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In the webinar, which was attended by nearly 30 employees, the director of the Complex, Dr. Rəxşəndə Bayramova, stated that Heydar Aliyev, the National Leader of the Azerbaijani people and the founder of the independent Azerbaijani state, is one of the greatest figures in Azerbaijan’s history. She emphasized that his life and political activity hold a unique place in the history of our country, particularly in the establishment and development of our national statehood traditions.

In his speech, Dr. Elnur Kəlbizadə, Head of the Department at the Institute of Caucasian Studies of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (AMEA), Doctor of Philosophy in History, and Associate Professor, highlighted the significant role the Caucasus region occupies in Heydar Aliyev’s political views. He noted the strategic importance of the Caucasus and its relevance to Azerbaijan’s national interests. He also mentioned that during the years when Heydar Aliyev led our country, his activities were focused on Azerbaijan’s economic, social, and cultural development, the well-being and happiness of our people, and the struggle for our country’s rightful place in the world community.

At the end of the webinar, a discussion was held on questions of interest to the participants.

Ramin Məmmədov was briefed on the activities of the Complex, and it was pointed out that the genocide against Azerbaijanis was carried out not only in Baku but also in Shamakhi, Guba, Yerevan, Zangazur, Karabakh, and Nakhchivan. As a result of this genocide, more than 16,000 people were brutally killed in the Guba district alone, and 167 villages were destroyed.

Starting today, the brochure is being distributed to hotels operating in the region. The aim of the project is to provide local and foreign tourists visiting Guba and surrounding areas with information about the Genocide Memorial Complex and the historical sites located in the areas where the 1918 genocides took place.

A special training program has been developed at the “Genocide Memorial Complex” in Guba for schoolchildren and university students, with the aim of deeply studying the history of Azerbaijan in 1918 and introducing the basics of the guiding profession. This program is designed to not only explain the historical context of the genocide events, the significance of this period, and the importance of preserving historical memory, but also to develop the necessary skills for guiding. The training is enriched with theoretical lessons, interactive presentations, and practical tasks. Students will not only increase their historical knowledge but also acquire professional service skills in the field of guiding. The program aims to strengthen future generations’ historical knowledge and leadership skills.

It is worth noting that the training will be organized between April and September of 2025.

The 5-day training took place in the city of Guba, where employees of the “Genocide Memorial Complex”—Abutalib Turabov, Islam Aslanov, Ulker Zeynalova, and Zarifa Alirzayeva—also participated. During the training, participants visited various reserves and museums in the region and became familiar with historical landmarks. The participants acquired essential knowledge and practical skills in the field of guiding, and at the end of the training, they were awarded certificates.

As part of the project, guides from the memorial complex provided detailed information about these historical monuments to the students attending the exhibition. More than 1,500 students were educated through this initiative. The exhibition aimed to promote the preservation of cultural heritage, draw young people’s attention to the reconstruction process in Karabakh following the Patriotic War, foster a sense of national spirit among the younger generation, and acquaint them with historical truths. It should be noted that the exhibition, held in general education schools, ran from October 20 to November 7.

The event began with a moment of silence in memory of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan. Following this, the director of the Guba History and Ethnography Museum, Mehriban Aliyeva, emphasized that this victory marked a major turning point in Azerbaijan’s modern history. She noted that Victory Day reflects the national pride of the Azerbaijani people and will live on as a symbol of heroism for future generations. Mehriban Aliyeva, the deputy director of the “Genocide Memorial Complex” in Guba, also spoke at the event, underlining that the 44-day war restored historical justice for Azerbaijan. She highlighted the political and strategic advantages the country gained on the international stage as a result of this struggle for the homeland. Fidan Huseynova, the chair of the New Azerbaijan Party’s Guba district organization, remarked that the “Iron Fist” operation, which initiated the 44-day Second Karabakh War, liberated Azerbaijan’s occupied territories from enemy control. She emphasized that, thanks to the unparalleled bravery of our heroic soldiers and martyrs under the command of our victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief, the long-standing wound of Karabakh, once a mere dream and aspiration, has been healed. Family members of martyrs also spoke during the event, stating that with the liberation of Karabakh from occupation, Azerbaijan has become a key player in ensuring stability and peace in the region. They acknowledged the military and political outcomes of this victory, as well as the role of strong leadership in achieving this success. The event concluded with an exhibition held as part of the project “Our Cultural Heritage: Yesterday and Today.” The exhibition showcased monuments in Karabakh that were destroyed during the occupation and later restored after the Patriotic War. It highlighted the importance of restoring Karabakh’s historical heritage and stressed the necessity of preserving Azerbaijan’s cultural legacy.