Works of Love Educational Foundation

Every scholarship has a face. Here are the stories we are proud to share.

I am Hermine Sayiyan from Artsakh, Stepanakert. Until 2023, I lived in Yerevan, as I was studying at Yerevan State Medical University, while my family home was in Stepanakert. Following the events of 2023 and the displacement from Artsakh, my family and I relocated to Abovyan, in the Kotayk region of Armenia, where we have been living ever since.

Last year, thanks to the support of the Gortsq Siroy Foundation, I had the opportunity to improve my English proficiency by participating in a B2-level English course at the American University of Armenia. Currently, I am continuing my studies at the C1 level within the same program, once again sponsored by the foundation.

As a future physician, achieving a strong command of English is extremely important. The knowledge and skills I have gained through these courses already allow me to read and understand professional medical literature more easily. In the future, they will also help me to take part in specialization and training programs abroad.

My name is Raya Shekyan, and I am from Artsakh. I am a cardiologist and currently do my residency at Erebuni Medical Center. I am deeply passionate about becoming a skilled and compassionate doctor. Throughout my studies, I have developed a strong interest in patient-centered care, always aiming to make patients feel comfortable, understood, and supported.

In addition to my medical education, I have also invested time in improving my English language skills. I had the valuable opportunity to attend an English course that was fully supported. This experience was truly transformative for me. During the course, I learned a great deal, not only improving my language proficiency but also gaining knowledge and skills that I am certain I wouldn't have acquired without this program.

The course exceeded my expectations in every way. It was engaging, well-structured, and incredibly enriching. I was exposed to new ways of thinking, improved my communication abilities, and became more confident in using English in both academic and everyday contexts. Moreover, one of the most meaningful aspects of this experience was the opportunity to meet new people. I built new friendships and connections that I truly value, and these relationships made the learning process even more enjoyable and memorable.

Overall, this journey has been an important part of my personal and professional development. I am grateful for the opportunity and proud of the progress I have made.

I am Elen Amirjanyan, from Artsakh, Shushi, where I lived until the war in 2020. Following the war, my family relocated to Stepanakert, while I continued my studies in Yerevan. After the tragic events and the loss of Artsakh in 2023, my family was displaced to Armenia, and we are currently residing in the city of Ashtarak. In 2025, I graduated from the Faculty of General Medicine at Yerevan State Medical University, and I am currently enrolled in the Internal Medicine residency program at the same university.

I place great importance on proficiency in English for my professional development. It enables me to access professional literature, as well as to participate in various seminars and training programs both in Armenia and abroad.

Thanks to the "Works of Love Foundation", I have already completed the General English Level 2 course and am currently continuing my studies at Level 3. This opportunity plays a significant role in enhancing my knowledge and skills. I am deeply grateful to the foundation for its support and trust.