Who we are
The people behind SIREH: founders, staff, board and scientific committee.
Founders
Gaiane Casnati
Co-founder - Scientific and strategic director
An Architect-Restorer and Cultural Heritage Specialist with expertise in conservation, strategic planning, international cooperation, project development and building partnerships across institutions, professionals and global networks.
Board of Trustees
Marina Djabbarzade
Chair of the Board
Peter Balakian
Board member
Emma Harutyiunyan
Board member
Jasmine Dum Tragut
Board member
Lucineh Kasarjyan
Board member
Haroutioun Khatchadourian
Board member
Staff
Meline Karapetyan
Volunteer
An Archaeology and Ethnography student with expertise in research, data collection, and civil society mapping, supporting SIREH’s cultural heritage programs through community engagement and organizational research.