PRESS DISTRIBUTION
Date: January 24, 2014
Contact: Linda Yepoyan
[email protected]
ARMENIAN VOLUNTEER CORPS EXPANDS VOLUNTEER POSSIBILITIES
For fourteen years, Armenian Volunteer Corps (AVC) has been the premiere
volunteer organization based in Armenia, customizing job placements for some
550 global volunteers aged 21 and up. AVC volunteers have hailed from the
four corners of the world – 34 countries to date! – with the oldest so far a
dynamic 72 years old!
What you might not know, is that AVC and Birthright Armenia are sister
organizations, housed within the same office suite in downtown Yerevan, both
steadfast on casting a wide net to attract as many volunteers to Armenia as
possible. Whereas Birthright Armenia’s mission is designed for the 20-32 age
bracket and only those of Armenian heritage, the eligibility criteria to
volunteer through AVC is much broader. In fact, AVC runs three distinct
programs, none of which require you to be Armenian:
. AVC’s Volunteer Corps invites volunteers 21 years of age and older,
of all backgrounds from across the globe, to volunteer in Armenia for a
minimum stay of one month up to a maximum of one year, to serve in a job
placement of their own choosing. Internships are available in a wide
variety of sectors and organizations, including business, education,
environment, arts and culture, finance, health, governmental and
non-governmental agencies. In addition to internship placements, AVC
provides all logistical support from airport pick-up, to host-family living
arrangements, Armenian language classes, and more.
. AVC’s Professional Corps program is designed for more mature,
working professionals, over the age of 32, with a minimum of five years’
work experience and a keen desire to share their expertise and make a
difference in Armenia. Professional Corps allows for a minimum stay of two
weeks accommodating those with tight vacation schedules, with the option to
stay on for up to one year. Volunteers work in their designated field of
expertise for 20 hours per week, which allows time for in-country
exploration, excursions, and socializing during their stay.
. For the more adventurous traveler looking for a great alternative to
yet another beach vacation, AVC is set to launch a Voluntourism program, a
new initiative designed to attract more international tourists to experience
the hidden Armenia. Starting this summer, AVC will offer a 10-14 day,
all-inclusive, packaged trip to Armenia that combines unique tourism
activities with rewarding volunteer community service projects. There are so
many still untouched areas in Armenia that offer great ecotourism within
walking distance to historic sites, in rural areas with unique opportunities
to do rewarding volunteer work. Please stay tuned, as the combo packages
will be advertised later this winter on global internet sites and the AVC
web site.
To learn more about Armenian Volunteer Corp visit
From: Baghdasarian