Armenia has faced decades of socio-economic challenges, including conflict, natural disasters, and significant migration, which have disrupted education and labor markets. Hosted by the Miassine Foundation, GAN Armenia focuses on providing skilling, work-based and lifelong learning, with special attention to conflict-affected populations.
Launched
2025
Hosted by
Miassine Foundation
Focus areas
Digital Skilling
Social Inclusion
Policy Advocacy
Green Transition
Hospitality
Key Achievements
- Partnered with GAN Global and the City of Geneva to improve school-to-work transitions.
- Launched a House for Apprentices, providing access to digital skilling, as well as vocational and apprenticeship opportunities.
- Hosted Best Apprentices Ceremony in Gyumri, celebrating excellence in culinary arts, hospitality, and digital skills.
Publications
Improved Labor Integration of Vulnerable Youth in Armenia through Apprenticeship (Rapport intermédiaire)
This report from Armenia examines the role of WBL in supporting vulnerable youth and rebuilding resilience.
Quality Apprenticeship in the Shirak Region – Final Report (2023–2025)
This comprehensive final report documents the evolution and achievements of the Quality Apprenticeship in the Shirak Region project (2023–2025), supported by the City of Geneva and implemented in partnership with the Miassine Foundation.
GAN Armenia is set to transform vocational education by leveraging local resources and international expertise. We are dedicated to equipping Armenians with the skills needed for long-term success.
Astrig Marandjian
President and Founder
There’s no place where we can come, see each other, talk, tell each other how the days are going. I don’t remember the last time I attended a concert, a theatre performance, or a movie. Here, I live again.
Svetlana
82 years old, on why she is a part of the intergenerational club at the House of Apprentices
I can confirm that a tremendous amount of work has been done. I’m sure it will be not only a pleasant place for the community but also a good place to work. I hope the training programs will continue for all beneficiaries.
Christian Desprès
Member of the SPFA (French-Armenian Protestant Solidarity) Association, on the opening day of the House of Apprentices
