Once again AGBU Germany took an active part in the ACT program with our member Marianna joining as one of the 13 volunteers, who traveled from France, the United States and Germany. The group visited the regions of Armavir, Shirak and Kotayk where they distributed hundreds of food boxes and kitchen utensils to displaced families from Artsakh or those who lost family members during the war. Additionally, the volunteers organized a fun-filled day of games and gave gifts to over 150 children in the city of Hrazdan. During this day, they also distributed hundreds of winter clothes to the families attending.
Furthermore, the volunteers had the possibility to meet the representatives behind the community centers where the help was provided to acquire a more serious understanding of the situation on the ground. The AGBU ACT program is not only a great way to give back to Armenia when only having a short period of time in the homeland but also a chance to get to know Armenia in a different way than you would as a simple visitor – the program makes it possible to create a special connection with your motherland and your fellow Armenians.
AGBU Germany appreciates the continuous work of all ACT volunteers and their invaluable help in supporting those in need, and is grateful to AGBU Armenia for the professional organization on the ground. AGBU Germany is proud to be part of the AGBU ACT program and is looking forward to being a lifeline to the people in Armenia and Artsakh in future relief projects.