The Yerevan Center of Foreign and Security Policy (YCFSP) is an independent, non-profit think tank dedicated to developing Armenia's foreign and security policy in accordance with democratic governance and human rights standards. Founded by three professionals with extensive experience in academia and international relations, YCFSP's mission is to provide evidence-based analysis and policy engagement to strengthen democratic resilience and promote Euro-Atlantic integration. We are committed to non-partisanship and analytical rigor while fostering connections with global academic institutions and international organizations.
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and transparency in all our research and policy engagements.
Our non-partisan approach ensures that our analyses and recommendations are driven solely by evidence and best practices.
We actively collaborate with local and international partners to foster a robust network of ideas and initiatives aimed at enhancing Armenia's security and democratic resilience.
The YCFSP is an independent, non-profit think tank based in Yerevan, Armenia. It focuses on developing evidence-based foreign and security policies while promoting democratic governance and human rights.
YCFSP offers research-driven analysis, policy engagement, and monitoring in the areas of foreign policy, security, democracy, and human rights, aiming to strengthen Armenia's democratic resilience and enhance institutional accountability.
YCFSP was founded by three experienced professionals with backgrounds in academia, policy, and international fields, ensuring a strong foundation for its operations and leadership.
No, YCFSP maintains an explicitly non-partisan and independent character, focusing on unbiased research and analysis.
The organization collaborates with international academic institutions, organizations, and civil society networks across Europe, the South Caucasus, and transatlantic policy networks.
YCFSP is expanding its operational capacity and is in the process of establishing a dedicated Democracy Monitoring Unit to enhance its research and monitoring capabilities for democracy-related projects.