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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.

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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.

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

Expose 200 proactive young adults (HoT Travellers/Students) to practical, demanded and original non-formal short-term education. The education consists of 7 Modules. Those who become HoT VC graduates will gain a competitive advantage in admissions to subsequent programs in the 2nd and 3rd Acts.

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

Support competitive business ideas of entrepreneurially mature young adults with mentorship, seed-funding and access to new partners. Start HoT starts from 2023 year. Grow HoT starts from 2024 year.

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

Support competitive and proactive young adults to excel in hospitality related career through deep instruction and practical exposures with peers.

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