November 04, 2026 at 13:57 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY
Through workshops, research presentations, film screenings and exhibitions, we created spaces for exchange and reflection on Armenia's environmental challenges and the connections between biodiversity, communities, cultural heritage and democratic governance
November 03, 2026 at 11:52 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Yerevan
at halfway mark, countries double down on global nature targets, adopt nearly 50 decisions to strengthen science, support implementation and pave the way for accelerated biodiversity action
October 31, 2026 at 20:57 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Gegharkunik
Satik Badeyan, a representative of Sevan Community in Gegharkunik Region, highlighted the priorities for the conservation of Lake Sevan․ Armenia’s main freshwater basin, Lake Sevan, is currently facing serious environmental pressures as a result of climate change and human activities
October 31, 2026 at 19:39 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Vayots dzor
Hayk Isakhanyan, a representative of Yeghegnadzor Community in Vayots Dzor Region, presented the community’s biodiversity, opportunities for developing local economies through agrobiodiversity, existing challenges, and recommendations
October 31, 2026 at 17:00 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Yerevan
Hambardzum Matevosyan noted that approximately 50 decisions had been adopted at CBD COP17
October 30, 2026 at 22:49 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Tavush
Ecotourism can become not only a means of developing tourism but also a tool for financing biodiversity conservation and promoting community development
October 29, 2026 at 20:16 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Vayots dzor | Yerevan
The screenings were attended by members of Armenian and international organizations, environmentalists, civil society representatives, and residents of communities affected by the Amulsar gold mine development project.
October 27, 2026 at 23:22 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY
The complaint identifies several major risks to biodiversity
October 27, 2026 at 17:05 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Yerevan
The results of the first week of the 17th Conference of the Parties to the CBD COP17 were summarized during a press conference held in the Blue Zone on October 26
October 27, 2026 at 01:59 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY
Bringing the issue of Amulsar mine development into the context of COP17—the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity—and screening the documentary mark an important milestone in bringing environmental concerns from the local level to the international stage
October 26, 2026 at 23:10 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY
The draft law concerning the subsoil use sector endangers local democracy and restricts community rights in favor of the mining business
October 26, 2026 at 13:26 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Lori
Daily contact with nature has revealed worrying trends. Experience in wild-plant harvesting has shown that changes in precipitation and humidity patterns are directly affecting plant growth cycles and quality
October 24, 2026 at 00:09 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY
More than 80 representatives of civil society, environmental organizations, and Indigenous Peoples from around the world have signed a joint letter calling on the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity to protect protected areas and areas under conservation status from extractive and large-scale industrial activities
October 23, 2026 at 23:19 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Vayots dzor
Jermuk Community was represented by Tehmine Yenokyan, a Gndevaz resident and President of Green Armenia NGO. In her speech, she addressed the community’s vast natural resources, which are now under threat from Amulsar gold mining project
October 23, 2026 at 08:00 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY
We invite media representatives, CBD COP17 conference delegates, and all interested individuals to attend the screening of the film "More Precious Than Gold: The Price of Amulsar" and the subsequent open discussion, taking place on October 24 from 15:00 to 16:00 in the Blue Zone of COP17.
October 22, 2026 at 17:40 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Lori
Anush Sargsyan, Administrative Head of Debet settlement in Pambak Community, Lori Region, presented the interconnected and vital issues of forest ecosystem conservation and community well-being
October 22, 2026 at 17:11 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY
UN Special Rapporteur Michel Forst presented the international mechanisms for the protection of human rights defenders. He reminded that his mandate is based on Article 8 of the Aarhus Convention, which is legally binding and strictly prohibits states from penalizing or persecuting persons exercising their environmental rights. Armenia joined the convention in 2001, assuming direct obligations.
October 22, 2026 at 16:58 | COP 17 THROUGH THE EYES OF CIVIL SOCIETY | Ararat
Tigran Matevosyan, a representative of Armash settlement in Ararat Region and President of “Armash Rural Communities Support and Development Center” NGO, presented a development model for Armash.
