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.
Invest in people and empower them for positive change in their lives and environment.
A world where all people live in harmony with both society and the environment.
Innovation, Competence, Accountability, Relevance, Education
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.
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).
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.
Organization of 7-day summer camps aiming to provide psychosocial support, skill-building, and integration activities for 120 youth aged 12-18, split into two groups of approximately 60 participants each, from local communities and displaced individuals from Artsakh.
For the first time, the New Year’s Fair in Dilijan showcased not only businesses from the Tavush region but also entrepreneurs from Artsakh, who are building new lives in the area. Held on December 8 at the Dilijan Community Center, the fair featured a variety of startup ventures and established business projects displayed across two spacious halls. Each of the five Artsakh businesses that participated in the “Menq & Moonq” program stood out with unique branding elements such as logos, packaging, and visually appealing designs.
On November 30, a Signature event in the scope of the Menq & Moonq program took place in Dilijan, Tavush region, for 9 Artsakh women and their children. During the craft workshop, which lasted more than three hours, women collaborated with a trainer to decorate a tablecloth spread across a large communal table. Many participants reminisced about their experiences with embroidery, while others were introduced to needlework for the first time.
