CHICAGO, Illinois — November 11, 2026 — Azerbaijani legal professionals, law students, community leaders, and guests gathered today at Chicago-Kent College of Law in Chicago for a special program dedicated to the Constitution Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

The event, titled “Meeting of Azerbaijani Legal Professionals and Students in America,” brought together members of the Azerbaijani-American legal and professional community for discussions on Azerbaijan’s legal system, constitutional development, professional networking, and cultural heritage.

The program opened with the national anthems of the United States and Azerbaijan, followed by a moment of silence honoring those who sacrificed their lives for the independence and territorial integrity of both countries.

Opening remarks were delivered by representatives of the participating institutions and community organizations, including:

* Amiraslan Yusifov, President of the American Network of Azerbaijani Law Students and Alumni (ALSANA)
* Harold J. Krent, Interim Dean and Professor at Chicago-Kent College of Law
* Elshad Aliyev, Deputy Chairman of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan
* Adika Iqbal, Vice President of the Alliance of Azerbaijani-American Organizations
* Farid Mammadov, President of the Azerbaijan Center of Midwest America (ACMA)

The educational portion of the program included presentations on Azerbaijan’s history, legal system, and Constitution, as well as video presentations highlighting Azerbaijani culture and the country’s constitutional heritage.

A special discussion focused on strengthening and establishing the Azerbaijani legal community in the United States. Azerbaijani-American attorneys, legal professionals, students, and community representatives shared perspectives on professional cooperation, mentorship, networking, and opportunities for greater engagement among Azerbaijani legal professionals across the country.

The program also highlighted Azerbaijani culture through traditional music and dance performances, including tar and accordion music, a cultural quiz, and national dance performances.

The gathering was organized with the participation of the American Network of Azerbaijani Law Students and Alumni, the State Committee on Work with Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Alliance of Azerbaijani-American Organizations, Chicago-Kent College of Law at Illinois Institute of Technology, and the Azerbaijan Center of Midwest America.

“This gathering represents an important opportunity to connect Azerbaijani legal professionals and students, strengthen professional relationships, and introduce Azerbaijan’s legal and cultural heritage to a broader American audience,” said Farid Mammadov, President of the Azerbaijan Center of Midwest America.

The event reflects a growing effort to build stronger educational, professional, and community connections among Azerbaijani-Americans while promoting dialogue, mutual understanding, and cooperation between Azerbaijani and American institutions and communities.

About the Azerbaijan Center of Midwest America

The Azerbaijan Center of Midwest America (ACMA) is an Illinois-based nonprofit educational and cultural organization dedicated to preserving and sharing Azerbaijani culture, history, language, and heritage while promoting educational and cultural understanding between Azerbaijan and the United States.