Happy World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day!

Happy New Year!

Dear Friends, Members and supporters of the Azerbaijan Society of America,

As we approach the close of another year, we take a moment to reflect with gratitude, humility, and renewed purpose. This past year has reminded us of the strength of our community and the responsibility we share as Azerbaijanis living abroad.

Our diversity of opinions, professions, regions, and life experiences is not a weakness, but a source of strength. When united by mutual respect and a shared commitment to our values, we become a powerful force for good. The Azerbaijan Society of America exists to foster that unity, to bring people together across differences, and to build bridges within our community and beyond it.

Living outside our homeland places a unique responsibility on our shoulders. We should not ask what Azerbaijan can do for us, but rather what we can do for Azerbaijan. Each of us, in our own way, has the ability to uphold Azerbaijan’s dignity through our work, our conduct, our civic engagement, and our contributions to the societies in which we live. We should take pride in sharing the accomplishments of the Republic of Azerbaijan with our American friends and speak with confidence about our liberated lands.

As members of the Azerbaijani diaspora in the United States, it is essential that we become more informed, more involved, and more engaged in the American political and civic system. Participation, advocacy, and dialogue help ensure that our voices are heard and that Azerbaijan is understood accurately and fairly. Engagement is not partisan; it is patriotic, responsible, and necessary. We must also raise our American-born children with an understanding of civic responsibility and prepare them to play an active role in the future of American public life.

Equally important is our commitment to philanthropy and giving back. Supporting humanitarian causes, educational initiatives, cultural programs, and those in need both in Azerbaijan and in the diaspora strengthens our collective future. True service is given without expectation of return; it is an expression of love for our homeland and care for one another.

Finally, let us remember that respect is the foundation of a strong community. Respect for differing perspectives, for elders and youth alike, and for the shared identity that connects us all. When we uplift one another, we uplift Azerbaijan.

As we enter the new year, let us recommit ourselves to unity, service, and integrity. Together, we can continue to honor our heritage, strengthen our community, and contribute meaningfully to both Azerbaijan and the United States.

On behalf of the Azerbaijan Society of America, we wish you and your families health, peace, and success in the year ahead.