The "Women, Peace, Art" exhibition in Armenia showcased eight female artists addressing peace amid war's haunting memories. While ambitious, the exhibition struggled with essentialist portrayals of women, often reinforcing stereotypes instead of challenging them.

Although the use of car seats is mandatory in Armenia, it is not being implemented and road police are not addressing the issue. Margarita Ghazaryan addresses the Armenian experience of ensuring the safety of children.

While doulas are still uncommon in Armenia, some women are turning to them to help their birthing process be a more positive and empowering experience. Doulas provide emotional support, knowledge and are a reassuring presence to help women navigate the journey of childbirth.

Crowns worn by monarchs reveal stories of hierarchy and power, providing insight not only to those who wore them, but the strata to which they belonged. Margarita Ghazaryan looks at the story of the royal crowns of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia.

In Armenia, there are few exhibitions outside of the traditional art space environment, but at the same time, one can notice distinctive new trends emerging in recent years.

Most exhibitions organized in Armenia in the post-war period refer either to the war or to related topics. Two recently-opened shows depart from this context, referring to a more broadly “warlike” situation—the issue of waste.