SWV co-founder

Anna is a woman human rights defender, woman activist advocating for gender equality and long lasting peace. In 2001 she co-founded a civil society organisation ''Society Without Violence'' (SWV). She was the initiator of formation of coalition ''To Stop Violence Against Women'', Armenia, promoted the establishment of “Women In Black”, worldwide known women peace builders' movement to Armenia and further expansion to South Caucasus region. Currently, she is the co-founder of ''Women's Solidarity Fund'' (WSF)/UK and Development Manager at International Gender Studies Centre (IGS), at University of Oxford, UK. Also she is working towards her doctoral academic degree in women's studies from Oxford University, UK.

SWV co-founder/current CEO

Norair Arutshyan is the co-founder of SWV. For the whole time of SWV existence he directly coordinated executive staff work. Implemented dozens of projects and was responsible more than 100.000 Euro budget annually. He is a feminist activist and an advocate for gender equality in educational systems which the main pillar of the SWV. He currently serves as the CEO of SWV. As the ultimate executive head of the organisation he ensures the smooth SWV operation.

In 2014 Lilit founded the Relief Bridge Foundation in Vanadzor, Armenia and the Kamurdsch- Brücke e.V. Association in Berlin, Germany. Both organizations have the mission to reduce financial barriers for patients from Armenia with chronic or life-threatening diseases and to promote public health in Armenia. She serves on the boards of the two organizations since their foundation. During 2014-2016 Lilit served as the president of the Society for Orphaned Armenian Relief (SOAR)-German e.V. that provides humanitarian aid to Armenian orphanages. Lilit is passionate about women’s rights and gender equality. She has recently joined SWV as a board member and will contribute her expertise and knowledge to continue SWV legacy.