Who we are
“Dan” International Youth Public Union is a non-governmental, non-profit organisation working since 2002. We began by supporting children growing up in children's homes; today our work serves the education, development and active citizenship of all young people.
Our story
Four stages: a path that began in children's homes, young people with disabilities, volunteers, and today's trainings for young people.
- 2002-2008
Beginnings in children's homes
- 2002Teachers, a psychologist and children's home staff founded “Dan”.
- 2002-2005“I Love This World” charity exhibitions.
- 2004-2008The “Dan ulduzu” festival was held five times.
- 2005State registration with the Ministry of Justice.
- 2006-2014
Preparing for independent life
- 2006-2014Vocational training at SOCAR centres, jobs and housing for children's home graduates.
- 2009-2011Health education for girls and women in Baku and 30 regions.
- 2013-2021
Inclusion and volunteering
- 2013, 2016“Sharg Naghili”: a festival for young people with disabilities from 7 countries.
- 2015Young volunteers for the Baku 2015 European Games.
- 2019One of the organisers of Azerbaijan's first Autism Festival.
- 2019-2021Trainings for Youth Houses with UNICEF and EU support.
- 2021“EkoLoqika”: environmental training for young people from 9 countries.
- 2021 to today
Recognition and new steps
- 2021, 2022“Active Youth Organisation of the Year”, awarded by NAYORA.
- 2026Monthly trainings for young people with a new board.
- 2026“Career Navigator” won the Youth Foundation's grant competition.
Our mission
To support children and young people through education and help with social, legal and psychological challenges, to encourage their development, to involve them in active public life, and to help them grow into worthy citizens of Azerbaijan.
Cooperation
We work together, among young people and with our partners.
Humanism
We respect the dignity of every child and young person.
Human values and peace
We are open to everyone, regardless of religion, language or ethnicity.
Patriotism
We support young people in taking an active part in their country's development.
Who we work for
Young people without parental care, young people with disabilities, young people in vulnerable situations, and every young person who wants to expand their opportunities.
Leadership
Sona TanrıverdiyevaChair of the Board (since 2025)
Səbinə ƏliyevaDeputy Chair- Günay NiyazovaBoard member
Former chairs:
Gülarə Teymurova (2002-2018)Vüqar Səfərov (2018-2019)Səbinə Əliyeva (2019-2025)Member of
Full member
Our partners
Organisations that have supported our projects over the years.
Let's reach more young people together
If you are planning a project, training or event for young people, write to us. Since 2002 we have worked with state institutions, international organisations and companies.
Write to us[email protected]