EC4: Maria Khachatryan

My name is Maria. I am from Armenia, and I am excited to apply for the Executive Committee Candidacy. For the past three years, I have studied in an eco-school, where I learned how to make eco soaps and paper, recycle already used items, compost, plant trees, and, of course, economize water by using rainwater. In 2024 I graduated from the school and was accepted into LCC International University, where I am currently a freshman studying International Relations and Development. Studying abroad has also impacted my decisions, and now I even more appreciate the safe space, values, and inspirations that I felt during my work with CDNEE. My first interaction with CDN was in August when I participated in the Refocuse Summer Camp in Tbilisi. With CDN, for the first time in my life, I was a panel speaker for an international program. Next, I got selected to be a prep-team member for the Study Session 2025, where I had the best days of my life. I still keep the chocolate Santa clause that Igor gifted me, with "my future boss" on it. Not yet, Igor, now it is time to work together, but maybe one day, who knows? CDN has had so much impact on my life that now, I applied to become the event coordinator of my university. What was I thinking about Nikola? Being in the same position as you? Maybe, but more specifically, to relive the smooth organizational experience I went through during both the Refocuse Summer Camp and the Study Session that you ensured. Finally, I am applying to become the Executive Committee member, keeping in mind that I will work with the people who once inspired me, and I will work for the organization that opened its opportunities for me to experience the "first times in my life".