Pink Armenia

Location: Armenia

Focus: LGBTQI human rights in Armenia

Website: https://www.pinkarmenia.org/

Pink (‘Public Information and Need of Knowledge’) Armenia are an advocacy organisation that raises public awareness about sexual and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS and equal rights for LGBTQI people in Armenia. 

The pandemic prompted consecutive lockdowns and widespread restrictive measures in Armenia. In September 2020, war broke out in Nagorno Karabakh. Pink mobilised resources to help people fleeing the violence.  They collaborated with the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs on hotlines and other activities to sustain those affected by the pandemic and by the war. This situation has exacerbated existing social issues, particularly affecting LGBTQI people. Pink continued to offer social, psychological and legal support to the community. 

In 2020, GiveOut’s grant helped Pink to open a new office, which serves as a community centre. It is a vital space for the community where people can be themselves. Despite setbacks, Pink’s advocacy efforts in 2020 have reaped improved partnerships with state agencies and other stakeholders. They are now looking to expand their activities geographically.

In 2021, GiveOut’s grant will support Pink’s core costs as they implement their new strategic plan for 2021-2023. The plan includes researching public perceptions on LGBTQI issues, implementing advocacy and protection of LGBTQI people’s rights, and strengthening Pink’s capacity to ensure its sustainability.

GiveOut is a charity registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales (Registered Charity Number 1176434).