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What we do

“EU4Dialogue: Support to Conflict Transformation in the South Caucasus and the Republic of Moldova” is an EU-funded initiative, implemented by the UNDP. It is one of three components (Component 2) of the EU Regional “EU for Dialogue Programme”, which seeks to support conflict transformation in the Eastern Partnership region.

UNDP-led component aims to contribute to building a durable foundation for conflict transformation and social cohesion by creating better socio-economic conditions and improving human security for conflict-affected communities. In Armenia, the target population includes conflict-affected communities at large, including those hosting displaced persons from Nagorno Karabakh; persons displaced from Nagorno Karabakh and border communities under stress;

The project’s main geographical focus is on four bordering marzes of Armenia: Syunik, Vayots Dzor, Gegharkunik, and Tavush. The project implementation period is 2021-2025. 

The project consists of two main groups of activities: 

  1. A competitive grant scheme to support CSO-led initiatives and peer-to-peer expert exchanges aimed to improve living standards for conflict-affected communities through an upgrade of local infrastructure, promotion of socio-economic opportunities and enhancement of human security in Armenia; and

  2. A flexible facility designed to promote resilience building and thus conflict transformation by delivering supplies and works that will address current and emerging vulnerabilities related to livelihoods, service delivery, access to utilities, etc. in Armenia. 

The overall goal of the project is to establish a durable foundation for conflict transformation by improving socio-economic conditions and enhancing human security in conflict-affected communities. The project engages directly with communities in breakaway areas where feasible, while also addressing the broader needs of conflict-affected populations across all four contexts, including refugees and individuals displaced by conflict, communities near contested borders and boundary lines, and, where relevant, conflict-affected societies at large.

All activities are designed to promote gender equality and enhance opportunities for children and youth, contributing to long-term, inclusive progress.

Some results so far

  1. The project supported 23 subprojects from local CSOs, comprising a mix of “soft” and “hard” grassroots initiatives. These aimed to improve living conditions, promote socio-economic development, and enhance human security in conflict-affected communities, reaching over 7,000 beneficiaries in settlements adjacent to the borderline.
  2. 155 electric shepherd fences were provided to 53 settlements across 10 enlarged communities, improving pasture management, protecting animals from accidental border crossings, and benefiting approximately 40,000 people.
  3. 25 settlements in bordering communities of Syunik, Gegharkunik, and Vayots Dzor marzes were provided with 10 kW PV panels and 5 kW storage batteries, benefiting over 37,000 people.
  4. 120 solar water heaters were distributed to refugee households, shelters, kindergartens, medical centers, and other community facilities, benefiting more than 2,500 people.
  5. 78 solar LED streetlights were installed in communities, improving living conditions for approximately 2,000 residents.
  6. Over 1,100 refugees (150 families) received furniture, appliances, and kitchen supplies, addressing their housing needs and improving their living conditions.
  7. About 5,000 people in 10 conflict-affected communities in Syunik and Gegharkunik marzes now have improved livelihoods and enhanced human security through rehabilitated potable and irrigation water networks. Interventions included the provision of water pipes and pumps, construction and renovation of regulating ponds, and the establishment of external supply networks integrated with green technologies.
  8. Three youth centers were established and equipped, fostering youth engagement and skill-building in 12 settlements, benefiting a combined population of over 20,000 people.
  9. 36 refugees received small grants to create income-generating opportunities.

  10. Two youth camps were organized, engaging 40 young participants who developed practical skills in leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

 

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