BAKU, Azerbaijan, March 3. The Northern
California Azerbaijani Cultural Society (ACSNC) recently dedicated
its Azerbaijani Youth Dance Ensemble classes to the memory of the
victims of the Khojaly genocide, the State Committee on Work with
Diaspora told Trend.
At the outset of the session, students paid tribute to the
innocent lives lost in Khojaly by placing flowers in a designated
memorial area, reflecting deep respect and remembrance.
Anar Allahverdov, the artistic director, offered a poignant
reflection on the tragic events of February 26, 1992, underscoring
the importance of honoring the victims of Khojaly, preserving their
memory, and ensuring that such atrocities are never repeated.
The session also highlighted the vital role of safeguarding
historical memory and passing it on to future generations,
reinforcing the collective responsibility to keep these memories
alive.
Founded more than four decades ago, the ACSNC has consistently
worked to promote Azerbaijani culture and history in the United
States, organizing various cultural and educational activities for
the diaspora. With the ongoing support of the State Committee, the
Azerbaijani Youth Dance Ensemble continues to offer national dance
classes, thereby strengthening cultural identity among young
Azerbaijanis living abroad.
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