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About ARM-NADO

Promoting clean sport through education, testing, and advocacy.

Our History

ARM-NADO, the Anti-Doping Agency of Armenia, was established in 2015 as the legal successor to the previous national anti-doping office. The agency was formed in line with the requirements of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Since its inception, ARM-NADO has played a central role in ensuring fair play and the health of Armenian athletes at all levels of competition.

Over the years, the agency has implemented robust testing procedures and educational programs. In 2023 alone, more than 250 doping tests were conducted across a wide range of sports, with a focus on both in-competition and out-of-competition testing. The agency's commitment to international standards is reflected in our adoption of the latest WADA Code and best practices.

Our staff regularly participates in WADA certification programs and international conferences, ensuring that ARM-NADO remains at the forefront of anti-doping science, policy, and education. The agency collaborates closely with sports federations, athletes, and support personnel, championing the values of clean sport and integrity in Armenia and beyond.

ARM-NADO team staff group photo ARM-NADO staff at conference

Team Highlights & Achievements

Our team's dedication and expertise are recognized both nationally and internationally.
Areg Hovhannisyan
Areg Hovhannisyan was leading the Eastern European Anti-Doping Organization for 2 years. He was one of the founders and the first members of WADA's Education Committee.
Angela Sahakyan
Angela Sahakyan has conducted more than 100 doping tests at the Winter Olympics and the European Olympic Games.
Karen Stepanyan
Karen Stepanyan was appointed as a member of the anti-doping education team by the committee headed by the director of WADA. He participated in the Youth Olympic Games in 2012.
Areg Hovhannisyan
In 2014, he organized an anti-doping education and awareness program for international and national sports events.
Areg Hovhannisyan
In 2016, Areg Hovhannisyan increased the effectiveness of national anti-doping education programs in cooperation with international federations.
ARM-NADO Team
In 2021, four doping control officers of ARM-NADO Angela Sahakyan, Gohar Sahakyan, Sofya Ayvazyan, Davit Mosinyan passed the examination conducted by the International Testing Agency (ITA) and were qualified as international doping control officers (IDCO).
Areg Hovhannisyan
In 2021, developed the administrative procedures of the National Anti-Doping Agency of Armenia to strengthen the fight against banned substances and methods in sports.
Angela Sahakyan
The Olympic Games Committee conducted a strict examination, in which more than 1000 doping officers took part; as a result of the competition, Angela Sahakyan was included in the international team of doping officers.
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