DOS (Day of Shame) - Chapter Nine - Siranuysh Gevorgyan

27 years after a destructive earthquake rocked the Soviet Republic of Armenia (December 7, 1988) and claimed 25,000 lives, thousands of families still remain homeless and hopeless in what is now the second largest city of the independent Republic of Armenia.

Photojournalist Hayk Barseghian made stunning photographs about 13 poorest and homeless families in Gyumri, who might face the risk of perishing in subzero temperatures.

Deeply moved by the desperation he witnessed, the photographer is now looking to raise £120,000 to buy 13 houses for those families.

You can help by contributing a small donation and you can help even more by spreading the word about this project.

The purpose of this action is not only to help those 13 families, but also to raise awareness of the fact, that 4000 families are still in need of a house. 27 years ago Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev promised to fully reconstruct the broken town and this was followed by endless promises made by consecutive Armenian governments, who came up with various reconstruction campaigns.

Now it is time for us, the global citizens, to take the matter in our hands. Act now!

Unfortunately the lack of resources, poor management and widespread corruption left these people hopeless.

The photographer Hayk Barseghian and a small group of friends are giving away his photos to you. Use them with your heart and spread the word!

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