Yntsa

SOCIAL-SPIRITUAL-PSYCHOLOGICAL CENTER

In Christian understanding, feelings of love, compassion, and kindness toward one's neighbor set a person on the path to perfection and help them grow closer to God. According to the Gospel, our neighbor is the one who needs us and the one who selflessly cares for us (Luke 10:30–37).

Inspired by this understanding, during the critical times for Artsakh, when the region was under a complete blockade and struggling to preserve its existence at all costs, the "YNTSA" Social-Spiritual-Psychological Center was established on September 9, 2023, under the blessing of His Grace Bishop Vrtanes Abrahamyan, Primate of the Diocese of Artsakh. This initiative was founded by a group of Christian residents of Artsakh to unite all devoted individuals willing to contribute ideas, financial resources, or moral support to meet the needs of fellow citizens in distress, working collaboratively with other key actors in the social protection system.

However, the horrors of the blockade culminated in the September war, bringing new devastation, challenges, and numerous additional problems.

After the forced displacement of the people of Artsakh, the center's volunteers, alongside many compatriots, relocated to the Republic of Armenia. There, they continued dedicating their time, skills, and efforts to alleviate the pain of loss, provide comfort, and support the psychological recovery and empowerment of the people.

The center operates primarily through programs, some initiated independently and others in collaboration with various public organizations and other stakeholders in the social sector.

These programs aim to address the primary needs of vulnerable groups, including psychological, social, spiritual, cultural, and educational initiatives.

Charity is a manifestation of love for those in need, as mercy is regarded as an expression of perfect behavior, a lifestyle pleasing to God, for which He rewards.

“For there will always be poor people in the land. Therefore, I command you to be open-handed toward your fellow Israelites who are poor and needy in your land.”

— Deuteronomy 15:11