was given the opportunity to reveal my strengths and weaknesses, abilities and talents. I formed a unique way of thinking and attitude and I felt what do people mean by "youth voice" in real life, because I experienced it. I never thought that besides my family I can have another one. Even at school my teachers and classmates were often persuading that school is our second family or home I never took it seriously, because to me it was nonsense. Today I am able to perceive that every person on this planet can have a significant impact on the society, people and world. I am one of those goaloriented unique individuals. For this way of thinking I appreciate my second big family, EYP Armenia.

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Name, Surname: Marie-Alice Minassian Age: 16 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Ayb High School Student EYP Experience: Delegate at FEEL AYSOR forum Organizer of IEFA 2015 International delegate at the Regional forum in Munster, Germany (will be) And several other non-official gatherings Experience in the field of the position applying: For more than three years I have been managing different facebook pages and groups which were mainly focused around my interests and hobbies but also related to school.

One of the pages I founded with my friends even reached 120 000 likes. I also was a member of my school's (Ayb High School) Media Team and had the opportunity to write several articles about school activity on the school's web page. I have also had a lot of experience with organizing meetings and lectures at my previous and actual schools like the meeting for the info package of IEFA 2015 at AYB or with the famous franco-armenian film director Robert Guediguian.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Although I have not been with EYP Armenia for a very long time, I have grown to love it very much. Ever since the first time I participated in an EYP event I have wished to get involved more and more with it. It may seem odd that a person as young as me compared to the most part of the Alumni is applying for such a responsible and important position but I think I am capable of doing well as a communication officer for EYP Armenia. I have much time on my hands and most importantly the will it takes. I would really like to be the communication officer of EYP Armenia for this year as I find enjoyment in these responsibilities instead of a burden.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP Armenia is in my opinion the most awesome youth organization in Armenia. It’s a place where you can meet with Armenia’s most bright, cool, intelligent, and energetic youths. It’s a place which unlike many others has purpose. It gives you free ground to build your own perspectives about the world using your own mindset, through the means of healthy discussion and of course by guidance from equally if not superiorly intelligent and bright people from all around the world. EYP Armenia for me is the family I have just been born in.

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Name, Surname: Hovsep Patvakanyan Age: 24 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Co-founder of EYP Armenia, Economic Expert at Jacobs, Cordova & Associates EYP Experience: All EYP Armenia Evets (24 projects overall), 74th International EYP Session in Tbilisi, Tomis International Forum in Romania, Thessaloniki International Forum in Greece etc.

Experience in the field of the position applying: Co-Founder of EYP Armenia in 2012; President of EYP Armenia 2014-2015 term; Economic and Stategy Development Expert, Jacobs, Cordova & Associates; Capacity Building Expert; USAID Armenia; Development Associate, UN Association of Armenia; Speaker at more than 36 forums and scientific conferences in 22 countries.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

This will not be a motivation letter, but rather a talk with each and every of you. This will not be a motivation letter, but rather a thank you note to each and every of you who not only has become a part of this family, but also keep it alive and thriving. This will not be a motivation letter where I praise myself, speak of my experience, but rather share with you my plans. In the last year, my primary goal was to make EYP known in the regions and only in December our team reached out the goal, special thanks to our Vice-President on International Relations, Tatev Hayrapetyan. This year, it’s an important year for the implementation of our ambitious plans for EYP Sessions in the regions: to strive for more, to reach out the disadvantaged youth in the regions, and to dare the impossibilities of our society.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

The name consists of two parts “EYP + Armenia” and EYP for me is the way I want to see Armenia: enthusiastic and thriving, not afraid of challenges and always moving forward, unbreakable and unstoppable, to have a say and make its voice heard on the international arena, to have acceptance and respect from all the layers of the society. I won’t speak how much I did for EYP, because one should not be proud of what he did for the things he loves. One does it because otherwise he would not feel complete, doesn’t he? :) And what I got from EYP is every single of you, Alumni and Members.

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Name, Surname: Rima Sargsyan Age: 22 years old City: Jermuk Occupation: Local Activities, HR and Alumni Coordinator at EYP Armenia; Project Assistant at AYLA. EYP Experience: My EYP history started back in September 2012, when I got involved as a member. Since then I never missed any of EYP Armenia projects or events.

More importantly, I became a member of the Executive Board of EYP Armenia as Local Activities Coordinator, and further on as HR and Alumni Coordinator in February 2014, and since then I have had the chance to be in the team leading the organization through its path of development.

Experience in the field of the position applying: I am thoroughly aware of EYPs mission and vision, this is one thing you can`t just learn by reading it stated, but you have to feel it and believe in it. And my vast EYP Armenia experience makes me highly competent for being responsible for the strategy development on behalf and for EYP Armenia. A close insight into all the stages of project implementation, starting from the idea generation till the actual realization is yet another advantage I`ve got throughout the last year. Additionally, I have gained a valuable experience in project proposal writing and dealing with various international grants during my employment at the AYLA for the last 6 months. Overall I am confident my skills and motivation do correspond to the position I am applying for.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

EYP Armenia has been a great example of a thorough path of learning and growing, turning from just a learner to a sharer. It was the perfect platform for me to get to know myself better, to look into my strengths and fears more closely, to revitalize my belief in the power of change. The path leading me up to this moment - writing a motivation to be re-elected to the Board has not been an easy one. It was full of compromises, and sometimes sacrifices, but at the end of the day you just look back and see a huge experience piled with a myriad of wonderful moments and with a stronger motivation to continue to devote yourself to the idea of EYP Armenia, which stands for the most powerful and desired future for me, for my country and for the entire world.

I believe I still have a lot to give to EYP, and I am ready for yet another year of challenges!

What is EYP Armenia for you?

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Before EYP I always thought ''Where do you see yourself in 10 years?'' was the most difficult question. Now I know, it`s not, this one is.

EYP is an inspiration, it`s an immeasurable energy, it`s a whole life.

But for me this saying goes just right. ''Find what you love and let it kill you. Let it drain you of your all. Let it cling onto your back and weigh you down into eventual nothingness''.

Cause after all it`s in that nothingness that we find what is the most valuable to our hearts – people. And coming back to what most importantly EYP is for me – it`s still and it will always be the people that EYP brought into my life and people who became an unbelievably precious family for me.

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Name, Surname: Karapet Gyumjibashyan Age: 24 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: R&D Engineer at SYNOPSYS Armenia, IT Officer of EYP Armenia 2014 - 2105 EYP Experience: 2nd National Selection Conference, EYP Business Simulation Conference, IEFA, AYSOR Experience in the field of the position applying: Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science degree (with honors) from State Engineering University of Armenia, currently studying for Master Degree in microelectronics engineering, 2 years of experience as an R&D Engineer in the leading global IT corporation (Synopsys), 1 year of experience in web design and scripting.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

I am applying to become the IT Officer for one simple reason: I love EYP Armenia and want to see it thriving. If I love someone or something, I do not like to talk about that long but I would rather DO something for it, because actions speak louder than words. I want to spread a word about how great EYP is, make it shine brightly in the internet and attract young, energetic and smart students. I do not pursue any professional interest in becoming EYP Board Member because I am an engineer and it will not help my CV much. Then the motivation for me to apply to the position of the Board Member and dedicate my time and energy to the EYP is simple: I love EYP Armenia and want to see it thriving.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP Armenia for me is the people, the EYPers that it consists of. Nothing else, just that. Take all the young, energetic, smart, bright people out and you'll get nothing. The success of any event, gathering or party we have is based on those personalities that shape it. So nothing else matters to me. EYP Armenia for me is YOU.

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Name, Surname: Vahan Kirakosyan Age: 17 years old City: Yerevan Occupation:Creative director at Dan Photography, student

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EYP Experience: Being new to EYP, I can say that I just love the frendly atmosphere here, and that's what lead me to be part of the "feel Aysor" forum.

And the exciting part of this was, that in this very step in EYP I wasn't just a member, but one of the media team members, moreover, photographer (vidographer). This was the biggest event, but I also took part in some gathering, in the charity concert in aeon anti-cafe. I'm also one of those 3 photographers who run EYP's project "Humans of Yerevan".

Experience in the field of the position applying: THE PASSION OF WHAT I DO! This very moto and the background I have make me apply for this position. Studying general photography, photojournalism, editoral and commercial photography for around 2 years, made me set up "Dan Clay photography" where presently I'm a head photographer and a creative director. I've been working in the administration of Kentron district in Yerevan as a photographer for around a year. I've aso been a volunteer-photographer in "Golden Apricote" film festival. The next destination is EYP I guess.

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

Following the truism "be superior at what you do, or don't do it at all" I'm sure I'll have my big contribution and beneficence in EYP. I think in the avocation of photography except for acknowledging the background, words are baloney... the big substance of what a photographer does, is to see their works, to see their portfolio. I'd love all the members at first to look up my photography page on FB that is "Dan Clay Photography" and then decide whether to vote for me.

What is EYP Armenia for you?

EYP is an oportunity full of people that can change many things. I say can, because we want, because we are motivated and motivational, and because we are a huge family.

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Name, Surname: Gevorg Vardanyan Age: 22 years old City: Yerevan Occupation: Study in UFAR / work as freelancer EYP Experience: Videographer/editor in EYP 3rd Youth Forum in Armenia Experience in the field of the position applying: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUw0D3CNRSo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zzub3LF_P8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgcoBUabAgc

Why are you applying for the position in the Board of EYP Armenia?

My career goal is to participate to similar projects, that will allow me to share my ideas with like minded people and also to gain new skills, knowledge and connections What is EYP Armenia for you?

For me EYP Armenia is a fundament, which can open new horizons for better future.

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