Psychological support for Armenian refugee populations in the Lori region

In the fall of 2023, more than 100,000 civilians fled Nagorno-Karabakh following a new offensive by Azerbaijan. Among them, many families found refuge in the Lori region of northern Armenia. While their basic needs (housing, healthcare, food) have been partially met, mental health remains a major challenge. The trauma of exile, the violence of the events they have experienced, and the uncertainty surrounding their future leave pregnant women, young mothers, children, and adolescents particularly vulnerable to profound psychological suffering.

Present in Armenia since 2001, the Pain Without Borders association has launched a psychosocial support project in the city of Vanadzor and the surrounding rural areas. Deeply rooted in the local community and staffed by an experienced team, the association offers tailored support to various vulnerable populations.