This is hard to believe, but behind the large-scale activities of the Nargis charitable fund, led by Ulviyya Mahmudova, there are only four fragile women – people with big hearts, tough time management, iron nerves and a huge desire to help everyone who needs help pro bono. Over the eight years of the fund's existence, they have already gifted life and health to many children. And we asked our heroines to answer our questionnaire in order to get to know them better.
Narmin Ibrahimbeyli
Executive Director of the Nagis Fund
1. The funniest occasion at the "Cold Hands, Warm Hearts" Fair?
Happiness in the eyes of children from the orphanage attending our fair.
2. The brightest memory associated with children?
My first working trip to Istanbul, where I witnessed an unforgettable picture: two-year-old Alishka for the first time in his life heard the voice of his mother.
3. What are you missing the most during quarantine?
Our fair and visits to orphanages.
4. What are you doing after a long day of work?
Spending time with my family.
5. The most life-affirming film?
"It's a Wonderful Life"
6. What did the children teach you?
Always and under any circumstances protect the inner child deep down.
7. When was the last time you cried?
A month ago.
8. What those who want to do charity work should remember?
Wait for nothing in return, do everything from the heart and love your work.
9. What's the most valuable thing in your life?
My family
10. Is it easy for you to say no?
No
11. What does your day begin from?
From the kisses of my children
12. What will you never forget when you leave the house?
My wallet and a mask =)
13. Happiness is...
Happiness is the well-being of your loved ones
Lala Khalilova
Deputy Executive Director of the Nagis Fund
1. The funniest occasion at the "Cold Hands, Warm Hearts"Fair?
When 40 kg samovar was stolen from under the nose of the landlord. :)
2. The brightest memory associated with children?
I can't single out one thing. Every visit of children is a storm of emotions, bright moments.
3. What are you missing the most during quarantine?
First of all, our fair. 100% occupation, working hard, scenery, layout, communication with participants. After all, thanks to raising from the fair, many children get a chance at being healthy.
4. What are you doing after a long day of work?
I play games.
5. The most life-affirming film?
"The Pursuit of Happyness".
6. What did the children teach you?
Enjoy life, seize beautiful moments here and now
7. When was the last time you cried?
Yesterday.
8. What should those who want to do charity work remember?
You need to have a clean heart and nerves of steel.
9. What's the most valuable thing in your life?
My family
10. Is it easy for you to say no?
No
11. What does your day begin from?
From coffee
12. What will you never forget when you leave the house?
My phone.
13. Happiness is...
Happiness is when everyone is healthy.
Aydan Nasibova
Nargis Fund Administrative Manager
1. The funniest occasion at the "Cold Hands, Warm Hearts" Fair?
It was a rainy day. We were soaking wet from 6 to 10 a.m. The result: wet, but happy, waiting for our President and the First Lady.
2. The brightest memory associated with children?
Istanbul and the girl Fatima, dreaming of a "Pepe". I really wanted to make her happy, fulfill her dream. After discharge, new friend "Pepe" was waiting for her in intensive care.
3. What are you missing the most during quarantine?
I miss this warm, cozy atmosphere that I have always met at the fair
4. What are you doing after a long day of work?
I surround myself with the warmth and care of people dear to me
5. The most life-affirming film?
«1+1»
6. What did the children teach you?
To love without a reason
7. When was the last time you cried?
8th of March, when one beloved, little girl became an "angel".
8. What should those who want to do charity work remember?
You need to do everything selfless and not wait for an occasion
9. What's the most valuable thing in your life?
Family and health of the loved ones
10. Is it easy for you to say no?
Oh, it's not easy! But life teaches that sometimes it is simply necessary
11. What does your day begin with?
Alarm clock – glass of water with lemon – morning run
12. What will you never forget when you leave the house?
Golden rule: purse, keys and phone
13. Happiness is...
Happiness is the laughter of people you love... and your own
Narmin Mammadova
Project Manager of the Nagis Fund
1. The funniest occasion at the "Cold Hands, Warm Hearts" Fair?
When the heads of diplomatic corps, having forgotten for a while all the trouble, had fun with children from orphanages at the fair
2. The brightest memory associated with children?
Healing of little Ugur, whose brave heart coped no matter what
3. What are you missing most during quarantine?
Lightness in every day. And also our fair.
4. What are you doing after a long day of work?
Trying to fill the knowledge gaps. And Netflix, of course :)
5. The most life-affirming film?
"Your Name"
6. What did the children teach you?
Do not stop believing in miracles
7. When was the last time you cried?
It happens
8. What should those who want to do charity work remember?
That it for everyone, anyone can do it. You just have to really want it.
9. What's the most valuable thing in your life?
Love for God and my mother
10. Is it easy for you to say no?
Not without mental torment. I try. I'm learning.
11. What does your day begin with?
Unfortunately, with social networks
12. What will you never forget when you leave the house?
It was a smile before, now it's a mask...
13. Happiness is...
The ability to believe and wait
