Date Profile Received: 2023-09-28

Family Situation: Vardan and his wife Galina had been living in Stepanakert attending Artsakh State University. They both graduated from the Department of Fine Arts, Paint and Design. Their daughter, Ina, was born April 25, 2022. While serving his country, Vardan gave his life on September 20, 2023. The family has not been able to bury his body. They were told Vardan would be buried in Yerablur, but his family was deported on September 25, 2023. Forced to leave everything behind, they are living temporarily in a hotel in Gyumri with Galina's parents. They have no means of support/no income.

Immediate Needs: Housing, food, baby supplies (diapers, food, milk, bottles, clothing) ($6,000/annually).

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A portrait of Galina, painted by Vardan, that had to be left behind.