tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761857469157760955.post345102204607051862..comments2023-02-14T19:11:32.849+04:00Comments on Making Connections: Civil Society and NGOs in ArmeniaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752958049808789376noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761857469157760955.post-17094085553353319322013-04-24T13:32:47.283+04:002013-04-24T13:32:47.283+04:00I meant to ask you: for how long will you be in Ye...I meant to ask you: for how long will you be in Yerevan? I might be able to recommend particular apartments as I know a few people who rent lovely apartments on or near the streets I mentioned. I would also recommend taking a look at Airbnb to get some idea of what's out there. Contact me via Twitter and I'll send you more details :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04752958049808789376noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761857469157760955.post-6718857936132692102013-04-24T13:29:52.459+04:002013-04-24T13:29:52.459+04:00Hi Rai,
First of all, my apologies for the long d...Hi Rai,<br /><br />First of all, my apologies for the long delay in responding to your comment. I don't have a good excuse other than that I wanted to respond to it when I could devote my full attention to compiling a lovely response, except of course that time never comes, does it? We lead such busy lives these days that taking a moment to fully concentrate on a task seems like a luxury. In any case, I'll refrain from rambling further and get to the point: In Yerevan, I would recommend living anywhere central. Highly prized addresses include those on Abovyan St., Sayat-Nova Ave., Teryan St., Tumanyan St., and Mashtots Ave. Of course, these are the major streets in downtown Yerevan and you might prefer smaller, quieter streets. Either way, I would suggest you stick to central Yerevan. If you look at a map of the city you'll see there's a ring road around it. Look for a place to live inside that concentric circle. The access to green space is a bit tougher as there is less and less of it in central Yerevan. Still, you can find some places with a yard.<br /><br />As for your comparison with Salt Lake City, you'll realize soon enough that Yerevan is worlds apart: there isn't so much a division of neighborhoods as there is of downtown vs. periphery. And at the end of the day, regardless of where you live, everyone goes downtown for shopping, food, cafes, parks, etc. So I'd stay stick with somewhere central :)<br /><br />Hope this helps!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04752958049808789376noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761857469157760955.post-69656491605600610262013-04-01T01:58:15.773+04:002013-04-01T01:58:15.773+04:00Hi Adrineh - I just stumbled upon your blog becaus...Hi Adrineh - I just stumbled upon your blog because I'm Google-stalking Armenia at the moment. :) I'm moving there in August. <br /><br />I work with an NPO in the US - our work being to increase access to education for children in Liberia, Pakistan and Tanzania. It's a tricky sector, really, because as you say, it's dependent on donors. But, at the very least, NPOs and NGOs can try to involve the local communities in all decision-making, promoting sustainable approaches to development and ensuring buy-in from the communities... but that's idealistic, too, I realize. I think globalization is actually going to be the catalytic factor in the 21st century. As wifi thrives in the developing world, I think more 'from-within' initiatives will be launching - at least that's the hope.<br /><br />So, as I said - I'm moving there in August and I need some insider tips on choosing housing in the city. I wonder if you can recommend any streets/neighborhoods that should make my top 5 list. I am coming from Salt Lake City, UT - but I am one of the liberals. ha! I know how a neighborhood can make or break a living experience. I live on the best street in SLC - 800 East near the 9th and 9th neighborhood; a walkable neighborhood with coffee shops, bakery, neighbors that garden in their front yard, LGBTQ allies, democrats, Obama fans, dog lovers, 'Whole Foodies', etc. In Utah - those are all 'must haves' for me. So - any tips for me? My new employers are looking for places based on some criteria, but I told them I'd like to have a final vote - natural light, quiet and potential easy access to green space are high on my list of desirables. <br /><br />Cheers,<br />Raislcpinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03516674151875539233noreply@blogger.com