PEACE DIALOGUE NGO’S STRATEGY: 2026-2030

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Peace Dialogue is a non-religious, non-political, human rights, peacebuilding NGO, established in 2009 in Armenia. The organization strives to unite experienced human rights defenders and peacebuilding activists in Eastern Partnership countries and Europe with the aim of promoting human rights protection and peaceful settlement of conflicts.

The organization operates at the local, regional, and international levels.

VISION:

The vision of Peace Dialogue is the establishment of peaceful and democratic societies grounded in the supremacy of rights and the rule of law.

MISSION:

In conflict and post-conflict environments, through its initiatives conducted locally, regionally, and internationally, Peace Dialogue endeavors to make meaningful contributions to:

Forming multi-dimensional dialogue,
Protecting human rights,
Cultivating a culture of peace and fostering peace movement,
Nurturing respect for democratic values,
Facilitating the development and fortification of democratic institutions,
Avocating for the interests and rights of conflict-affected groups.

The strategy is informed by comprehensive analyses conducted by the Peace Dialogue team, aiming to shed light on:

Political and civil developments in Armenia following the 2020 Armenian-Azerbaijani war, Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, and the resulting geopolitical shifts;
Ongoing challenges related to human rights protection and the country’s democratization trajectory;
Political and civic dynamics, as well as the challenges and opportunities for peacebuilding and human rights advocacy, in conflict-affected countries across the Eastern Partnership region.

Particular attention was given to the challenges faced in the Lori region—especially in Vanadzor—and to the needs and interests of local residents in the areas of human rights, democracy, and peacebuilding.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES:

At the local, regional, and international levels, the initiatives undertaken by Peace Dialogue NGO are aimed at:

Protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms,
Ensuring equal participation of women and men in political and civil processes,
Supporting democratic reforms and enhancing public oversight in Armenia,
Establishing civilian oversight over decision-making processes of state institutions,
Fostering mutual trust and dialogue within Armenian society and among post-conflict and conflict-affected countries in the Eastern Partnership region; reducing militarization, nationalist and patriarchal tendencies; promoting counter-narratives; challenging gender stereotypes; and increasing gender sensitivity,
Protecting the rights and interests of conflict-affected individuals, including families of those missing during the Karabakh wars, former prisoners of war, ex-servicemen, and refugees,
Building resilience against hybrid threats to democracy, human rights, and national security in Armenia,
Developing and strengthening proactive civil society, human rights, and peacebuilding capacities,
Supporting initiatives with significant civil, social, and political impact.

STRATEGIC THEMATIC AREAS (2026–2030):

From 2026 to 2030, Peace Dialogue will focus on the following strategic areas:

⇒ Human Rights and Democracy

Promoting democratic values, safeguarding human rights, and fostering inclusive governance.

⇒ Culture of Peace and Conflict Transformation

Cultivating a culture of peace through dialogue, nonviolent conflict resolution, and reconciliation efforts.

⇒ Community Development and Civic Engagement

Empowering communities through capacity building, participatory development, and active civic involvement.

⇒ Resilience to Hybrid Threats

Strengthening societal resilience against hybrid threats targeting democracy, human rights, and national security.

To realize the strategic objectives outlined above, the organization prioritizes the strengthening of its team and the enhancement of staff capabilities.

METHODOLOGY:

Human rights monitoring,
Provision of egal advice and assistance,
Documentation of human rights violations,
Media engagement and communication,
Exchange of experience and best practices,
Capacity building through formal and non-formal education,
Development and dissemination of policy frameworks and concepts,
Lobbying and advocacy efforts,
Collaboration with state institutions,
Networking,
Establishment of dialogue platforms,
Promotion of international cooperation.

TARGET GROUPS:

State institutions, including the National Assembly,
Civil society,
Expert community,
Media representatives,
International structures and organizations (e.g., the European Union, Council of Europe),
Combatants and their family members,
War-affected populations, including families of individuals missing during the Karabakh wars, former prisoners of war, former servicemen, refugees,
Relatives of servicemen who died in non-combat conditions,
Representatives of civil societies from post-Soviet, post-conflict, and conflict-affected countries,
Adolescents, youth, and older individuals residing in various regions and settlements of Armenia,
Peace Dialogue’s staff and volunteers.