Purpose

To serve as the official multilateral engagement arm of the Hye Diaspora Congress, representing Armenian diaspora interests within international organizations, multilateral institutions, and global governance frameworks.

Mission

To advance Armenian national and diaspora priorities by engaging constructively with international organizations, United Nations bodies, multilateral institutions, and global civil society, through structured representation, policy engagement, and programmatic cooperation.

Vision

An Armenian diaspora that is institutionally present, respected, and effective within the global multilateral system—actively shaping international agendas rather than reacting to them.

Why This Department Matters

In the modern world, global decisions are increasingly made in multilateral forums.

Without organized multilateral engagement:

• Armenian issues remain invisible in global policy spaces
• International standards and norms are shaped without Armenian input
• Opportunities for global cooperation, funding, and protection are lost

This department ensures that Armenian diaspora interests are embedded within international institutions, not addressed only after crises occur.

Multilateral presence transforms national concerns into international responsibility.

What We Do

The Department of International Organizations & Multilateral Affairs coordinates the Congress’s engagement with:

• United Nations agencies and bodies
• International and regional organizations
• Multilateral development and humanitarian institutions
• Global policy forums, coalitions, and networks

All engagement is conducted:

• In alignment with Congress policy positions
• With professional documentation and reporting
• In coordination with diplomacy, legal, and advocacy departments

This department represents the diaspora as a serious, organized, non-state institutional actor.

Core Areas of Work

1. Multilateral Representation

We organize and coordinate:

• Participation in UN and multilateral sessions
• Representation in international forums and conferences
• Formal engagement with international secretariats and committees

Representation is institutional, not individual.

2. International Policy Engagement

We contribute to:

• International policy discussions
• Norm-setting processes
• Human rights, humanitarian, cultural, and development agendas

This ensures Armenian priorities are reflected in global standards.

3. Programmatic & Grant Cooperation

We engage in:

• Joint programs with international organizations
• Multilateral grant and funding mechanisms
• Cross-border initiatives and partnerships

Multilateral cooperation expands scale and sustainability.

4. Crisis-Related International Engagement

We coordinate international responses related to:

• Humanitarian crises
• Human rights violations
• Cultural heritage protection
• Regional and global security concerns

This work is closely aligned with legal, humanitarian, and diplomatic efforts.

Key Portfolios

This department operates through the following specialized portfolios:

• United Nations & Multilateral Institutions
• International Policy & Norm-Setting Engagement
• Multilateral Programs & Grants
• Global Partnerships & Coalitions

Each portfolio ensures structured and effective engagement within a specific layer of the international system.

Flagship & Innovative Programs

UN & Multilateral Engagement Program

Coordinates structured engagement with UN bodies, agencies, and international institutions.

International Policy Submissions Initiative

Prepares and submits policy papers, reports, and statements to multilateral forums.

Global Grant & Program Partnership Unit

Identifies and manages multilateral funding opportunities and joint programs.

International Crisis Response Coordination

Aligns diaspora action with international humanitarian and legal mechanisms during crises.

Who This Department Is For

This department actively engages with:

• International organization professionals
• UN and multilateral policy experts
• Human rights and humanitarian specialists
• International development practitioners
• Global governance researchers
• Diaspora professionals working in international institutions

How This Department Serves the Global Diaspora

• Elevates Armenian issues to global decision-making platforms
• Creates international accountability for rights and protections
• Unlocks access to multilateral resources and partnerships
• Strengthens Armenia–Diaspora global integration
• Positions the diaspora as a contributor to global governance

This is where diaspora presence becomes multilateral influence.

Get Involved

Multilateral institutions are shaped by people with expertise, patience, and professionalism.

If you have:

• Experience working with international organizations or NGOs
• Background in global policy, development, or humanitarian work
• Interest in representing Armenian interests in multilateral spaces

👉 We invite you to join us.