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Who we are

Development Principles is a local non-profit organization that has been successfully operating in Armenia since 2004. 

We are committed to the economic and social development of rural communities in Armenia by improving family livelihoods and empowering youth through education and provision of resources. Our programs aim to provide young people with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed, fostering innovation and leadership for a prosperous future.

Since 2015, the DP NGO is the program successor of the Armenian Branch of Heifer International, a US-based international charity organization that has worked in 125 countries and 38 US States to end hunger and poverty worldwide.

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DP Cornerstones

Mission

Invest in people and empower them for positive change in their lives and environment.

Vision

A world where all people live in harmony with both society and the environment.

Values

Innovation, Competence, Accountability, Relevance, Education

HoT ACADEMY

HoT Academy is a journey in 3 Acts

Act #1. HoT Virtual College /
Learn HoT from real life

Introduces 200 proactive young adults (HoT Travellers/Students) to practical, in-demand, and innovative non-formal short-term education through 7 comprehensive modules. Graduates of HoT VC gain a competitive edge when applying to subsequent programs in Acts 2 and 3.

Act #2. HoT Business Incubator /
Make HoT Idea Happen

Supports innovative and competitive business ideas from entrepreneurially mature young adults through mentorship, seed funding, and access to valuable partnerships. The incubator consists of two phases: the Learning Phase (StartHoT), and the Implementation Phase (GrowHoT).

Act #3. HoT Professional Incubator /
Make HoT Career Happen

An educational journey designed to develop and enhance the professional skills of proactive young adults in modern marketing disciplines. The program unfolds in three phases: Learning, Learning by Doing, and Learning by Sharing with a strong focus on peer-to-peer collaboration.

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Latest News

Eight Artsakh Entrepreneurs Brought Creativity to the Syunik New Year Fair

Eight start-up entrepreneurs from Artsakh showcased their unique products at the Goris New Year Fair on December 21, held at the Impact Hub Center in Syunik. This opportunity was part of the Menq & Moonq program’s “Support to Artsakh Businesses” initiative. Before the fair, participants completed online marketing and entrepreneurship training, where they worked on improving their projects and highlighting their strengths.

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December 27, 2024

From Artsakh to Dilijan: An Entrepreneur’s Bread-Making Journey

Sevak Harutyunyan, a participant in the Menq & Moonq program’s “Support to Artsakh Businesses” initiative, has turned his passion for baking into a new beginning in Dilijan after being displaced from Stepanakert, Artsakh. Together with his family, he founded “Dedo, Babo” bread production and embraced the challenges of starting over.

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December 20, 2024