Hagop Makdis, a participant of the 2021 iGorts program which places Diaspora Armenian professionals in the RA Government, joined the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports. Hagop, who is a body language expert and trainer at the American International Center, a lecturer at the Public Administration Academy of the Republic of Armenia, and a non-formal education expert, is one of the most active participants in the 2021 iGorts program.

His next meeting was at Yerevan State University, where he introduced YSU students to the benefits of recognizing body language, the secrets to understanding politicians’ gestures, and mechanisms for effective communication in stressful situations.