This book analyzes Armenian civil society in the context of post-communist democratization. It explores persistent challenges to civic engagement under Armeniäs semi-authoritarian regime, and also highlights success stories of public mobilization and social impact. Drawing on a broad range of methods and empirical sources, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the re- emerging diversity of Armenian civil society: from formal organizations to spontaneous activism. It combines a country-level analysis of broad patterns in the country¿s political culture with the life stories of individual agents of change, contrasting public apathy with young activists¿ enthusiasm. By exploring mobilization strategies and narratives in Armenian civil society, the book