Hello! I'm Shoushan Keshishian from Beirut, Lebanon.

I received my M.A. in Post-War Recovery Studies with distinction from the University of York, UK, where I was also an Al Tajir scholar.

My specialization is peacebuilding and development, and I have conducted research on the nexus between these two fields in Artsakh, Kosovo, and Sri Lanka.

As an iGorts fellow, I am placed at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in the multilateral policy and development cooperation department, where I implement my research, writing, and communication skills as an International Cooperation Expert.

In my spare time, I enjoy exploring the museums of Yerevan and the great Armenian outdoors.

News and announcements

Sunrise Stepanakert Closing Ceremony

07 August 2022

Sunrise Stepanakert, a multimedia art festival that took place in Artsakh, was a success.

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Sunrise Stepanakert Opening Ceremony

04 August 2022

For the second year in a row, our 2020 iGorts participants Shoushan Keshishian from Lebanon and Lilit Akopian from Russia organized the Sunrise Stepanakert multimedia art festival.

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Closing of the Sunrise Stepanakert Festival

06 July 2022

The Sunrise Stepanakert Festival turned the city of Stepanakert into a bright city of culture, smiles, and bonds for 10 days.

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