The demand for skilled craftsmen in the Vayots Dzor region has significantly increased in recent years, spanning sectors from construction to manufacturing. In response to evolving local labor market needs, the Community Development NGO has implemented a professional welding training program for young people in the region.

The primary objective of the program was to equip participants with practical, job-ready skills within a short period, enabling them to acquire an in-demand profession and secure employment within their own communities. Throughout the training, participants not only learned the fundamentals of welding but also gained hands-on experience in real working environments.

The program was delivered by licensed and experienced specialist Valer Hovhannisyan, who shared both his technical expertise and practical knowledge with the participants.

Upon successful completion of the three-month training, participants were awarded certificates and provided with essential welding equipment: an important foundation for their professional development. Equipped with these skills and resources, graduates are now well-positioned to work in local workshops, participate in construction projects, or establish their own small businesses.

The program was initiated by the Community Development NGO, with the support of Bread for the World, within the framework of the project Improvement of Income Possibilities in Rural Areas.