Armenuhi Avagyan
PhD in Education, Associate Professor of Speech-Language Pathology, internationally recognized speech-language pathologist, educator, researcher and social entrepreneur with over 25 years of professional experience.
Professional Background
Dr. Armenuhi Avagyan is an internationally recognized speech-language pathologist, educator, researcher, and social entrepreneur with more than 25 years of professional experience. She holds a PhD in Education and is an Associate Professor in Speech-Language Pathology, bringing together academic leadership, evidence-based clinical practice, and innovation in inclusive education․
Dr. Avagyan is the Founder and Director of the ARMAV Continuous Education Center in Armenia and Armav Enterprise in California, where she leads multidisciplinary, multilingual services for children and families. Her work focuses on communication development, autism, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), early intervention, inclusive education, and family-centered practice.
Dr. Avagyan is the creator of Armav AAC, the first Armenian-language augmentative and alternative communication application, developed to expand communication access for Armenian-speaking individuals with complex communication needs. The application has reached hundreds of users and continues to evolve toward broader accessibility and bilingual functionality. Across her academic, clinical, and entrepreneurial work, Dr. Avagyan is committed to transforming research into practical solutions. Her mission is to ensure that every individual—regardless of language, diagnosis, or geography—has access to effective communication, meaningful participation, and the opportunity to be heard within schools, communities, and everyday life.
Conference Topic
Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) as a Tool for Transforming Quality of Life
As an International Consultant with Pyramid Educational Consultants, Dr. Avagyan provides professional training in the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and Teaching Critical Communication Skills. She has trained educators, therapists, and families and contributed to international professional dialogue through conferences, research, and cross-cultural collaboration. She was also a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at Appalachian State University in the United States.