Breaking gender stereotypes
Introducing exciting podcast series "I Am Here" produced by FemInno in 2024, as part of the Council of Europe’s project Ending Violence Against Women and Promoting Gender Equality in Armenia.
The podcast series captivate the stories of women who overcame societal limitations, succeeded in unconventional professions and share their insights on resilience and determination.
The opinions expressed in the podcasts are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of the Council of Europe.
Meet Anahit Petoyan, who is forging her path as a nuclear criminologist and radiation safety junior specialist. As a young woman in a field that’s rare and challenging, Anahit shares her inspiring journey into this profession, the challenges she faces, and what it means to break barriers in a male-dominated industry. Here is a story of passion, resilience, and dedication!
Lilit Petrosyan is a resilient talent recruitment specialist who has faced the challenges of blockade, the conflict and displacement but never gave up on her dreams. In this episode, she talks about her journey, the hurdles she overcame, and how she continues to move forward with strength and determination after losses and heartache. Hear this inspiring story of courage and perseverance!
Diana Khachatryan is a fearless pilot who defied expectations to pursue her passion in aviation. Hear how she took on this bold and responsible profession, the challenges she faces daily, and how she manages to balance her personal life. Tune in to hear about Diana’s inspiring journey in the skies and beyond!
Meet Lika Zakaryan, a courageous journalist and documentarian, who was one of the only civilian girls remaining in the conflict zone during the 2020 hostilities to document and present to the international community what she saw with her and with the eyes of others. Hear how Lika chose this profession and how she is in the place she always imagined. Listen to this episode full of bravery and passion!
Introducing social ads that challenge outdated stereotypes. Removing gender roles allows everyone to pursue their passions freely and fosters equality.
The social ads were produced by Boon TV as part of the Council of Europe’s project Ending Violence Against Women and Promoting Gender Equality in Armenia.
The opinions expressed in the social ads are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of the Council of Europe.
What do you see when you look at someone's shoes? From high heels to sneakers, we often fail to see the person beyond the first glance.
Stereotypes prevent us from seeing people for who they are!
Have you ever found yourself thinking that certain items carry a specific gender? Objects in Armenian do not have gender, just like they shouldn't in our minds. Stereotypes often impose unnecessary limits on our opportunities and choices.
Stereotypes limit our opportunities!
Removing gender roles allows everyone to pursue their passions freely and fosters equality.
Let’s choose who we are on our own!
Introducing inspiring stories of resilience and success of women from Shirak through series of 18 TV programmes by the regional channel - Shant TV, as part of the Council of Europe’s project Ending Violence Against Women and Promoting Gender Equality in Armenia.
The episodes showcase extraordinary women who have defied stereotypes and achieved remarkable success against all odds. These stories also feature women who, despite facing war and displacement, found new beginnings in Shirak. They’ve redefined their futures, built thriving businesses, took on leadership roles and brought recognition not just to themselves but to their cities, villages, and communities.
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The opinions expressed in these materials are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of the Council of Europe.
The history of Armenian women challenging outdated stereotypes and addressing historical narratives was often over looked. These narratives were reexamined, revealing the true and diverse contributions of Armenian women, and challenging the misconceptions that persist today and reshape our attitudes. For too long, Armenian women's roles have been confined to traditional domestic spheres.
Here are some highlights:
- In early 20th century remarkable Armenian women were speaking out for women's rights through the press reflecting on what qualities should an Armenian woman have in order to voice her opinions on women's rights.
- The educational direction should be the same for both genders. If we strip both genders of their inherent instincts, they are both human, and they are both the same.
- How women's participation in politics has transformed over time and what is the growing impact of women in broader societal activities?
- Changing role of women in the labour market. How women’s participation in the workforce has evolved over the years - from past challenges to present achievements, see how far women have come and what is still ahead in the journey toward workplace equality.
The initiative was made possible by Paradigma Educational Foundation as part of the Council of Europe project Ending Violence Against Women and Promoting Gender Equality in Armenia.
The opinions expressed in these materials are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of the Council of Europe.
