By bringing these experiences to the stage, Lanterns of Silence honored the suffering of families while celebrating their resilience and dignity. Around 80 family members attended the performance, including relatives of those who had gone missing at the beginning of the conflict in the 1990s. They were joined by representatives of local municipalities, central authorities in Yerevan, members of the diplomatic and international community, as well as local media.
The ICRC has been working with families of missing persons in Armenia and around the world for decades. It continues to advocate for the families’ right to know the fate and whereabouts of their loved ones and remains committed to supporting them, as they navigate the painful consequences of disappearance – be it emotional, legal, administrative, health related or socio-economic challenges – in cooperation with relevant authorities both at community and at central level.
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