Pari Louys With Paros

Wake up to the sweet smell of soorj and learn about different regions in Armenia as we give you a quick dive into life throughout the country. Pari Louys with Paros is your connection to the motherland, where we will learn, grow, and better Armenia, together!

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Episodes

Wednesday Aug 21, 2024

They say 60 is the new 50 and our guest today is the perfect example that age is just a number! 
To celebrate Paros Executive Director, Peter Abajian's milestone birthday, we are raising $50,000 to go towards Debi Arach Children’s Center Operating Budget! 
 
Learn more and donate here: https://parosfoundation.org/donations/50k-for-60-years/

Wednesday Aug 07, 2024

It’s a rare occurrence to look at your clothing label and read “Made In Armenia”. Our guest Ashod Spendjian, and his family, with deep roots in the apparel industry, have set out to change this. With an untapped potential, Armenia is poised to deliver high-quality apparel that could be in your cart the next time you go shopping. Listen as Ashod explains this goal and how they are setting out to achieve it. 
 
Learn more about Lorens NYC here: https://www.lorensnyc.com/

Thursday Jul 18, 2024

Armenia’s border villages serve as a buffer between the country and most of the time it’s not-so-friendly neighbors. Life can be particularly difficult in this region, but with a vibrant border, Armenia is much stronger. That is why Jean-Marie Atamian and his family have set out to improve the prosperity on the border. 
 
Learn more about the Atamian Family's most recent impact and some of the previous work they have done in the Tavush region:
https://parosfoundation.org/two-new-families-move-into-new-homes-in-nerkin-karmir-aghbyur/
 
https://parosfoundation.org/investing-in-education-on-the-border/
 
https://parosfoundation.org/donations/sjshhatfwiozdaxh-3-2-6-2-2/
 
https://parosfoundation.org/6140-2/
 
 
 

Wednesday Jun 26, 2024

Since 2002, Unison NGO has been dedicated to creating a more equitable world for people with disabilities and special needs in Armenia. Through their advocacy, specialized programs, and support, they have fostered a community that continues to make a positive impact for all. Special guest Armen Alaverdyan, Executive Director of Unison, shares about their important impact over the last 20+ years. 
 
Learn more: https://www.unison.am/
Listen to the Paros Chamber Choir: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5xN3iKIwizI3bOQ3UjPOKg
 
 
 

Wednesday Apr 17, 2024

Visiting Armenia can be a life-changing experience, and for many, it kickstarts a passion to get involved and to make a difference. This was the experience of our guest, Wendy O’Neil, who jumped with both feet in at the chance to make a difference in the lives of many. Here is her story. 
 
Learn more and donate to Debi Arach: https://parosfoundation.org/donations/daopbud2024/

Wednesday Mar 27, 2024

 As the diaspora figured out how to mobilize help, one Armenian parish in Greater Boston got to work. Rallying support, collecting items, and personally distributing to over 1,000 refugees in Armenia is no small feat. Here is the first-hand recount from Der Vasken and Yeretzgin Arpi Kouzouian who helped lead the charge and personally deliver these items throughout Armenia. 
 

Wednesday Jan 10, 2024

In 1993, a group of passionate Armenians knew they could make a positive difference by bringing together their resources and love for Armenia. That is how Developmental Services for Armenia came to be. Our guest, Raffi Bilemjian, walks us through how the foresight of a few passionate individuals has created lasting positive changes for Armenia for over 30 years. 
 
Get in touch: 
info@developmentalservicesarmenia.org
 
Follow on Instagram @DSAorganization

Artsakh Refugee Crisis

Thursday Sep 28, 2023

Thursday Sep 28, 2023

The mass exodus from Artsakh has begun, and while the fate of our brothers and sisters there remains uncertain, one thing for sure is that thousands of refugees are arriving in Armenia in need of food, shelter and basic necessities.  This humanitarian crisis has begun.  
 
Learn more and contribute to the Artsakh Refugee Support Fund here: https://parosfoundation.org/donations/artsakh-refugee-support-fund/

Day 272 of the Artsakh Blockade

Saturday Sep 09, 2023

Saturday Sep 09, 2023

For 272 days the Azerbaijan Government has illegally blockaded 120,000 men, women and children who call Artsakh their home. This illegal action has led to widespread malnutrition, economic disaster, and even most recently death. Join us as we discuss what is happening and how it is impacting the people of Artsakh.

Wednesday Aug 09, 2023

Farming is such an essential part of life in rural Armenia. But how sustainable is this type of growing? Remote villages with a lack of access to resources like water or the correct landscape may have difficulty producing crops. That is where systems like ponics come in. They provide a more efficient way to farm, with often a higher yield in a smaller growing area. Join us as we discover the magic of this growing system that has proven effective in Armenia with MAquaponics co-founder, Kirk Wallace.

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