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Between law and love: Understanding adoption in Armenia

Armik GrigoryanSeptember 23, 2025Last Updated: September 23, 2025
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Children from the Fridtjof Nansen Children's Home in Gyumri, Armenia (Photo via Facebook)

Adoption is a complex process with profound effects on both children and parents. In Armenia, it is governed by specific laws and accompanied by psychological challenges that require careful consideration and public awareness. This article aims to provide an overview of the adoption process, presenting official data, exploring the legal framework with expert commentary and addressing the psychological impact on children and families. 

Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs

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Armik GrigoryanSeptember 23, 2025Last Updated: September 23, 2025
3 5 minutes read
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Armik Grigoryan

Armik Grigoryan is a freelance journalist from Yerevan. She studied at the Department of Journalism at the Armenian State Pedagogical University. Grigoryan has deepened her knowledge through various educational programs, including a three-month course at Factor TV. She has also participated in more than 10 professional training sessions and completed internships at leading TV stations in Armenia. Currently, she works in TV. Grigoryan enjoys writing about social issues, human rights, culture and arts, as well as tourism.

3 Comments

  1. Thank you for the thorough information. It is good to know that the Armenian Government has made strides to improve the adoption process. Some of us in the US diaspora were lucky enough to adopt an Armenian child over 25 years ago. It wasn’t an easy process but it was well worth the effort!

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