Unzipped comments on the award of three prizes recognizing human rights advocates in Armenia [1]. The award ceremony, attended by US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, honored Artur Sakunts, whose office was recently attacked by nationalists [2], Tsovinar Nazarian, who campaigns against hazing in the military [3], and Epress, an online publication. The blog also notes that, following the firebombing of D.I.Y. in the Armenian capital [4], a prominent LGBT activist and the owner of the gay-friendly bar were also invited to attend the ceremony [5].
Armenia: U.S. Honors Human Rights Advocates
· Written by Onnik Krikorian
Categories: Central Asia & Caucasus, North America, Armenia, U.S.A., Freedom of Speech, Human Rights, LGBTQ+, War & Conflict