I already knew somewhat of what to expect since this was my 4th visit to Armenia. I wanted to learn something new, experience how a landlocked country is thriving and is working to make itself better every day. I wanted to expand my network, meet new people try a new cuisines, and see a different landscape…

I decided to go out of my comfort zone and do something completely different from what I’m used to. Green Lane is the NGO I worked for; we grew organic crops. There is an educational center for sustainable agriculture for those who want to learn how to grow their crops chemical free and be able to sustain themselves.

 

I was actually impressed how understanding and patient my colleagues and co-workers were. I was pleasantly surprised by how simple communication was; the way they transmitted the information to me was very easy to understand.

 

My experience here in Armenia was one that I will cherish forever. I met so many wonderful and interesting people from all around Armenia and the diaspora. It was a great learning experience. I have now added to my portfolio a new skill which is organic agriculture — never in a million years would I have thought of doing something in this line of work! The culture and life here was very easy for me to adapt to;  I enjoyed it all so much so that it came naturally.

Harout Ourichian,