Armenia
A ripple effect that holds back economic progress — growing up poor in Armenia
In 2024, roughly one in five Armenians could not afford minimum food and basic non-food items.
Kushane Chobanyan
Kushane Chobanyan is a journalist and podcaster based in Armenia, with over a decade of experience covering human-centred stories related to conflict, displacement, inclusion, and education. She collaborates with UNICEF Armenia and is the sound producer of the Armav AAC educational app, which supports children with communication challenges. Kushane is also the creator of an animated podcast series that explores the taste memories of displaced people, combining storytelling with audio-visual art to amplify underrepresented voices.
Armenia
Breaking the barrel: Armenia’s quiet wine revolution
Across vineyards and wineries, Armenian women are quietly transforming an ancient craft, bringing precision, creativity, and change to the wine world.
Armenia
Memories on a plate — How a forgotten Armenian village became a culinary destination
After decades abroad, former ad executive Tatev Aghababyan returned to Armenia to build a new life centred on local traditions and ingredients.
Armenia
A world too loud, a boy too bright: living with autism in Armenia
How an Armenian mother turned the challenges of autism into a source of opportunity and created a voice for change.
