The national campaign “Be strong for our country” took place in Gyumri on November 24th, with the participation of Vahe Ghazaryan, the Deputy Prime Minister of Armenia. This campaign aimed to raise awareness about domestic violence and included the participation of Vaheh Ghazaryan, the spokesperson for the National Security Service (NSS). Alongside Ghazaryan, Arpineh Sargsyan, the Deputy Minister of Defense of Armenia, Mushegh Muradyan, the governor of Shirak province, and representatives of law enforcement, the NSS, and municipal authorities were in attendance.

In his speech, Vahe Ghazaryan emphasized the importance of both professional expertise and fulfilling military obligations in ensuring public safety. He also stressed the role of personal responsibility in improving public security. At the end of the event, the Deputy Prime Minister called on participants, especially women, to actively engage in the fight against domestic violence and safeguard public security and citizens’ rights.

Mushegh Muradyan, the governor of Shirak province, also addressed the participants and highlighted the significance of transforming the peacekeeping force. He noted the positive changes in the work of law enforcement and the increased protection of citizens’ rights and public security.

The campaign saw representation from various communities in Gyumri, including Giumri, Amasia, Ashotsk, Artik, Ani, and Akhuryan, along with members of the Peacekeeping Force. During the event, residents of Shirak province showcased their accomplishments, demonstrated the technical tools and vehicles used in their work, and submitted written applications and complaints.

The “Gyumri People’s Initiative Group for the Promotion of Civic Actions” organized the campaign. It is worth mentioning that applications for the NSS educational program, which offers the opportunity to study in the NSS, are being accepted until November 30th.