Strategic Development Agency NGO

🔵#LDASN2 Within the framework of the "Livestock Development in Armenia: South-North 2" project, jointly with the representatives of the "Center for Agribusiness and Rural Development" (CARD) Armenian Foundation, the working team of the "Strategic Development Agency" NGO, headed by the project manager Vahe Hovhannisyan visited the enlarged Vardenis community of Gegharkunik province on June 28. More at: https://lnkd.in/dk44UVpp 🤝“Livestock Development in Armenia: South-North 2” project is implemented by “Strategic Development Agency” NGO and financed by the Austrian Development Agency, the operational unit of Austrian Development Cooperation.

🟣#LILA During the study and experience exchange visit to the Republic of Moldova, paid within the framework of #LILA "Living Landscapes for Market Development in Armenia" and RECONOMY "Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness" projects, our delegation visited leading wineries and tourist destinations on June 18-24. Château Vartely Winery is a modern winery aiming to combine “old world” and “new world” techniques in wine making, whilst focusing on local grape varieties. In 2021, Château Vartely winery launched light projections on the barrels describing the legend of wine through animations making the wine culture interesting for people of all ages. Crama Mircești has quickly gained recognition as a symbol of modern winemaking in the region. The winery has embraced innovative techniques, making it stand out among small wineries. The historical significance of the area, particularly Mircești village, combined with its excellent terroir, provides the ideal conditions for producing wines with distinct character. Asconi Winery is a family business, which aims at producing the best possible wine, using the latest technology, whilst maintaining the traditions of the local people. Hill and Valley Complex, a family owned and operated eco farm and vineyard located only 30 minutes from Chisinau offering rest and relaxation. Their mission is to provide modern facilities to modern families and to provide farm-to-table food in a sustainable environment supported by the local community to facilitate and encourage entrepreneurship and innovation. The Camping pe Toloaca (glamping area) is the place where you can see the most spectacular sunrises. The village has become a place of attraction for tourists who choose to discover new places and go hiking. In the "Pe toloacă" campsite you can rent tents or set up your own. In fact, "Pe toloacă" is almost a glamping (glamour+camping), thanks to the good conditions and services present here. 🤝LILA project is funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), and implemented by the WWF Caucasus in Armenia (WWF-Armenia) in partnership with the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO. Berkri Gastro Yard & Guest House  KRYA Wines  #Areni1Cave scientific - research foundation  #OldBridgeWinery, Bed & Breakfast  #ARENIWINEART SkyAgro Armenia

🟣#LILA On June 18-24, during the study and experience exchange visit to the Republic of Moldova, paid within the framework of #LILA "Living Landscapes for Market Development in Armenia" and RECONOMY "Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness" projects, our delegation, met with the representatives of the sectors offering tourism services and experiences in the southern regions of the country.  🏞 "Lake Beleu" nature reserve. The lake is the largest in Moldova, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its rich biodiversity and conservation. The purpose of the visit was to learn about the experience of organizing tourism in the protected area and contributing to nature conservation as a result.  🏘 DMO, Lunca Prutului office, where the #LILA and #RECONOMY projects were presented. During a workshop and discussion with businesses on digitalisation, the importance and relevance of the development of tourism in the southern regions of Moldova, including nature-based tourism, community involvement, as well as the digitalization of sectors were highlighted.  🍯 Conacul Mierii Honey Farm and Guest House, a great destination for honey lovers who are also interested in beekeeping and agro experiences. Here, the working team got acquainted with the entire process of beekeeping and honey production, which is considered as an interesting touristic experience for visitors of the south.   🤝LILA project is funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), and implemented by the WWF Caucasus in Armenia (WWF-Armenia) in partnership with the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO. #Berkri Gastro Yard & Guest House #KryaWines  #Areni1Cave scientific - research foundation   #OldBridge Winery, Bed & Breakfast  #ARENIWINEART  SkyAgro Armenia

🆕 Within the framework of the "Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness" (RECONOMY) project, the delegation of the "Strategic Development Agency" NGO, led by project manager Mher Sahakyan visited to Moldova on June 18-24. On June 24, the delegation had a meeting with the partner of the project, “Moldova Organic Value Chain Alliance” executive director Vadim Curmei and the project manager Natalya Papuc. A wide range of issues related to the services provided within the project were discussed during the meeting, and contracts were signed with a number of local experts. 🤝 “Digitizing sectors for competitiveness” project is implemented by the Strategic Development Agency NGO under the support of HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation — the cooperating partner to Sweden’s government agency for development cooperation (SIDA).

👩💻#RECONOMY On June 20, within the framework of the "Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness" (RECONOMY) project, the delegation of the "Strategic Development Agency" NGO, led by project manager Mher Sahakyan, visited the Moldovan Association of ICT Companies (ATIC). The delegation discussed the current projects, as well as the initiatives that have an impact on policy advocacy in the sector, the possibilities of cooperation within the framework of RECONOMY's "Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness" project with Ana Chirita, the Director of Strategic Programs of the Association. 🤝 “Digitizing sectors for competitiveness” project is implemented by the Strategic Development Agency NGO under the support of HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation — the cooperating partner to Sweden’s government agency for development cooperation (SIDA).

🌐 On June 20, within the framework of the "Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness" (RECONOMY) project, the delegation of the "Strategic Development Agency" NGO, led by project manager Mher Sahakyan, met with the Faculty of Economics of the State University of Moldova in Chisinau. The sides discussed a wide range of issues related to the higher education, the programs implemented by the university aimed at capacity building, possible cooperation within the RECONOMY project with the participation of the university's tourism department and the National Association of Domestic and Inbound Tourism of Moldova, "ANTRIM". 🤝 “Digitizing sectors for competitiveness” project is implemented by the Strategic Development Agency NGO under the support of HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation — the cooperating partner to Sweden’s government agency for development cooperation (SIDA).

🏭 Representatives of the MAVETA project partner colleges visited the "Marianna" dairy products factory Within the framework of the "Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia" (MAVETA) project implemented by the "Strategic Development Agency" NGO, a group of teachers and students from partner colleges visited the "Marianna" dairy products factory on June 24. 🥛 The students and teachers of the "Milk and dairy technology" department, accompanied by the quality manager, made a tour to the factory and got acquainted with the milk processing technologies and the laboratory examination procedure, the methods of cheese, ice cream and other dairy production. "Milk and dairy technology" profession is taught in colleges with dual education system, as part of the MAVETA project. 🤝 The MAVETA project is funded by a broad coalition of international and local organizations led by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), including the Austrian Development Agency, the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Government of Armenia, the Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) NGO, Izmirlian Foundation, the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO and Vanand Agro CJSC. The project’s implementing partners are the GIZ and HEKS/EPER with the involvement of SDA and the School of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences at the Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL).

#RECONOMY Within the framework of the "Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness" project, the "Strategic Development Agency" NGO’s team met with Elena Stepanov, the executive director of ANTRIM, National Inbound and Domestic Tourism Association of Moldova in Chisinau on June 23. The sides discussed the possibilities of using digital tools and innovative technologies in the field of tourism, training of specialists and increasing competitiveness through non-formal education, and collaboration within the RECONOMY project. A memorandum of cooperation was signed at the meeting. 🤝 “Digitizing sectors for competitiveness” project is implemented by the Strategic Development Agency NGO under the support of HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation — the cooperating partner to Sweden’s government agency for development cooperation (SIDA).

👩💻 Two-day training on VET sector coverage On June 22-23, within the framework of the "Modernizing Vocational Education and Training in Agriculture in Armenia" (MAVETA) project implemented by the "Strategic Development Agency" NGO, a training was held in Tsaghkadzor with the participation of journalists covering the VET sector and representatives of partner colleges of the project.   Anna Poghosyan, the organization's communication and gender specialist, presented to the participants of the two-day training the features of VET coverage, particularly from the perspective of promoting the involvement of women and vulnerable groups.   Lilit Beglaryan, VET consultant at the Strategic Development Agency NGO gave general information to the attendees about the goals and current activities of the MAVETA project.   On the second day of the training, expert Artur Baghdasaryan presented the strategy of dual education, the VET system, mass media monitoring results, and the peculiarities of VET institution pages in social networks.   In their speeches, the representatives of VET institutions referred to the professions taught with a dual educational approach, the experience of cooperation with private sector partners.   During an interactive discussion, journalists and college representatives raised their concerns and issues related to the work of respective fields, as well as opportunities for cooperation. 🤝 The MAVETA project is funded by a broad coalition of international and local organizations led by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), including the Austrian Development Agency, the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Government of Armenia, the Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) NGO, Izmirlian Foundation, the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO and Vanand Agro CJSC. The project’s implementing partners are the GIZ and HEKS/EPER with the involvement of SDA and the School of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences at the Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL).  

#RECONOMY The "Strategic Development Agency" NGO’s "Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness" project team, which is on a working visit in Moldova, on June 19 met with the representatives of the Moldavian Professional School N2 (VET school) in Chisinau. 🔰 The sides discussed the issues in the field of vocational education, the scope of cooperation, the needs of the Moldavian side and the possibilities of support and exchange of experience within the framework of the RECONOMY project.