February 25, 2010 - 19:33 AMT
New social and education program “Step ahead” starts in Armenia


On February 27, a 3-month “Step ahead” is starting in Yerevan. It’s elaborated by methodologists from Poland, Latvia and Brazil. Within the framework of the program, 45 students from different Armenian schools will be able to participate in 12 practical trainings, developing various skills such as time management, finance and other resource management, establishment of constructive relationships. It will also help the children broaden their outlook and develop sense of responsibility.

Duration of the program is 3 months. A three-day conference will end it. Training languages will be English, Russian and Armenian. The students will gain practical knowledge as well as attend theatre, factory and have a tour.

“Our program will enable the children to learn easier by using theory in practice,” said Natalia Niemets, co-author of the program. The program initiator is Eurasia International University.