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The 3rd ADA University Alumni Forum was held in Europe, in Italy under the theme, “Inspire. Impact. Change”, on December 8, 2024, at the Azerbaijani Culture Center in Rome.

Organized by ADA University in collaboration with the Institute for Development and Diplomacy, ADA University Foundation, KOLİN, the Youth Foundation of Azerbaijan, and the Azerbaijani Students and Alumni Platform (ASAP), the forum brought together ADA alumni, management, and faculty to have discussions on University's upcoming plans and exchange ideas about the future of evolving labor market, as well as new trends, challenges, and opportunities in global job landscape.

Participants also had a chance to discuss collaboration opportunities on alumni mobilization projects, and networked with peers.

The Forum started with a video welcoming by Ambassador Hafiz Pashayev, Rector of ADA University.

Addressing the alumni, Rector Pashayev said:

“The doors of ADA University are always open to alumni, the lifelong members of the ever-growing ADA family. Alumni are not just ambassadors of their alma mater, but also changemakers and drivers of development no matter where they are.”

The forum continued with welcoming remarks delivered by H.E. Amb. Rashad Aslanov, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Italy and Gulnar Taghizada, Deputy Director of the Azerbaijani Culture Center in Rome.

Introductory speeches were delivered by Gadir Khalilov, Acting Executive Director from Youth Foundation of Azerbaijan and Sevda Mansurova, Executive Director from ASAP.

Dr. Elkin Nurmammadov, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs at ADA University, presented an overview of the University’s progress and outlined its strategic goals for the future.

The session moderated by Dr. Nurmammadov, titled "The Future of Work: How Universities Should Adapt,” examined the opportunities shaping the education field and job environment.

The session led by Dr. Anar Valiyev, Associate Professor at ADA University, under the topic, "Mobilizing ADA Alumni for Stronger Impact," featured discussions on innovative projects to strengthen community mobilization.

ADA Alumni Association's Board of Directors member, Sabuhi Khalili said:

"The Alumni Forum presents an excellent opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni. It allows us to revive the friendly atmosphere of our student days, contribute meaningfully to the growth of ADA University, and give back to the community."

The ADA University Alumni Forum is annually held in different corners of the world and unites nearly 100 graduates living abroad to exchange ideas, foster connections, and discuss impactful initiatives strengthening the global ADA community.