FOICA publishes the Summary of the 2025 Annual Financial Report. According to the report summary, in 2025 FOICA paid AMD 670,929.25 in state taxes.

Summary of the Financial Report 2025

In 2025 FOICA delivered the following outcomes:

FREEDOM OF INFORMATION

• More than 300 information requests were submitted in 2025. The collected data through these requests was used for advocacy, legal support, and research purposes.
• FOICA assisted more than 50 journalists and citizens in exercising their right of access to information by providing consultations and support in drafting and submitting information requests, as well as, where necessary, in filing appeals.
• Around 40 representatives of state bodies responsible for freedom of information were introduced to the Access to Information Self-Assessment System developed by FOICA and to the Unified access to information statistics form. Within the framework of a working discussion, representatives of state bodies enhanced their knowledge and professional skills on applying the self-assessment system, as well as on compiling and publishing access to information statistics. The wider application of these tools in the public administration system will contribute to the establishment of a more unified and effective practice of freedom of information in Armenia.

MEDIA RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY

• With the support of the Freedom of Information Center of Armenia, 20 Armenian media outlets joined the Journalism Trust Initiative (JTI) in 2025 by completing and publishing transparency reports. This joint initiative of Reporters Without Borders and FOICA became a real turning point for the Armenian media landscape. In a short period of time, it helped local media outlets operate in a more transparent and accountable manner. The 20 participating media outlets now publish their values, policies, and accountability mechanisms. This development is not only about ethical compliance; it is also about rebuilding audience trust and setting a new benchmark for responsible journalism in Armenia. The Journalism Trust Initiative (JTI) was developed by Reporters Without Borders, an international organization working to promote press freedom, pluralism, and independence worldwide.

AWARENESS ON CIRCULAR ECONOMY

• FOICA organized awareness-raising meetings on the circular economy for 65 students.
• The meetings aimed to raise awareness among students of different academic backgrounds about the circular economy system and to help them understand how their future professional activities may contribute to the development of the sector.
• In cooperation with ABN Media, FOICA produced a documentary film on the circular economy, as well as 10 short awareness-raising videos presenting simple and accessible answers to common questions on the circular economy.
• FOICA also developed and published the guide “Circular Economy: How and Why to Cover It” for journalists and journalism educators.
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RESEARCH AND GUIDELINES

• Assessment Report of the Key E-Participation Platforms – In December 2025, FOICA conducted an assessment of the key e-participation platforms — e-draft.am, e-request.am, and hartak.am — and published a comprehensive bilingual report. The assessment analyzed and identified systemic issues affecting these digital platforms that hinder their full and participatory use by citizens, while also evaluating their compliance with digital service design standards, public administration transparency principles, and user needs.
• Introduction of the Institution of an Independent Authorized Body / Commissioner for Freedom of Information in Armenia – Within the framework of this FOICA research, the need for establishing an independent authorized body for freedom of information in the context of Armenia’s international commitments is addressed, presenting the models of independent authorized bodies operating in different countries, a summary description of their functions, as well as recommendations aimed at supporting the establishment of an independent authorized body for freedom of information in Armenia.
• Current State and Future Trajectory of Beneficial Ownership Transparency in Armenia – FOICA summarized the reforms aimed at beneficial ownership transparency in Armenia. The summary analysis outlines the current situation of reforms in the field of beneficial ownership transparency in Armenia, highlights the main achievements and gaps, and presents recommendations for further improvements.
• Only Three Ministries Held Public Council Meetings in 2024 – FOICA published the results of the study on the activities of public councils attached to ministers in 2024. The analysis presents the extent to which the provisions of the Government decision of December 27, 2018 are being implemented.
• The Confusion Around Billions of Drams Allocated Through State Grants – FOICA also published a summary on the grants and subsidies allocated from the state budget during 2024, presenting the data provided by the Prime Minister’s Office and 12 ministries, as well as the data available in open sources.

INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION AND REPRESENTATION

• On February 5–7, FOICA Programme Coordinator Liana Doydoyan participated in the Open Government Partnership regional meeting in Manila, where she addressed issues related to access to information, transparency, and the role of the media.
• On March 10, at a discussion organized in cooperation with the OSCE and the Forum on Information and Democracy, FOICA President Shushan Doydoyan addressed the issue of journalists’ safety on social media platforms.
• On July 1–4, within the framework of the OGP Transparency and Exchange of Experience Programme held in Lithuania and Latvia, Liana Doydoyan presented Armenia’s experience in the field of freedom of information, as well as anti-corruption efforts and related challenges.
• On September 23, FOICA President Shushan Doydoyan participated in a regional meeting held under the UN Convention against Corruption and presented the opportunities for promoting proactive disclosure of information, referring to Armenia’s experience.
• On October 7–9, FOICA President Shushan Doydoyan spoke at the Open Government Partnership Global Summit in Spain, presenting the role of proactive disclosure in combating corruption, protecting human rights, and ensuring transparent governance.
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