I Have Fundamental Disagreements with the Ongoing Political Processes in Our Country: Hovhannes Ghazaryan Resigns as Executive Director of 'My Step' Foundation

Hovhannes Ghazaryan has announced that he is stepping down from his position as the executive director of the 'My Step' charitable foundation. On his Facebook page, he wrote: 'In accordance with my application submitted on December 1 of this year, I am ceasing my activities as the executive director of the MY STEP charitable foundation as of today. I want to express my gratitude to our benefactors, supporters, and partners for effective cooperation. Special thanks to my team for their dedicated and professional work.'

'During my two years in office, we managed to develop and implement programs that stem from the real needs of our country and offer systemic solutions. I am convinced that such programs are the only way to solve specific problems and move in accordance with the times. This has been made possible thanks to the dedication and efforts of people endowed with the highest professional and human qualities. Today, that path is interrupted. My decision is conditioned and justified by my views on state development, future-oriented programs, and professionalism.'

'Fully understanding the imperatives of the day, I am convinced that we cannot allow ourselves to abandon the agendas and development programs that connect us with the future, which are guarantees of our long-term security. Yes, as a citizen of the Republic of Armenia and as an Armenian, I have fundamental disagreements with the ongoing political processes in our country, with the justifications brought to the agenda regarding the created disaster. On November 16, in response to the situation, I made a statement that you can familiarize yourself with here.'

'The severe days we have experienced this year and are still enduring have highlighted the gaps in our country, the shortcomings in governance, and have revealed problems that have accumulated over the years. Sadly, we have paid too high a price for our mistakes and omissions. For the sake of the heroically fallen, for the sake of our grieving mothers, for the sake of our children, for the sake of our nation and future, we must live and build a resilient and viable state. Now, more than ever, we must rise from our kneeling position—boosting our scientific and educational potential, relying on information and technological advances, and most importantly, leveraging our potential for unity. This is the only way to leave a strong homeland for our children. I am hopeful that with like-minded individuals we can bring it to life.'