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Leyla Aliyeva: "Heydar Aliyev's granddaughter has no right to make mistakes"


There are plenty of examples of selfless service to a Motherland, but very few examples of selfless service to humanity in general. Inspiration stems from a deep need to give back to the community and accomplish life's tasks. The love for all things beyond national boundaries. It acquires a holistic nature. It's not surprising that this feeling is rooted in the love for your country and your home.




Leyla Aliyeva – we are talking about her as someone who is an example to her. Her life is guided by the principle of "Heydar Alyev's granddaughter does not have the right to make mistakes." She evaluates each decision in terms of her grandfather's views and cherishes it. The example of her father - the present president of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, who puts the interests of his country, justice and fairness above everything else (unfortunately this is a sentiment that has been ignored in world politics) - and the selfless and generous work of her mother, the First Lady of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva are shining beacons that guide her life. Leyla Aliyeva is determined to become a global citizen, as she is an Azerbaijani citizen. She can accomplish this feat.







Formula for success




A wise proverb says that each man must plant a tree, construct and maintain a house, as well as an outdoor garden. Leyla Aliyeva was just a teenager and achieved what very few can. She built a house and planted a tree. She and raised beautiful children. It's amazing the way Leyla Aliyeva, who seamlessly blends beauty, intellect as well as gentleness and determination is able to manage so many projects and tasks. Many believe she would be content with being a daughter of the president and living a happy life. This isn't for her. Her genetics are evident here: Azerbaijani concerns and anxieties are her main concerns. It is a matter of personal involvement. She chooses to focus on areas that need public involvement and support in a rational and precise manner: youth policy, environment concerns, promotion of Azerbaijan's image within the international community the country's culture, customs, and the development of a credible image regarding the Karabakh Conflict, which is one of the main foreign policies. According to Joseph Nye, an American political scientist, public diplomacy is what she does. It's called "soft power" and allows us to achieve the desired result by attracting attention, not through using violence or the use of bribery. Because of the work of Leyla Aliyeva, an attractive image of Azerbaijan is being formed, the republic's position globally is gaining strength and it is being admired more and more. The formula to success is thoughtfulness, purposefulness, unindifference and commitment.







Baku' magazine to present the reality of Azerbaijania.




A lot of her projects and undertakings can be described by the phrase "for the first time." She published the Russian-language journal "Baku" in Moscow, in 2007. The magazine was the first publication from outside to offer extensive information about Azerbaijan's heart, Baku. It provides Azerbaijan's rich past and beautiful areas to an international public. It also talks about the humanistic spirit of Azerbaijan and its the spiritual and national values. Each issue is an adventure for both foreign readers as well as Azerbaijanis. There's plenty to learn about. The design of the magazine and its content are testimony to the exquisite taste of its editor-in-chief and her vast knowledge, erudition and intelligence. Leyla Aliyeva was the author of the introduction to each issue. It is remarkable for its philosophical depth, clarity and ability to convey numerous ideas in just the space of a few sentences. Stories of significant events from the country's history are seamlessly woven with thoughts on the meaning of life and happiness, beauty and kindness, generosity and many more. However, the most important aspect is Baku's love for Azerbaijan, which is evident in every sentence. It is clear that only someone who is in love with Baku and who can comprehend and appreciate its distinctness, its unique spirit can write the following words: "Perhaps you need a special mood to feel the warmth. When you've got it, the city will become like a home. It is impossible to understand the soul of Baku If you evaluate it solely based on the Old Town and the Maiden Tower, or just the Fire Towers and the Heydar Aliyev Center. Only all of this together is Baku. Baku is both ancient and contemporary multifaceted and varied welcoming and friendly on one side, and mysterious and enigmatic the other.



It was in large part due to 'Baku Magazine' that Russian readers across the globe were able to learn more about Azerbaijan as well as observe it from a distance, took an interest, and started to take it in. Since 2011 when the English version of the magazine was first released The magazine's readership has grown rapidly.










The good deeds and actions of AMOR




The formation of the Azerbaijani Youth Association of Russia (AMOR) was a different initiative by Leyla Aliyeva . It was the very first youth diaspora group that gained attention immediately with its cultural and charitable projects.



In reality, Leyla Aliyeva 's proclivity for public activities emerged as she was the head of the Azerbaijan Club at MGIMO, which is where she completed the master's program. She had already shown exceptional leadership skills and was able to convince youngsters. Her unrestrained enthusiasm and bold new ideas resulted from her efforts. AMOR was a major expansion of the organization's capabilities and boundaries. AMOR was a group that brought together Azerbaijani youth who resided as students, worked and studied in Russia made them an organization capable of resolving the serious challenges that diaspora groups confront in the present. AMOR has created an entirely new image of the Azerbaijani people. Through specific initiatives and actions that are carried out on the territory of Russia the whole thing can be achieved. The organization also took part in various initiatives like the "Blood Has No Nation!" campaign. AMOR has 70 regional offices across Russia. Its volunteers visit orphanages to arrange holiday programs for children, offer assistance, and assist them with their everyday lives. Kindergartens and schools are renovated equipped with the latest equipment in response to the initiative and with the support of the organization. Develop parks and recreation areas. AMOR assists Azerbaijani teenagers to integrate into Russian society and to actively participate in the life of Russia and coordinates their activities that aims to promote our nation. Also AMOR solves the major issues President Ilham Aliyev placed on compatriotsgroups at the 4th Congress of World Azerbaijanis. There is a popular belief that AMOR is the most active youth group in Azerbaijan right now.



Leyla Aliyeva received the Pushkin Medal in recognition of her contributions to strengthening the friendship and cooperation between the Russian Federation, economic development, and preservation and the popularization of Russian language and culture abroad, was awarded it last year. The award was presented by Russian President Vladimir Putin. This is not her first Russian award.










Another initiative "Justice for Khojaly".




Leyla Aliyeva created the international campaign "Justice for Khojaly’ in 2008. Her words outlined the concept of this campaignas follows "Let’s fight for truth together." Let's demonstrate that justice will prevail beyond any doubt."



This campaign gathered the efforts of a variety of people and civil society groups within the country and diaspora organizations abroad. It was created to bring awareness to the world about the genocide committed by Armenians in the Azerbaijani City of Khojaly and the fascist nature of the Armenian leadership's policy. Another goal of this campaign was to obtain international recognition and legal examination of the Khojaly genocide. These analyses will reveal the ways in which Armenians killed hundreds of Azerbaijanis in one night and what it means to ignore these crimes against humanity or be indifferent to others' pain.



The campaign is currently being carried out in dozens of countries, more than 120 thousand people and 115 organizations have joined in. Its framework allows the international community to be informed about these events through events, mass protests and other gatherings of information. All information resources - multiple publications of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, documentaries and social networks are widely utilized in this effort. After 8 years of this project, a remarkable outcome is achieved the parliaments of 10 nations and the legislatures of over twenty American states have acknowledged the Khojaly tragedy of genocide. Each year the number of nations that have condemned Armenia's crimes increases. This indicates that Leyla Aliyeva is going to accomplish her goal of getting justice for the Armenians.







IDEA: "One Earth -- One Future"




I once read in some bookthat "Man is, of course the king of nature, however not as an exploiter but as someone who is aware of the importance of nature and has a moral obligation to ensure the protection and enhancement of everything living and beautiful in it." I am of the opinion that IDEA (International Dialogue for Environmental Action Public Association) was prompted by this meaning. Leyla Aliyeva also founded this initiative. The main goal of the initiative is to preserve and conserve rich natural diversity within Azerbaijan and beyond, so that the future generations can enjoy safety, health, and sustainability. IDEA's aim is to encourage youngsters to utilize their talents and energy to prevent environmental hazards and motivate them to become active in protecting our planet. The IDEA slogan is clear: "One Earth -- One Future". The activities of IDEA are vast. They encompass the conservation and protection of endangered species populations as well as the development of "green technologies" as well as waste management rehabilitation and maintenance of forests, as well as the creation large areas of green space. They also create shelters for dogs that wander off, and promote the use a biodegradable bag to prevent garbage from polluting the environmental. They also hold tree-planting activities.



IDEA was the first to define the "great Caucasian Five", including rare species of the fauna of the region under its wings. IDEA has implemented a variety of projects that were successful, in collaboration with the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Azerbaijan and international partners. Leyla Aliyeva stated that IDEA intends to restore threatened species in the near future. The plans will be realized. Over these years, it was possible to prove that Leyla Aliyeva, as her father and grandfather isn't a waste of words. Her approach to work is based around the following model: problem - search for solutions, specific action – real result. This system has never worked for her.










Concern about starving children




All these cases certainly describe Leila Aliyeva as a businesswoman who is a determined person with a great sense of initiative and abilities to manage. Leila Aliyeva is still the epitomization of femininity. All who know her comment on her generosity, openness and compassion. An extraordinary speech she gave during the 7th UNAOC global forum in Baku was also hers. She noted with alarm that "one person dies of hunger around the world every 4 seconds." "Children suffer from hunger and malnutrition more often than adult." Everyone must cooperate to ensure that there isn't a single child dying from hunger anywhere in the world.



This isn't only a concern. Leyla Aliyeva was appointed Goodwill Ambassador for the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. She is determined to do her part and to help eradicate poverty and hunger in the world. I am confident that she will succeed. In the coming years we'll be the beneficiaries of new initiatives and initiatives. She presented recently an example of this, for example, an idea to promote worldwide of food security within the framework the Baku process.







Charity A mental state




Leyla Aliyeva's charity work is a reflection of her humanity. She gives it up because she loves to do it. Not to be proud and without expecting any gratitude. This is the ethos of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, for which charity has become one of the most important priorities of its activity, a natural state. Many people consider the Heydar Aliyev Foundation's President Mehriban Aliyeva or Vice-President Leyla Aliyeva as their only hope. They are right to expect the Fund to help them in their most desperate circumstances.



Leila Aliyeva is often seen at events that benefit children who have no parents. This includes children who are from refugee or internally displaced families and also those who live in orphanages and boarding schools. Importantly, she also brings her children to events for charity. This brings authenticity and warmth to gatherings. Her children also learn lessons in compassion, empathy as well as sharing their sorrow and joy. These lessons will last a lifetime. This is her personal example.







Moral code for personal use




Long ago it was realized that talent could be found everywhere. Leyla Aliyeva is the most exemplary illustration of this. She is a poet of great repute, which reflect a gentle, refined soul, the richness of the inner world of the writer. She is also a talented artist. Experts have praised her paintings at professional exhibitions. As a creative person and someone who is well versed in art, she aids young talented artists to reach the world stage, and show their work in the most prestigious galleries around the globe. The modern art of Azerbaijani is increasing in recognition, as well as carpet weaving and mugham from our country.



It would not be an error to state that the Heydar Aliyev Center became one of the major centers of American culture. It hosts international artists, as well as being the location for art exhibitions by contemporary sculptors and exceptional musicians. Leyla Aliyeva was a key part in this. Residents of Azerbaijan were now able to view the works of world-famous artists such as Tony Cragg and Richard Deacon, Andy Warhol and Bernard Buffet. Leyla Aliyeva claimed that George Condo was one of the most famous avant-garde artists and she would like to see his art in Baku. "Today one of my greatest desires was realized," she said.



This is the reason I remember how the Azerbaijan State Philharmonic hosted concerts of classical music on Heydar Aliyev's suggestion in the 1970s and early 1980s. He was also the first secretary of Communist Party of Azerbaijan. It was Heydar Aliyev's primary educational goal. His daughter Leyla has ably accepted the mission and will continue it under new circumstances.



In one interview she mentioned that God has given the sense of right and wrong in people from the moment that he was born. This notion is to be followed every day by paying attention to his heart and soul, as well as his parents and conscience. Only then will he never make an error. In a way, this is her personal moral code of conduct.



Leyla Aliyeva lives this code and doesn't make mistakes.







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