As reported, Nailekhanim Isayeva, a prominent educator and educational organizer, the co-founder of “Dunya” School of Khazar University passed away on April 3, 2021.

Nailekhanim Isayeva was born on May 29, 1947, in Guba, Azerbaijan. She graduated from the Institute of the Russian Language named after the 50th anniversary of the USSR (present-day Baku Slavic University), and found a career in teaching Russian language in secondary schools and Khazar University.

Nailekhanim Isayeva’s life and activities were deeply dedicated to “Dunya” school. Her constructive and eternal impact was undeniable on the establishment and development of “Dunya” School under Khazar University in 1998, the first private university in Azerbaijan.

Under her leadership and supervision, the school became famous in the Azerbaijani secondary education system as an innovative educational institution and gained public prestige. In 2009, “Dunya” School became a member of the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and received an international status and identity. During 2012-2013 academic year, Dunya School was awarded the title of “The Best School of the Year” in Azerbaijan.

Nailekhanim Isayeva also had a fruitful role as an advisor to Khazar University’s Board of Directors and Trustees since 2010.

In addition to her pedagogical activities, Nailekhanim Isayeva has composed numerous impressive songs, which play prominent roles in singers performances.

Nailekhanim’s friends and acquaintances from Azerbaijan and around the world, including Europe, Asia, America, Africa, and Australia, well-known personalities and ordinary people have contacted Professor Hamlet Isakhanli to express their deeply felt condolences. He is grateful to everyone who shares their grief.

Khazar University’s Board of Directors and Trustees has planned a series of events to perpetuate the memory of Nailakhanim Isayeva.

1. The Nailekhanim Foundation and the Nailekhanim Scholarship for gifted females to enable them to enter higher education are to be established. The Foundation will be financed by Khazar University and Nailekhanim’s family and friends.
2. A Commemorative Book with contributions from Nailekhanim’s friends and colleagues, a Photo Book reflecting Nailekhanim’s life and endeavours, a Book of Music to include piano and orchestral sheet music and vocals of Nailekhanim’s compositions are to be prepared.
3. A Musical Album featuring a collection of Nailekhanim’s songs performed by well-known singers and groups is to be prepared to make this available via YouTube and other channels. A collection of existing video materials reflecting Nailekhanim’s life and achievements is to be gathered and new films are to be created.
4. A Nailekhanim Museum at “Dunya” School is to be established. A Bust Sculpture of Nailekhanim is to be placed at “Dunya” School. Khazar University Cultural Center is to be renamed as Nailekhanim Cultural Center. A Nailekhanim Corner is to be created within the center by placing her bust there.

In order to fulfill these tasks, responsible people, working groups have been appointed and started their work.