The opening of a training course for trainers took place, which will operate in the regions in the field of cycling

With the support of the AHIK, employees of the AHIITA  participated in a specialization course on modern information technologies. 12 employees of AHIITA participated in the courses organized by Start IT Company from July 7 to August 7 and increased their professional knowledge. The main goal of the training was to improve the digital skills of employees and expand the opportunities for effective use of international software in management and reporting processes. At the end of the training, the participants took exams and were awarded the relevant certificates. It should be noted that such training is planned to be organized continuously in the future to increase the professional knowledge of employees.

At the event the Chairman of the AHIK , Sahib Mammadov congratulated the athletes and their coaches on their determination and winning the gold medal at the European Universities Futsal Championship, and wished them new victories it was noted that the youth and sports policy, founded by the Great Leader Heydar Aliyev, is currently being successfully continued under the leadership of Mr. President Ilham Aliyev. As a result of the purposeful policy, Azerbaijan is considered one of the leading countries in the world in terms of the level of development of sports and the Olympic movement. The Chairman of the AHIK emphasized that the success achieved is a clear example of the state’s care for sports in our country. Deputy Minister of Science and Education of Azerbaijan, President of the Public Union of the Azerbaijan Student Football Federation Firudin Gurbanov noted the role of the AHIK in the team’s success. The Deputy Minister emphasized that the victory of the Academy’s  futsal team over strong rivals In the championship held in Croatia was a historic success. Advisor to the Rector of the Azerbaijan Sports Academy, Vice- President of the National Olympic Committee Farid Mansurov spoke about the attention and care shown to sports in our country and the conditions created for the development of this field. Team members shared their impressions of the championship at the meeting. Futsal players expressed their determination to represent our country worthily in the upcoming competitions and achieve new successes. It should be noted that the futsal team of the Azerbaijan Sport Academy won the tournament, overcoming all its rivals, at the European Universities Futsal Championship held among students in Zagreb, Croatia. Our team player Aghaseyid Seyidov was named the best goalkeeper of the championship. Our team’s participation in the European Championship was organized by the Azerbaijan Student Football Federation Public Union With the support of the AHIK, the AHIITA, the Trade Union of Science and Education Workers, as well as the Azerbaijan Sport Academy and the Association of Azerbaijan Football Federation.

The Azerbaijani team represented our country well at the 32nd Summer Universiade organized by the International University Sports Federation (FISU) held in the Rhine-Ruhr region of Germany from 16-27 July, achieving high results.

In this prestigious competition, which was attended by thousand of students-athletes from more than 130 countries, the Azerbaijani team won a total of 4 medals, including 2 gold and 2 silver, and took 24th place in the team standings.Our medal-winning athletes:

Rhythmic gymnastics group exercise team Composition: Laman Alimuradova, Gullu Aghalarzada, Darya Sorokina, Kamilla Aliyeva and Yelizaveta Luzan.

All around – gold medal

Ribbon- gold medal

Composition with 3 balls and 2 hoops – silver medal

Judo -  Eljan Hajiyev ( 90kg) won a silver medal in his individual performance.

Note that with this result, Eljan Hajiyev won his second consecutive Universiade medal- bronze in 2023 and silver in 2025.

The AHIITA has been a full member and official partner of the International University Sport  Federation (FISU) since 1999. During this period, the Association continues to contribute to the development of the country’s sports by ensuring the preparation and participation of student-athletes in international competitions.

As the AHIITA we sincerely congratulate all our medal-winning athletes and their coaching staff, and wish them greater success in the upcoming competitions.

The opening ceremony of the 32nd World Summer Universiade in Duisburg (Germany)  was held  at a high level and left an unforgettable impression.

During the event, a white dove, a symbol of peace, circled over the stadium, and heart-shaped balloons were released into the air. The opening ceremony was complemented by a speech by FISU President Leonz Eder, the official opening ceremony and the presentation of the Universiade torch.

At this prestigious international event,  Azerbaijan is represented by 71 athletes in 12 sports. The participation of our athletes once again demonstrates the growing potential of our country in youth sports.

We are proud to note that the AHIITA is an official partner of the International University Sports Federation (FISU), which organizes this prestigious event. Within the framework of this partnership, both organizational and moral support is provided to our athletes.

We wish the Azerbaijani delegation success and believe in new achievements of our youth in the international arena.

With the support of AHIK, training has been launched to improve the knowledge and skills of the employees of AHIITA.

The training covers various topics that will contribute to the professional development of employees. Participants are introduced to new approaches and improve their practical knowledge. This initiative clearly demonstrates the importance that AHIITA attaches to sustainable human resource development.

The training will be conducted in stages and cover various topics.

The AHIITA, a subordinate organization of the Azerbaijan Trade Unions Confederation, has created modern and comfortable working conditions for employees.

The organization has offices, spacious meeting  and training halls in accordance with modern standards. All work areas are equipped with the necessary technical equipment, internet and IP telephony systems, which creates conditions for comfortable and functional work of employees.

Currently, AHIITA has chess and intelligence games, wrestling, martial arts and physical training sections. Its students in judo, sambo, karate-do, taekwondo, freestyle and Greco-roman wrestling, chess, mountaineering boxing and rhythmic gymnastics successfully perform in prestigious sports competitions.

In the past period of 2025, the athletes of the Association won a total of 213 medals in local and international competitions. The athletes participating in international tournaments represented our country with 28 gold, 13 silver and 6 bronze medals. In republican-level competitions, they showed high results by winning 51 gold, 49 silver and 66 bronze medals.

A meeting was held  between  athletes and coaches of the AHIITA and AHIK.

At the meeting, the Chairman of the AHIK, Sahib Mammadov, congratulated the athletes and coaches on their achievements. Emphasizing that the youth and sports policy, founded by the Great Leader Heydar Aliyev, is currently being successfully continued under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, Sahib Mammadov spoke

He noted that as a result of the purposeful policy pursued, Azerbaijan is one of the leading countries in the world in terms of the level of development of sports and the Olympic movement.

In commemoration of the 102nd anniversary of National Leader Heydar Aliyev’s birth, representatives from the member and subordinate organizations of the AHIK visited the Alley of Honor. A wreath was laid at the National Leader’s grave, flowers were placed, and his memory was honored with deep respect. The delegation also paid tribute to his wife, distinguished ophthalmologist and academican Zarifa Aliyev, by laying flowers at her grave.

The Baku Marathon 2025 was held on 4 May under the slogan “Conquer the Wind” at the initiative of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, successfully concluded. This marathon, which has been organized since 2016, is of great importance in our country in terms of promoting a healthy lifestyle, increasing support for the development of sports and involving the general public in sports events.

A total of 40 representatives of the AHIK , the AHIITA and the Council of Trade Unions of the Nakhchivan  Autonomous Republic participated in the marathon, demonstrating great motivation and strength. We thank everyone and wish them further success!

Special congratulations to Amrah Naghiyev – a member of AHIK, for taking 6th place overall and 1st place among Azerbaijanis in the Baku Marathon. You are our pride!

The AHIITA organized a meeting with students and youth under the motto “Play Sports, Live healthy”. The aim of the meeting  held at the Academy of Labor and Social relations of AHIK is to promote healthy lifestyle, increase interest in sports and support youth activity.

The event began with the performance of the National Anthem and a minute of silence in memory of national leader Heydar Aliyev and our martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the territorial integrity of our country.

In this speech,  Orkhan Arabov, advisor of the chairman of AHIK, emphasized the successful sports policy for our state and the attention and care given to the development of physical education and sports. He also stated that our athletes have achieved success in prestigious international competitions.

Then Yusif Aghayev, the Acting Rector of the Academy, and Tural Gasimov , the Director of AHIITA, discussed the importance and perspectives of the project, spoke about the future plans of the project, the prospects for the development of sports, and the directions of closer cooperation with youth.

The two-time Paralympic champion, three-time world champion, eight time European champion, and the Honorable Labor Ambassador of AHIK, Ilham Zakiyev, along with the Vice President of the Azerbaijan Kickboxing Federation, Eduard Mammadov, who participated in the event, spoke about their sports careers and emphasized the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

The meeting continued with an interactive question and answer session. The youth addressed their questions to the guests and received useful advice.

At the end of the event, Ilham Zakiyev and Eduard Mammadov were presented with letters of gratitude on behalf of the Azerbaijan Academy of Labor and Social Relations staff for their activity and sharing their valuable experience with the youth.The organizers of the event noted that the “Play sports, live healthy” project will be ongoing and it is planned to organize various educational meetings in the future to cover a wider audience.

A grand parade, the Day of Physical Education and Sports  was organized in Gabala city, the sports capital of Azerbaijan on 5 March 2025.

Athletes, coaches and  directors of the Azerbaijan Trade Unions Sport Organizations Association actively participated in this ceremony.