ARMENIAN LIFE: Artsakhi Refugee Camp
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- Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
- We visited an Artsakhi Refugee Camp in Vayots Dzor Province and delivered winter clothing for the children, warm boots, underwear, quilts and pillow (all brand new) bought from the generous donations of our subscribers and viewers. Thank you so much to all who donated and to those who help in so many other ways.
Syunik NGO is overseeing the refugee camp at the "Siranoush" summer camp of the Vayots Dzor Diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Church. There are approximately 45-50 children, plus their parents, grandparents and other adults, totalling between 90 and 120 people at the present time (more expected to come in the future). Their needs are great, starting with psychological support, 3 healthy meals a day, warm clothes etc., and that's just in the short term!
URGENT NEEDS FOR THE REFUGEES:
More warm clothes, boots, underwear and quilts. Mrs Mitch is doing a great job of buying exactly what's needed and all items are brand new.
However, we learnt that the building they're accommodated in, doesn't have proper heating, as it was designed as a summer camp.
URGENT NEEDS FOR THE BUILDING:
1. A diesel generator capable of supplying enough power to cope with all of the energy needs. There is no gas supply in this region, so the heaters are all electric, except for some wood burning stoves.
The approximate cost for a very good generator is 8,000,000 AMD
($20,000 USD)
2. Solar panels. We are still uncertain as to how many are needed, but it would probably be more like a solar farm, located across the road, as the roof isn't able to support the weight of so many panels. We are negotiating with Syunik NGO as to the exact requirement and cost.
We must try to understand that fixing a building is a relatively easy task (albeit expensive), but fixing the traumatised minds and bodies of these poor people is a whole other story. It was heartening to see volunteers from Germany and local people doing their best to comfort and love the children and even provide a birthday celebration for one young mother.
HOW TO HELP:
You can contact me (Mitch) directly via my email:
peter@prayforarmenia.com
I will be happy to answer all of your questions.
You can also contact Len Wicks from the Areni Lodge: arenilodge.com
Len and his wife, Armine are doing wonderful work in Areni and the Vayots Dzor region.
Syunik Development NGO:
syunikngo.am
A WORD FROM OUR LORD:
When asked by one of the Scribes; “Which is the first commandment of all?”
Jesus answered him, “...you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ This is the first commandment. And the second, like it, is this: ‘You shall love your neighbour as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” (Mark 12:28-31)
May the Lord have mercy on our poor Artsakhi brothers, sisters and children and help us to love them as we love ourselves. 🙏
The Landscape is fantastic
@Pfs709...isn't it just!👌
In the darkest times good shines its brightest.
@PoweredEvents...Amen!
Thank you very much for everything you do! God Bless your family and all peace-loving people on the earth.
@karinehakobyan4218...thanks for you kind words, Karine jan. The world can certainly do with large dose of peace right now🙏
God bless Mr and Mrs Mitch and the selfless work you're doing How do we connect with you to help
@vosk5653...Thank you and God bless you also. In the DESCRIPTION under the video, please scroll down until you see "HOW TO HELP"... you'll se my email there, but it's not highlighted. Please write to me and I'll be happy to guide you on how you can help. Which country are you from BTW?
We are planning a trip to Armenië this (European) Christmas to spend it with the relatives during the school holidays. Butt with all that is going on with Azerbeidzjan it does bring us a bit down.
@TheHerald45...don't believe everything you hear about the situation here right now with Azerbaijan. I can tell you that if Sonia and I were able, we'd travel to Syunik region to see our friends right now. Just come over, there's no need to change your plans. It's actually a blessing to have nearly 100,000 extra Armenians here now. Everyone is trying their best to help them and that's a positive thing. Please come🙏
Fiere de mon pays , bonne organisation
How can such a large group apply and receive the € 40 million donated for the refugees by the international countries to the Armenian government? Hopefully that money does not disappear in corrupt government pockets.
The current government isn't corrupt and I would like to see the link about 40 mil.
@ednaantonian8369...which large group are you referring to, Edna jan?
@ednaantonian8369...I think we have to place some trust in our government, Edna jan. Under the old regime, they would not be giving so much money (if any) to each refugee every month. Also, we need to pray for those in authority over us. They have a difficult job to do. No, they're not perfect, but then none of us are! I am pretty sure politicians are not pocketing extra from these donations from other countries. There are too many checks and balances going on these days.
It is disheartening to hear that the new Mayor of Yerevan spent $220,000 of taxpayers money on celebration of his inauguration. Apparently, 50% was spent on decorations and period costumes, while Artsakh refugees are struggling to find their new place. @@B-e-a-r
@@ednaantonian8369 What's is the appropriate amount of my money which should have been spent to not be disheartening from your point of view? Many national deserters... hm, I mean armos drive cars which cost much more than 220k by selling cannabis, but hey, they "earned" it, and the inauguration of the mayor of the capital city is disheartening? Since when are you concerned about Armenians from Artsakh?