A delegation led by Minister of Education, Sport and Youth of the Republic of Cyprus Athena Michaelidou, who is in Armenia on an official visit, undertook a series of informative and substantive visits to several educational and cultural institutions. Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Armenia Krystyna Tatarian accompanied the high-level guest during the visits.
Strengthening Educational and Research Cooperation at Yerevan State University
The delegation's first stop was Yerevan State University (YSU). During a meeting with YSU Rector Hovhannes Hovhannisyan, the parties discussed prospects for strengthening bilateral ties, conducting joint research projects, promoting academic exchanges between students and faculty members, and establishing an Armenian Studies Centre or chair at the University of Cyprus.
Exploring Armenia's Youth Policy Experience in Tsaghkadzor
The Cypriot delegation also visited the “Alternative” Youth Centre in Tsaghkadzor. The guests were introduced to the Centre's activities, modern facilities and educational and recreational programs, and highly appreciated Armenia's experience in fostering young people's potential and helping them develop their talents.
Visit to the TUMO Centre
The delegation led by the Cypriot Minister of Education, Sport and Youth also visited the TUMO Centre for Creative Technologies to learn about Armenia's successful model of non-formal education. The delegation was introduced to the Centre's activities, ongoing educational programs, innovative technological resources and infrastructure.
Minister Michaelidou also met with young people attending the TUMO Centre, spoke with them and took an interest in their interests and aspirations.
Discovering Armenia's Centuries-Old Cultural Heritage
To gain insight into Armenia's rich historical and cultural heritage, the delegation also visited the Matenadaran – the Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts.
Minister Athena Michaelidou and the members of the delegation viewed the museum's permanent and newly opened exhibitions, exploring exceptional exhibits of Armenian manuscript art.