2020

In August 2020, the International Republican Institute (IRI) conducted a survey across Armenia to understand public opinion on topics including human rights and hate speech, with a specific focus on social media. The findings provide government officials, political parties and citizens with insights into the priorities of Armenians. Methodology The survey was conducted on behalf of IRI’s Center […]

In a recent study titled “Gender-Biased Sex Selection in the Republic of Armenia,” key findings were presented to stakeholders and the general public. The research aimed to assess the attitudes and behaviors of 18-49-year-old women, and their family members, regarding sex-selective abortions in Armenia. The research was conducted in June 2022 using a combination of

In September 2020, the International Republican Institute (IRI) conducted a survey across Armenia to understand public sentiment on women’s political participation and domestic violence in the country. The findings provide government officials, political parties and citizens with the insights needed to effectively address the public’s concerns regarding these issues.   Methodology   The survey was conducted on behalf of IRI’s Center for Insights

In an effort to gauge public sentiment on important women’s issues, including political participation and domestic violence, a significant survey was conducted by the International Republican Institute’s (IRI) Center for Insights in Survey Research in collaboration with Breavis. The survey was conducted between August 29 and September 09, 2020, employing phone interviews with respondents selected

When one hears the name “Paris”, the iconic image of the Eiffel Tower often springs to mind. While the city has a rich heritage and a wealth of cultural and historical layers, it was the giant steel structure temporarily built for the 1889 World Exhibition that became the symbol of Paris.  Many tourist destinations have

73% of Yerevan residents regularly visit parks, but few people recognize the importance of green zones for the city. Parks are not only places for exercise and relaxation, but also for meetings. For the city, it is equally important that its residents maintain good health and strong social ties with fellow community members. As a

Safety is one of the crucial indicators defining the quality of life. A city may possess green recreational spaces, a well-established public transportation system, lucrative employment opportunities, and a vibrant cultural scene. However, the residents will not be happy if their lives, health, and property remain at risk. What does safety mean from the perspective

March 8 is celebrated in many countries around the world as International Women’s Day, which grew out of the women’s struggle for gender equality almost 2 centuries ago. Women have long been able to not only achieve this goal (at least in many countries around the world) but also to prove that their competencies are

In recent years many in Armenia celebrate the book giving day. It’s curious: what percentage of Armenians reads printed books? As a result of Breavis’ research, it turned out that 32.8% of Armenians reads printed books: Interestingly, the percentage of female book readers is twice higher than that of male readers, respectively 41.9% vs 23.4%.