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= Leonard Poghosyan = Leonard Roberti Poghosyan (Armenian: Լեոնարդ Ռոբերտի Պողոսյան) is an active figure of the Armenian political ruling party, born on December 10, 2000 in Yerevan. He is a collegial member of the council of the youth structure of the "Civil Contract" party.

He was born in Yerevan, the capital city of Armenia and now lives in Nor Nork district.

In 2006-2018, he studied at Yerevan high school N 159.

In 2018, he has been admitted and is still studying at the Yerevan State University after Valery Brusov, at the faculty of linguistics and pedagogy. He is a linguist by profession. As a result of many years of in-depth study of the English language, he has been qualified as a native English speaker at level C2 proficiency, and also has received a professional degree in Armenian language and literature. Poghosyan professes Christianity, and he is a follower of the Armenian Apostolic Holy Church.

Since 2022, he is a member of the "Civil Contract" political ruling party.

Afterwards, on July 29, 2023, he has been elected as a member of the council of the youth structure of the "Civil Contract" party.

Early life and career
2017-2019 he was an English tutor at "Art House" educational center and had over 30 applicants.

2015-2019 he was a deputy coach at "Tork Angegh" sports and cultural center. He trained more than 40 boxers and engaged in advanced amateur boxing. He has won medals and awards.

2018 Velvet Revolution
Poghosyan has played an active role in the 2018 Armenian Velvet Revolution, which were a series of anti-government peaceful mass protests in response to the past president's third consecutive term.

Active military involvement
From 2019 to 2021, Leonard Poghosyan served in the military, Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Armenia, and was a T-72 tank commander, deputy platoon commander, colour sergeant. He participated to July 2020 Armenian–Azerbaijani clashes which began on 12 July 2020 between the Armenian Armed Forces and Azerbaijani Armed Forces.

In 2020, during the Second Nagorno-Karabakh War(44-day war), Leonard's troop occupied a defensive area in the base position of Tavush (Tovuz) village of Tavush province region, which is approximately 2 km away from Azerbaijan in a straight line.

Leonard was awarded the "Brave Warrior" and "The Army Superior Unit Award" badges of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia by order No. 812 of the Minister of Defense of the Republic of Armenia.

Then, during the September 2022 Armenia-Azerbaijan clashes, on the night of September 12, he went to the front line with the volunteer battalion exactly to Vardenis, Sotk village, in order to protect the territorial integrity, inviolability and state border of the Republic of Armenia from the enemy.

The first commander of that volunteer battalion was an Armenian colonel Artsrun Hovhannisyan, the Head of the Command and Staff Institute of the Vazgen Sargsyan Military Academy. Subsequently, Leonard Poghosyan assumed the position of battalion commander.

Nevertheless, assuming the position of the commander of the same detachment as a head of the battalion, Poghosyan supported 9 combat positions of the 2nd Army Corps of RA Armed Forces in Verin Shorzha for 8 months.

Further career and activity
In 2021-2022, he worked as a deputy director of "Lider Food" LLC, which was specialized in the production of balanced food and sushi.

In 2022-2023, he worked as a director of "Digital Vision" LLC, which was specialized in the field of information technologies.

Leonard Poghosyan is also the founder of the NGO "For Clean Armenia", which was founded in the spring of 2022. This NGO has a fateful, pan-national and significant task to clean and keep Armenia clean at all times and to carry out large-scale activities in the entire region of the Republic of Armenia. It carries out accumulated garbage removal and volunteer cleaning works.

In 2023, he founded "Monte-Avo" military-patriotic non-governmental organization, which legally supported 9 combat positions of the 2nd Army Corps of RA Armed Forces in Verin Shorzha for 8 months leadered by Leonard Poghosyan.

2023 Yerevan City Council election
Yerevan City Council elections were held on 17 September 2023. The Yerevan City Council comprises 65 members. City Council members are elected for a five-year term. Leonard Poghosyan has been also a candidate for a member of 2023 Yerevan City Council election and has been ranked 101st number of Yerevan City Council from  Civil Contract  political ruling party.

Public speaking and Media reputation
Forasmuch as Poghosyan was a T-72 tank commander in the military,  Zinuj Media  took an interview from him when he was a soldier.

After demobilization from Armed Forces, as a demobilized conscript Leonard Poghosyan was a guest to Public Television Company of Armenia to interview of Petros Ghazaryan. Then another interview to Sputnik Armenia ․

Poghosyan has analyzed military-political issues on the air of various Armenian television stations and also has had a lot of interviews to other news media and mass media such as Araratnews, 1tv.am, FreeNews, Sputnik Armenia, Tiv1 etc., , , , , , ,

Awards
Leonard Poghosyan was awarded with a number of awards, certificates of honor, recognition, appreciation and acknowledgements, including the "Brave Warrior", "The Army Superior Unit Award" medals of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, official photo with the battle flag of a military unit.

A short about Leonard Poghosyan
Leonard Poghosyan is an impressive individual who has demonstrated a diverse range of skills and commitments. From his involvement in the Armenian Velvet Revolution to his roles in the military, his leadership, involvement in various industries, founding of NGOs, and engagement with media outlets, he's shown remarkable dedication to both his country and various societal causes. His achievements, awards, and active participation in political, military, educational, and community-related activities paint a picture of a versatile and dedicated individual within Armenian society.

Leonard Poghosyan 's collection of awards, certificates of honor, and acknowledgments, including the Brave Warrior and The Army Superior Unit Award medals from the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, signifies his exceptional service and bravery during his time in the military. Additionally, being recognized with certificates and appreciation, along with an official photo alongside a military unit' s battle flag, highlights his commendable contributions and dedication to serving the nation. These awards and acknowledgments are a testament the his commitment and efforts within the Armed Forces.

His journey extends beyond the military, showcasing his talents and dedication in multiple spheres. As a linguist and educator, Leonard has shared his knowledge through tutoring and coaching. His roles in different industries, from food production to information technology, highlight his versatility and leadership qualities. Moreover, Leonard's engagement in politics, including his candidacy for the Yerevan City Council elections, and his founding of NGOs like "For Clean Armenia" and "Monte-Avo" exemplify his commitment to community service and societal improvement. Additionally, Leonard's engagement with various media outlets, where he discussed military and political issues, showcased his willingness to contribute to public discourse. Overall, Leonard Poghosyan's story is one of dedication, leadership, and service, reflecting a multifaceted individual committed to making a positive impact on Armenian society.