Vahan Khalafyan
The authorities bear the responsibility for the death of Vahan Khalafyan. The investigation of his case was initially carried out unilaterally.
About Vahan Khalafyan
On April 13, 2010 a tragic incident occurred that shook the entire community in Charentsavan, Armenia. The terrible act of injustice happened to Vahan Khalafyan, whose life was cut short within the walls of a police station. 24-year-old Vahan Khalafyan faced suspicion of theft, leading to his detention at the Charentsavan police station. Despite not confessing, he experienced abuse from officers.
Tragically, his family received news of his death a few hours later. Armenia's authorities neglected to protect Khalafyan's rights, breaching the prohibition of torture and the right to life during his unlawful detention.
This heartbreaking event sparked a wave of outrage and sorrow, but also ignited a powerful movement for change.
Tragically, his family received news of his death a few hours later. Armenia's authorities neglected to protect Khalafyan's rights, breaching the prohibition of torture and the right to life during his unlawful detention.
This heartbreaking event sparked a wave of outrage and sorrow, but also ignited a powerful movement for change.
In the wake of this devastating loss, a group of passionate individuals came together having Anahit Khalafyan as a leader, determined to ensure that no other child would suffer a similar fate.
We believe in the power of unity, compassion, and justice, and thus, the non-profit organization was born. We learned that those kinds of stories are happening everywhere in the world.
Although the pain of losing Vahan Khalafyan will forever remain, his memory lives on through the non-profit organization's unwavering efforts to ensure that no other young adult suffers a similar fate. Their story is a reminder that even in the face of tragedy, there is hope, and that together, we can create a better and brighter future for all.
We believe in the power of unity, compassion, and justice, and thus, the non-profit organization was born. We learned that those kinds of stories are happening everywhere in the world.
Although the pain of losing Vahan Khalafyan will forever remain, his memory lives on through the non-profit organization's unwavering efforts to ensure that no other young adult suffers a similar fate. Their story is a reminder that even in the face of tragedy, there is hope, and that together, we can create a better and brighter future for all.
"Vahan Khalafyan" charity fund
Founded by Anahit Khalafyan, this foundation strives to create opportunities for individuals impacted by unfair trials, offering them access to education and legal assistance. This organization, driven by the memory of Vahan Khalafyan, seeks to address the systemic issues that led to his untimely demise. Our mission is clear: to advocate for police accountability, transparency, and reform.
Over 12 years following the incident, on November 8, 2023, the European Court rendered a verdict, affirming a breach of Vahan Khalafyan's rights to life. The court found that a thorough investigation had not been conducted to address the violation.
Over 12 years following the incident, on November 8, 2023, the European Court rendered a verdict, affirming a breach of Vahan Khalafyan's rights to life. The court found that a thorough investigation had not been conducted to address the violation.
Anahit Khalafyan "April 13: The End and the Beginning"
10 years later, Anahit, Vahan's sister, chose to write about what happened during that time. "The book was a way to release the revenge that was building up in me. For a decade, I lived with revenge in my heart, waking up every day with it. Through the book, I could confront myself first." Anahit Khalafyan's book, "April 13: The End and the Beginning," tells the real story of her brother Vahan.
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