My students, fellow teachers, and community members say goodbye to me in November 2012. It was an emotional day because I lived with them for 3 years. I was fully integrated into the community. I was there for my host community all the time. It was...
I am giving a farewell speech to my students, fellow teachers, and community members at my school in Azerbaijan. Standing on the right is Fazil Mammadov, my school principle, and on the left is his deputy Vagif Eyufov.
This image was taken in February of 2012 in Faldar Village, Zagatala Region, Azerbaijan. I had just come to my host family's home from going to the city earlier that day. Two of my younger host sisters were playing with the snow when I got back,...
My husband and I snapped this shot at our city's annual Novruz celebration. Novruz dates back to Azerbaijan's Zoroastrian roots, and builds with weekly celebrations, culminating in a festival filled with food, art, and dance. These young ladies are...
Teachers and Students; Education; Girls' education
My students and I pose for a picture during break time at my school in Azerbaijan. These students are sisters. One is in eight grade and the other is in nine grade.