What We Do

What keeps us busy

Some of it is serious, some of it is plov. All of it is organised by students, for students.

Pear-shaped tea glasses, a small Baku carpet and IRS magazines laid out on the stand

Cultural events

Evenings and stands where Azerbaijani music, dress and traditions take centre stage.

A large group of students smiling in front of the Azerbaijani flag at a social evening

Social events

Dinners and get-togethers where newcomers quickly become regulars.

Student networking

Meeting students across Belgian universities and Azerbaijani associations abroad.

Academic events

Study sessions, talks and advice from students a few years ahead of you.

Career & professional development

CV help, internship tips and conversations with people already working in the field.

Seminars & workshops

Practical sessions on the topics our members ask for.

Language activities & support

Practice in Dutch, French and English, plus help with the paperwork that comes in them.

Sports

Football, volleyball and anything else that gets us out of the library.

Chess

Friendly games and small tournaments, for beginners and seasoned players alike.

National & holiday celebrations

Novruz, Independence Day and the holidays that feel different far from home.

Students tasting şəkərbura, qutab and dolma at the IRS stand

Azerbaijani cuisine & culinary events

Plov, dolma, qutab and paxlava, cooked together and shared with everyone.

Games & social activities

Board games, quizzes and mafia nights that go on longer than planned.

Other student initiatives

Have a plan of your own? We help members turn ideas into events.

Get Involved

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New in Belgium, or here for years already? Either way, there's a seat at the table and a glass of tea waiting.

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