Chai Khana Print Book
Chai Khana Print Book

In the Hands of Women

Author: Nelli Shishmanyan

05.03.15
Edition: Gender

For centuries, the role of women in Armenian society was limited to raising children and dealing with everyday problems. Now much has changed, and women have become more independent

Lia Osipyan, a botanist-mycologist, Dr. in Biological Sciences, professor, a member of National Academy of Sciences of Armenia, a distinguished scientist of Armenia.
Zaruhi Postanjyan-MP in the National Assembly, an active participant of activist movements.
Shake Havan-Karapetyan-The CEO of “Artbridge”cafe-bookstore.
Hranush Hakobyan-The Minister of Diaspora of RA
Vane Gharakhanyan-A gold medal winner in swimming in many local and international championships.
Nazik Avdalyan-World weightlifting champion (2009), was awarded the "Service to the Motherland" 2nd degree medal.
Lilit Asatryan-The founder and president of Young Women's Association of Armenia NGO. In 2003-2005 she was the vice minister of Culture and Youth Affairs, and since 2004 she is the representative in the European Steering Committee for Youth (CDEJ). She received numerous awards throughout her career.
Anahit Bakhshyan-MP of the National Assembly of Armenia in 2007- 2013. She is constantly engaged in social activities and supports Armenia citizens in different issues.
Mariam Yesayan - The CEO of ‘Aregak’ UCO. ‘Aregak’ is considered to be one of the largest companies in the credit sector. Yesayan is also a member in the Board of Directors of Eastern Europe and CIS countries Microcredit center (Warsaw, Poland).
Rita Sargsyan-The First Lady of the Republic of Armenia
Sona Hovhannisyan - Hover Chamber Choir, conductor. Тhe choir has participated in international competitions and festivals and gained international recognition.
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