During a visit to Kyiv, Mohamed Elsanousi, Executive Director of the Network for Religious and Traditional Peacemakers and Commissioner with the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), met with Elshad Ibrahimov, Deputy Chairman of the United Diaspora of Azerbaijanis of Ukraine (UABD), SİA reports.
The discussion centered on the status of religious and ethnic minorities in Ukraine, their integration into society, and ways to strengthen mutual understanding across communities.
Ibrahimov described the Azerbaijani diaspora as a “cultural, humanitarian, and spiritual bridge” between the peoples of Azerbaijan and Ukraine. He said Azerbaijanis have long been integral to Ukrainian society while remaining committed to the country’s multicultural principles. “Azerbaijanis freely practice their religion,” Ibrahimov said. “Ukraine respects freedom of belief and promotes mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among all faiths. It’s a model of tolerance that both Ukraine and Azerbaijan can be proud of.”
He noted that Azerbaijani community members take part in both religious observances and national cultural events. Since the start of the war in two thousand twenty-two, the diaspora has sustained a spirit of solidarity, with Azerbaijani business leaders and philanthropists providing medical, humanitarian, and social aid to soldiers and civilians alike. “Their support reflects not only loyalty to Ukraine but also a deep commitment to universal human values,” Ibrahimov said.
As part of the meeting, Ibrahimov presented Elsanusi with a photo album documenting the diaspora’s social, cultural, and humanitarian projects in Ukraine, including charity drives, iftar gatherings, and relief efforts during wartime.
Elsanousi said the meeting underscored not just the vibrant role of the Azerbaijani diaspora but also the enduring power of faith and coexistence. “Bridges between religions and cultures are among the most powerful forces that unite humanity,” he said. “Faith transcends borders, wherever people live, compassion, justice, and peace are the values that connect us all.”
Leaders from the Finn Church Aid (FCA), Finland’s largest humanitarian organization operating in twelve countries, also attended the meeting. They emphasized the importance of dialogue, empathy, and respect among different faiths and cultures.
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