Umid HSSCenter was awarded with Certificate as a National Winner on Sustainability in «Energy Globe Prize – 2007» competition arranged all over the world
25-26 May, 2008, Brussels, Belgium

«Umid» HSSC participated at World Prize on Sustainability-2007 («Energy Globe) Contest organized by European Parliament and was awarded with Certificate as a National Winner by International Jury.

Umid HSSC received the certificate from Chairwoman of the International Energy Globe Jury Maneka Gandhi.

Charity event was organized in the Children’s House #3
Children’s House #3, Khatai region, May 27, 2008

«Umid» Humanitarian and Social Support Center organized Charity Event in the Children’s House #3 on 27th of May, 2008.

The event was arranged within the framework of «Extension of the Youth’s Employment and Economic Opportunities along Baku Corridor» project being implemented under financial support of BP and its Partners.
 

The Programme ‘Improvement of potable water provision’ implemented by Umid HSSC has been selected to be presented at the panel 2 on Literacy and Health during the UNESCO Regional Literacy Conference to be held in Baku, Azerbaijan on 14 – 16 May 2008.

The Programme "İmprovement of potable üater provision is implementing by the support of BP and its Partners along the BTC/SCP communities since 2005.

The first training on Organizational Assessment Tool was arranged on April 2008, in Ganja within the framework of Community Investment Program-III.

Community Investment Program-III is implementing under the support of BP & its Partners and Save the Children by Umid HSSC, Bilik and Enlightener Youth Organization.

The seminar was arranged with the participation of youth launched their businesses
April 29, 2008, Kurdamir region

Umid Humanitarian & Social Support Center arranged the seminar on May 29, 2008 in Kurdamir region with the participation of youth launched their businesses within Jump Start Economical Projects.

The aim of the seminar was to organize experience exchange among the youth.

 7 Community Projects were successfully completed in North-East regions

«Umid» Humanitarian and Social Support Center arranged the opening ceremonies of 7 Community projects implemented by «Umid» Humanitarian & Social Support Center under the financial support of USAID and technical support of International CHF in Guba, Khachmaz, Davachi and Gusar regions.

These community projects was identified as a priority by the Community Development Councils and will serve to improve the living conditions of population.

Apprentices were awarded with certificates and provided with finance to begin their business activity
The 11th of April,2008, Baku

19 youth received vocational skills through apprenticeship method in Sahil settlement of Garadagh region were awarded with certificates on April 11, 2008.

Apprenticeship courses were organized within the framework of Future Communities Program implemented by «Umid» Humanitarian and Social Support Center under financial support of BP and its partners, and technical support of Save the Children.

On April 9, 2008, the opening ceremonies of Water Purification Devices in Atakishili and Chohranli Communities of Kurdamir region and Alpout and Garabork Communities of Ujar region were arranged to handover the devices for utilization.

The Water Purification Devices were installed within Improvement of provision of potable water- II Stage project implemented by Umid Humanitarian and Social Support Center under the financial support of BP and its Co-Ventures.

«Improvement of potable water provision in the communities along Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline» project, implemented by «Umid» HSSC, was declared a national winner for Azerbaijan amongst 853 projects submitted by 109 countries.

«Improvement of potable water provision in the communities along Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline» project has been implemented in Kurdamir, Ujar and Agdash regions under financial support of BP and its partners since 2005.

 

Novruz Holiday Event was organized in Hajihuseynli village on March 17, 2008

Though about an hour remained till the beginning of an event, there gathered a lot of people in the Central Square of Hajihuseynli village. Everybody from children to adults was lived a holiday happiness. This day was double holiday for them. Everyone spoke about that the organizations of CHF and «Umid»HSSC, implemented projects in their village, shared their happiness and that they brought present to this event as well.

Apprenticeship graduates were involved into business trainings
Baku, March 13-14, 2008

On March 13-14, 2008, a Business Training was conducted with the participation of 17 youth enhanced their vocational capacities on hair-dressing, auto-engine fitting, electric engine fitting, cell-phone repair, computer programming via the apprenticeship courses realized in the areas of sahil settlement of Garadagh rayon.

Star Communities were selected
Ganja, March 13, 2008

On March 13, 2008 a meeting was arranged in Ganja regional office of Umid HSSC within the frameworks of «Community Investment Program-III» jointly implemented by Save the Children, Umid HSSC, Ganja Regional Organization of "Bilik" Educational Society and Youth Enlighteners under the financial support of BP and Its Partners.

On February 27, 2008 was arranged ceremony related with putting the Water Purifiers into operation in Teze Shilyan village of Ujar region.

The ceremony was realized within Improvement of provision of potable water- II Stage project implemented by Umid Humanitarian and Social Support Center and Teze Shilyan community under financial support of BP and its Co-Ventures.

The graduates acquired vocational capacities were provided with finance to set up their businesses
Baku, February, 22, 2008

3 graduates of Apprenticeship courses signed Agreements on Jump-Start Economic Projects on February 22, 2008. The graduates were provided with financial support to start up their business and launch entrepreneurship activity within the frameworks of the agreements.

The primary education condition of IDPs underway
 

The 15th of September, 2007, Baku city

On September 15, 2007, the opening ceremony of newly repaired classrooms in Kelbadjar secondary school # 117 was celebrated.

Since July 2007, the repair-construction activities were implemented in 4 classrooms and 2 community rooms in three schools – in Fizuli region secondary school #9 and Kelbadjar region secondary school # 117 and in Demirchiler village school of Gubadly region, the ceilings and floors of 11 classrooms and 1 community room were repaired.

16 IDP youths graduated from apprenticeship course were certified
 

The 10th of September,2007, Sumgait city

On September 10, 2007, the certificates were presented to 16 IDP youth who acquired vocational skills through Apprenticeship method.

The youth have acquired relevant skills in the barber and hairdresser, engine repairs, confectionery, dressmaker, welder, mobile phone repairs, car fitter and photo-video courses they attended since March 2007.

"Umid" HSSC held its next annual summer seminar in Masally city
06-07 July, 2007, Masally city

"Umid" HSSC held its next annual summer seminar  on July 06-07, 2007 in Masally city.

The goal of the seminar on "Motivation and Organizational Culture" is to eradicate demotivation in organizational development and organization.

Alternative energy devices installed in two more communities
28 July, 2007, Akstafa, Tovuz region

On June 28, 2007 the opening ceremonies of the demonstration projects implemented by the communities on use of energy resources were held in Akstafa and Tovuz regions.

The demonstration projects were carried out within the frame of the «Support to Environmental and Energy Initiatives» project implemented with the support from Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan Co. (BTC Co.) and South Caucasus Pipeline Co. (SCP Co.) Companies.

Winners of painting and article contests on «Environment, Energy and Safety» were awarded prizes
27 June, 2007, Tovuz region

 

On June 27, 2007 the award ceremony of the winners of the painting and article contest on «Environment, Energy Use and Safety» was held in Tovuz region.

134 articles and 286 paintings were submitted from 19 secondary schools in Tovuz and Akstafa regions. The paintings and articles submitted for the contest were evaluated and 28 schoolchildren were awarded various prizes.

The opening ceremony of two more demonstration projects implemented by the communities was held
31 May, 2007, Shamkir region

On May 31, 2007 the opening ceremonies of the demonstration projects on use of alternative energy resources and safety implemented by the communities were held in Deller Jeyir and Deller Dashbulag communities of Shamkir region.

The demonstration projects were realized within the frame of the «Support to Environmental and Energy Initiatives» project implemented with the support of Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan Co. (BTC Co.) and South Caucasus Pipelines Co. (SCP Co.) Companies.

The demonstration projects on use of alternative energy resources and safety were completed
30 May, 2007, Ujar, Yevlakh, and Goranboy regions

On May 30, 2007 the opening ceremonies of the demonstration projects on use of alternative energy resources and safety implemented by the communities were held in Ujar, Yevlakh and Goranboy regions.

The demonstration projects were realized within the frame of the «Support to Environmental and Energy Initiatives» project implemented with the support of Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan Co. (BTC Co.) and South Caucasus Pipelines Co. (SCP Co.) Companies.

Staff members of "Umid" HSSC were involved in training sessions on «Anti-manipulation technologies in communication«

13 staff members of «Umid» HSSC were involved in training sessions on «Anti-manipulation technologies in communication«.

Training sessions were conducted by representatives of «B&B» Company.

Implementation of two more community projects in Zykh road completed
3 May, 2007, Zykh road, Khatai district

The opening of the projects implemented by "Umid" HSSC and communities within the frame of «Zykh Community Development Initiative» project funded by of Community Investment Programme of BP Exploration (Shahdeniz) Ltd. was held on May 3, 2007.

Opening ceremonies of the micro-projects were arranged in Samadabad and Eyvazlilar communities on usage of alternative energy resources

16 February, 2007, Yevlakh region

On February 16, 2007 ceremonies on the opening of the micro-projects on usage of alternative energy resources in Yevlakh region’s Samadabad and Goranboy region’s Eyvazlilar communities were held.

The micro-projects were realized with the «Support to Environment and Energy Initiatives» project implemented with financial assistance from Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) and South Caucasian Pipelines Partners.

Winners of painting and article contests held on «Environment, Energy and Safety» were awarded prizes

16 February, 2007, Yevlakh region

On February 16, 2007 a ceremony was arranged for awarding the winners of painting and article contests arranged on «Environment, Energy and Safety» in Yevlakh region.

113 articles and 87 paintings were submitted from 12 secondary schools of Agdash and Yevlakh regions on «Environment», «Enegy» and «Safety» topics. Paintings and articles introduced to the contest were evaluated, and 30 of them were awarded various prizes.

Solar panels were installed in Karrar village Community for electricity energy

Solar panels have been installed on a water purifier placed in Karrar village community of Kurdamir region.

This Solar Energy Device consisting of 2 Solar Panels and Batteries has an energy power of 3,6 kV. The device helps supply the water purifier and water pump with energy. Moreover, lightening the surrounding area is implemented with energy produced by this device.

 

Two more communities – Karrar village and Bargushad communities were provided with potable water
 2 November, 2006, Kurdamir and Ujar regions

Ceremonies related with putting the Water Purifiers into operation in Kurdamir region Karrar village and Ujar region Bargushad communities are intended to be arranged on November 2, 2006.

The ceremony will be arranged within the «Improvement of Potable Water Provision» project implemented by «Umid» HSSC in Karrar village and Bargushad communities with financial support from Baku/Tbilisi/Ceyhan (BTC Co.) and South Caucasian Pipelines (SCP Co.) Partners.

17 asylum-seeking youth have gained vocational skills
"Umid" HSSC's Field Office, Baku

On October 27, 2006 Certificates were awarded to 17 who successfully completed the Apprenticeship courses  within the «Logistical support and apprenticeship courses for asylum-seekers in Azerbaijan»project .
 

Three more community projects have been finalized  
10 October, 2006, Zykh, Khatai district, Baku

On October 10, 2006 ceremonies were arranged on the opening of the projects implemented by "Umid" HSSC and Zykh communities in communities within the «Zykh Community Development Initiative» project funded by BP Shahdeniz Company within the "Community Investment Program".

New academic year in new classrooms  
15 September, 2006, Sumgait town

On September 15, 2006 «School day» was celebrated in Gubadly region's Khalaj rural school named after B.Asgerov.

The opening ceremony was attended by UNHCR representatives, by an representative from the department of Apparatus of Cabinet of Ministries for problems of Refugees and IDPs, immigration and work with international agencies, by the Head of Gubadly region ExCom, by a representative of Sumgayit ExCom and by the Head of Gubadly region Education Department, as well as by teachers and community members.

A round table was conducted for new entrants of the high Institutions
14 September, 2006, Zykh, Khatai

On September 14, 2006 "Umid" HSSC held a meeting in Zangilan region's secondary schools #116, 63 and 7 with nearly 120 graduates of the class of 2006 who were accepted to colleges and universities for undergraduate education.

The meeting arranged within the Technip-funded Zykh Community Information Project was mainly for congratulating the graduates and for providing them with detailed information on BP/Shahdeniz and "Umid" HSSC.

A regional Conference was held in Guba
26 July, 2006, Jannat Baghi, Guba

On July 26, 2006 International CHF and "Umid" HSSC  jointly held a conference  in Guba.

The conference was aimed at the establishment of inter-communityrelations, at strengthening relationships with Community Development Councils, municipality and local executive bodies, and at exchange of experiences by communities which have already implemented projects.

Gulaband Community was provided with potable water
4 July, 2006, Gulaband village, Ujar region

On July 4, a ceremony on putting into operation the Water Purification Units in Gulaband community of Ujar region was arranged.

The ceremony was realized within the «Improvement of potable water provision» project implemented by «Umid» HSSC and Gulaband community with financial support from Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC Co.) and South Caucasian Pipeline (SCP Co.) partners under Community Investment Program (CIP).

A future craftsman on the way of development
3 July, 2006, Ganja

On July 3, 2006 an exhibition was arranged in Arts Center of Ganja city named A future craftsman on the way of development within the joint project of Save the Children and "Umid" HSSC.

The goal of the exhibition was to display hand works of apprentices who finished the courses on Apprenticeship component realized within BTC-CIP.

"Umid" HSSC held a workshop on Business Ethics and Communication in Guba
9-10 June, 2006, Guba

"Umid" HSSC held its next summer workshop on Business Ethics and Communication in Guba.

The workshop was aimed at the improvement of both material and human recourses of the Center, representation and protection of the Center’s image in a level it deserves, as well as the establishment of efficient business relationships among its teams.
 

"Support of a Child to a Child" charity campaign
7 June, 2006, SOS Children village, Ganja

On June 7, 2006 Save the Children and «Umid» HSSC held a "Support of a Child to a Child" charity campaign in SOS Ganja Children Village.

During the campaign 9 young apprentices who acquired vocational skills by Apprenticeship method within the framework of the "Community Investment Program" and 5 on-the-job trainers who gave hairdressing lessons to 16 children and 5 mothers and aunts living in SOS Ganja Children Village.

5 asylum-seeking youth gained computer skills
26 April, 2006, Baku Business Center, Baku

On May 24, 2006, 5 youth who successfully completed the computer courses within the project Logistical support and apprenticeship courses for asylum-seekers in Azerbaijan were awarded certificates.

These youth, being the citizens of Chechnya, had been attending the vocational trainings 3 days a week, and permamently and independently benefiting from internet services since March.
 

"Umid" HSSC is proceeding to build the capacities of National NGOs

26 April, 2006, Baku Business Center, Baku

"Umid" HSSC launched the implementation of the "NNGO Capacity Building" project with the financial support from USAID and technical support of World Learning START.

The first training on Management and Supervisory skills was arranged on 25 April 2006 in Baku Business Center. 14 representatives of 7 NGOs cooperating with IMC attended the training.

 

Zykh communities celebrated Novruz Holiday 
14 March, 2006, Zykh, Khatai region, Baku

Novruz holiday with its ancient history is celebrated by Azerbaijanis with great festivity. Novruz is the celebration of new year, welcoming of the first day of graceful spring. Novruz immortalizes our moral values, customs, and traditions of long ages, creates a healthy and firm foundation for the strengthening of solidity and tenderness, care and kindness among people. For this very purpose Novruz Celebrations were arranged with participation of Zykh Communities in Khatai District on March 14 2006, the last Tuesday before Novruz Holiday.

Foundation Laying Ceremony was arranged in order to install water purification technologies
15 March, 2006, Gulabend, Udjar

The first Foundation Laying Ceremony was organized in Gulabend community of Ujar region on March 15, 2006 to install water purification technologies. The event was held with participation of community members, BTC and Azerbaijan Rural Investment Project representatives, and members of neighboring communities. It was arranged within the framework of the «Improvement of Potable Water Provision in Communities» project which is implemented with financial support from BTC Co. and SCP Co. partners.

A general rural meeting was aranged in Kurdamir

A general rural meeting from the range Participatory Rural Appraisal events was arranged in Sighirli village of Kurdemir rayon on December 05, 2005. The event was realized within the framework of «Improvement of Potable Water Provision in Communities along BTC/SCP» project implemented with the funding of BTC Co. and SCP partners.

The next demonstration of the Energy Bus was held in Samukh region
19-22 September, 2005, Samukh

 The next demonstration of the Energy Bus took place in communities of Samukh region on 19-22 September 2005. The demonstration was implemented within the "Effective Energy Usage of Communities and Enlightenment on Improvement of Access to Alternative Energy Sources" project. The project is financed by BP, OSCE, The Eurasia Foundation and International Finance Cooperation.

"Umid" HSSC continues NGOs' capacity building
September, 2005, Baku

Two training sessions - "Project/Report Writing" and "Financial Management" trainings were provided within the framework of "Organizational Management for Reproductive Health (RH) and Family Planning (FP) NGOs" project implemented under the financial support of USAID and World Learning.

4 İDP schools in Sumgayit were repaired and reconstructed
15 September, 2005, Sumgayit

4 IDP schools in Sumgayit were repaired, reconstructed, and supplied with proper equipments within the frame of "Education for Development" project realized withfinancial support from UNHCR and "Umid" HSSC in 2005. An opening ceremony was held on this occasion in Lachin, school #21 ,on September 15.

"Umid" HSSC is building NGOs capacity

1 September, 2005, Delfin Hotel, Baku

4-day Management training was held from August 29 to September 01’2005 at Delfin Hotel.

The training was held within the framework of the Organizational Management for Reproductive Health (RH) and Family Planning (FP) NGOs project with financial support from USAİD and World Learning.

 

16 people completed the computer courses  
1 September, 2005, Zykh, Khatai district, Baku

16 people living in Zykh road area completed computer courses on 1 September, 2005.

The courses were organized within the framework of the "Supporting initiatives" component of the "Zykh Community Development Initiative" project which is implemented by "Umid" HSSC with financial support from BP/Shah Deniz.

A seminar on Flexible Policy for "Umid" HSSC’s Long-Term Projects  was held at Jennet Baghi
24-25 June, 2005, Jennet Baghi, Altiagaj

A seminar on Flexible Policy for "Umid" HSSC’s Long-Term Projects was held at Jennet Baghi on June 24-25, 2005 to evaluate and improve the implementation mechanisms of the projects.

Opening Ceremony in Hostel #16
28 May, 2005, Zykh,Khatai district, Baku

On May 28 about 35 people had gathered in front of the Hostel #16 located in the area of Nargile community. Among them were the inhabitants of the hostel, staff members of "Umid" HSSC Head Office and Zykh Office, leaders of Zykh communities and CAT members who were all invited to the Opening Ceremony held on the completion of  a fundamental reconstruction of electric system of the hostel #16.

28th of May - holiday happiness for Hagigat community members
28 May, 2005, Zykh,Khatai district, Baku

On May 28, 2005 an opening ceremony for one more project – "Construction of gas supply pipeline" - was organized in Zykh Road of Khatai region. The project was implemented by Hagigat community with support from "Umid" HSSC.
 

Exhibition demonstrating the handicrafts of young talents
8 April, 2005, Zykh,Khatai district, Baku

An exhibition demonstrating the handicrafts of talented youth living in Zykh area was organized in "UMID" HSSC’s Zykh Community Resource Center on April 8, 2005. The event took place in the "Club of Culture of the Weaving Center" named after H.Z.Tagiyev of Khatai region of Baku.

Japan representatives presented to IDP schoolchildren present boxes "Dream Boxes"

30 March, 2005, Sumgait

"Umid" HSSC's next event was arranged in School 7, Fizuli, located in Sumgait with participation of representatives from RİSSHO KOCEİ-KAI - Japanese organization and Hayat NGO on March 30, 2005.

A contract signed with a community for implementation of one more micro project

29 March, 2005, Zykh road, Khatai district, Baku

A contract was signed on March 29, 2005 on a project Installation of a mini park with Tokhuju community formed by "Umid" HSSC and functioning in Zykh Highway area of Khatai region.

This micro project is to be realized within the BP- funded Zykh Community Development Initiative Project which is implemented by "Umid" HSSC in the area.

The next Test Demonstration of the Energy Bus was arranged in Sumgait  
28 March, 2005, Sumgait

The next test demonstration of the Energy Bus was arranged at Kimyachilar settlement of Sumgait on March 28’ 2005.

108 people representing the Kimyachilar community members and members of Teacher Parent Association (TPA) active in secondary school # 5 of Jabrayil region participated in the event.

Repair works in kindergarten # 315 were completed

24 March, 2005, Zykh road, Khatai district, Baku

On March 24, 2004 "Umid" HSSC held the opening ceremony on the completion of the project on restoration and repair of water-sewerage system, kitchen, laundry and dish-washing place in the kindergarten #315 situated in Zykh area.

The next Test Demonstration of the Energy Bus was arranged in Umid district  
1 March, 2005, Umid, Baku

Presentation of the Energy Bus and the next test demonstration was arranged in Umid settlement of Garadagh region with the request of BP on March 01’ 2005 in order to improve the implementation of the project.

The elevators of the hostel # 9 were eventually restored..
25 February, 2005, Zykh, Khatai district, Baku

A ceremony was held on February 25, 2005. It was devoted to completion of the "Restoration of the Elevators of the Hostel #9" project which was realized by Doghru Yol community within Zykh Community Development Initiative project which is implemented by "Umid" HSSC with BP/ShahDeniz.

The Effective Usage of Energy Resources and Access to Alternative Energy Sources project grasped an interest of some international and local agencies

4 February, 2005, Baku

With the request of BP the next test demonstration of the Energy Bus was arranged on February 04  2005. 12 representatives of BP, Eurasia Foundation, AzerEnergy Company, Energy Institute and credit agencies participated in the demonstration.

The first Community Demonstration of the Energy Bus was arranged in Khatai district, surrounding area of the Textile Complex named after H.Z.Tagiyev  
12 January, 2005, Baku

The first community demonstration of the Energy Bus was arranged on January 12, 2005, by "Umid" HSSC within the framework of the "Effective Usage of the Energy by Communities and Access to Alternative Energy Sources" project. Two initial demonstrations were arranged for "Umid" HSSC and BP staff.

One more IDP school was repaired under the support of Japan Embassy

On December 27, 2004 "Umid" HSSC held the opening a ceremony on the completion of the project to improve educational facilities and the livelihood of the IDPs populated in the administrative building of the Iron-Concrete Plant #1 of Sumgait at Gubadli region Farjan rural school within the framework of the "Grass roots and Human Safety" Grant Programme of Japan Governance.

 

The Round Table was arranged on completion of the "Humanity is the Peculiarity Belonging Only to a Human" project within the framework of the "Zykh Community Development Initiative Project" 
18 September, 2004, Zykh CRC, Baku

The first ring of the idea - chain of Community Education Projects within the framework of Zykh Community Development initiative project implemented by "Umid" HSSC with BP's funding was the idea of providing barber services to the children living in SOS-Childern's Village Association Azerbaijan. After appropriate negotiations with relevant parties a proposal and business plan was elaborated and the project launched its implementation intended by the plan. 

The Town Hall Meeting on SPPRED:MDGs was arranged in Sumgait

The next Town Hall Meeting (THM) which was planned to be held in 2004 within the framework of the "Public Education and Outreach Program" on State Program on Poverty Reduction and Economic Development was held on September 16-17, 2004 in Sumgait.

The next THM on SPPRED/MDGs was arranged in Shemakha 
on July 01-02, 2004

The next Town Hall Meeting (THM) within the framework of Public Education and Outreach Program on State Program on Poverty Reduction and Economic Development was arranged on July 01-02, 2004 in Shemakha region.

The next THM on SPPRED was arranged in Guba 
on June 10-11, 2004 

The next SPPRED: MDGs/Town Hall Meeting (THM) on Public Education and Outreach Program was arranged on June 10-11, 2004 in Guba region.

The next THM on SPPRED was arranged in Mingechevir on May 5-6, 2004

The next Town Hall Meeting (THM) on Public Education and Outreach Program within the framework of the State Program on Poverty Reduction and Economic Development (SPPRED) was arranged on May 5-6, 2004 in Mingechevir region.

The next THM on SPPRED was arranged in Nakhichevan 
on April 15-16, 2004

The next Town Hall Meeting (THM) on Public Education and Outreach Program within the framework of the State Program on Poverty Reduction and Economic Development (SPPRED) was arranged on April 15-16, 2004 in Nakhichevan region.