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 ** Armenia's Problems ** by Mariam //I know// that Armenia has had many earthquakes in the past and that has affected the way people live in the Armenian society. It has created many problems such as homeless people since their building and houses have been destroyed by the earthquake.
 * Part I--What I already know about my topic **

//What I want to find out is why the Armenian government and other governments haven't been doing much for the homeless people. I would also like to know how the earth can help Armenia by giving people new clothes, homes, food, and recources that will keep the people alive and living. I would also like to find out how much the earthquakes in Armenia have been an effect on the Armenian society in other ways. How can we prevent earthquakes from occuring.// I choose to research the economic and political problems in Armenia since I've heard that they have been affecting many people in society. The problems the people are facing seem to affect they're lives by: - people are left homeless - work is very scarce - health issues have increased
 * Part II--What I Want to Find Out **
 * Part III--The Search **

When I was looking for information on my topic, Armenia, I realized that there had been many bad occurences in society and economy. Once Armenia had broke away from the Soviet Union, there had been many economic issues with money. Since the Soviet was powering Armenia and helping them, Armenia had not known how to rule themselves. It had become a problem because it was hard for the to get out of debts and bad situations involving any problems Armenia could not deal with. Armenia faces the same massive environmental cleanup that confronts the other former Soviet republics as they emerge from the centralized planning system's disastrous approach to resource management. Since Armenia is having bad relations with Azerbaijan, and Turkey, they're trade has been limited and now they are trying to figure out how to have trade as a source of life because Armenia can not provide all the needs they want. Its relations with Europe, the Middle East, and they have allowed Armenia to increase trade. Gas, oil, and other supplies come through two vital routes: Iran and Georgia. Armenia maintains cordial relations with both countries. The environmental conditions in Armenia have worsened because of the blockage of supplies and electricity from Azerbaijan. Under blockade conditions, the winters of 1991-92, 1992-93, and 1993-94 brought enormous hardship to a population lacking heat and electric power. Another environmental concern is a significant drop in Lake Sevan's water level because of drawdowns for irrigation and the diversion of water to hydroelectric plants to compensate for the electric power lost through the inactivity of the nuclear plant at Metsamor. This crisis was addressed in 1992-93 by construction of a tunnel to divert water into the lake from the Arpa River. This has affected most of Armenia's people in different ways. Some being, no homes, no food, no electricity etc.

Me: So, I heard you have a family who lives in Armenia under poor conditions. How so? Armine: Back in the 80's and 90's, there wasn't much trade going on since Azerbaijan said no to our trade. Now there no electricity. I walk in my mothers house and see cracks in the wall, leaking pipes, elevator doesn't function well, windows don't open or close, streets are bumpy to drive on, i mean, it's just horrible how no one in the world wants to help. It aggravates me that no one even gives a try! Me: Ok, how has it affected our family? Armine: For one, were living in bad conditions because of the leaks and everything. Two, there are many accidents because the staircases are large and long to climb and the elevator don't even work well or don't even work at all. It's not easy to live with. Me: I understand your upset about the conditions but how do you think people can change it? Armine: If there would be people who would like to help i would be extremely grateful. I would respect those whom would like to make a difference. The way they may help is bring in a group of people who would like to participate and fix the pipe systems, the elevator, and prevent accidents form happening. Me: I see, but do you think it is possible for such a large task to be accomplished? Armine: Anything can be done if you put your mind to it and i know I sound just like every other mother who would encourage people to do good things but it's true. Me: haha thanks Mom. Armine: No problem mari!
 * __Interview:__** With My mother who has been in Armenia and has experiences many problems that have affected her family in many different ways.

Reflection: The interview seemed to go well. I didn't need to call her or anything but ask her to come and have a questionaire with me since we live in the same home. She did get mad at times but she seemed to control herself for me. The interview definetely gave me a more better and precise look on the problems Armenia is facing and shows me how much help is needed to restore Armenia. **Part IV--What I Learned** //What I learned about my topic was all the economic problems that occured through out the years that have affected many peoples lives in many different ways in Armenia. Not only have i learned the problems, but i have figured out how to solve them if a group of volunteers would help. The problems Armenia is facing still affects many lives and still have yet to do so until someone makes a change. I've learned that there are economic problems that lead to other issues as well. Although I am not fully aware of all problems in Armenia, I am sure that there are many problems since their social changes haven't increased much since the 90's.// I've also realized that not everything can be done in a small period of time. It takes a lot of people, tools, time and love to help make a change. Even a little bit helps!


 * Part V-- Works Cited**

"Armenia-environmental problems". Wikipedia. 5/17/10 .

"Armenia's Economic Problems". BBC. 5/19/10 < http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/988656.stm>.

Glenn, E. Curtis. "armenia-environmental problems". countrystudies. 5/15/10 .