COAF SMART Center
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Welcome to the world of SMART. The COAF SMART model broadens horizons for rural youth and their communities.
Pathways for All Ages
Seed Track (Ages 3–6)
Laying the Groundwork. Early learners build social, emotional, and physical skills through high-quality education that ensures a smooth, confident start to school.
Root Track (Ages 8–18)
Growing Active Citizens. Through a 2–10 year SMART Citizenship journey, students gain the knowledge and values to lead change in their communities, and skills to compete on the global stage.
Stem Track (Ages 18+)
Empowering Lifelong Learners. Adults develop practical skills in fields focused on rural development, opening pathways to careers and personal growth.
Meet the COAF Students
“I liked the environment and the people so much that after the first introductory session, I told my mom, ‘I’m definitely going to keep coming here”
“What I like most about SMART is the ability to choose the programs ourselves and thus study what we are interested in and what is close to our hearts.”
“I remember it like it was today; I picked up the guitar for the first time during the musical instruments program and tried to play the first notes. I said to one of my friends sitting next to me, ‘My dream has come true”
“Programs like [SMART]—along with SMARTConnects talks and workshops led by visiting professionals—help kids like me from rural areas discover who we truly are.”
“SMART, first and foremost, is a place for opportunities, discovering your own capabilities, and making friends from different communities”
The SMART Model
The SMART model offers transformative afterschool programs, co-developed with local communities, at no cost to beneficiaries. SMART values both global ambitions and locally rooted pathways to success—blending education, creative exploration, and holistic support within a community-driven framework.
Expanding Horizons
SMART offers a wide range of programs that empower youth to explore their full potential.
Project-Based Learning
Each course ends with a student-led project, allowing youth to apply their knowledge to solve real problems.
Collaborating with Rural Communities
SMART programs are co-created with the communities they serve—ensuring education is grounded in local contexts.
Supporting the Whole Family
By integrating education with well-being, the SMART campus helps families overcome systemic barriers.
Centralized and Scalable Access
By providing cost-free access to centralized hubs, SMART offers a scalable model for reaching remote rural communities.
Top Stories
SMART Expansion
A Nationwide Network for Rural Opportunity
SMART Armavir
A brand new SMART Campus is currently under construction in Armavir, slated to open in 2028.
SMART Goris & Kapan
In partnership with the EU and local municipalities, COAF has planned two additional SMART Centers in Syunik.
