09:00 AM – At Azerbaijan University of Languages (ADU), students participating in the "One-Day Caliph" project have begun carrying out their duties.

The first activity of the caliphs was a visit to the bust of National Leader Heydar Aliyev, where they laid flowers in his honor.

09:30 AM – ADU’s Caliph-Rector Nicat Quluzade held a general meeting with the students elected as Caliphs to relevant positions. Discussions were held regarding upcoming tasks, and assignments were given. It was noted that the 2023 edition of the "One-Day Caliph" project was dedicated to the 100th anniversary of National Leader Heydar Aliyev. This initiative is a tribute from ADU to the cherished and unforgettable memory of the National Leader.

11:00 AM – Caliph-Rector Nicat Quluzade met with Moazzam Ali Sahito, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Pakistan in Azerbaijan. The diplomat highly praised the "One-Day Caliph" project. During the meeting, the functioning of ADU’s Pakistan Language and Culture Center was positively evaluated, and views on future cooperation were exchanged. The winners of the essay competition “The Road to Victory” were awarded.

12:00 PM – Caliph-Rector Nicat Quluzade and Vice-Rector for International Relations Ali Rzayev met with Manuel Adalberto Carlos Montenegro Lopes da Cruz, the Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to Azerbaijan. The Ambassador emphasized the significance of the "One-Day Caliph" project.

It was stated that this initiative, supported by ADU Rector, academician Kamal Abdulla, is an important effort to provide students with practical experience in management. Since 2017, students elected through voting take on leadership roles for one day within the university's administration. On that day, students, master’s, and doctoral candidates serve as the rector, vice-rectors, deans, and heads of departments and centers, making decisions on educational, administrative, and other matters, and implementing various innovations.

Nicat Quluzade stated that they are doing their best to live up to the trust placed in them. He added that every young person must work toward a brighter future for their country and nation to the best of their abilities.

The cooperation between ADU and the Brazilian Embassy was also highly praised.

It was noted that ADU students show great interest in the Portuguese language, and teachers provide in-depth instruction. Learning Portuguese is a way to promote Brazilian culture, literature, and history.

2:00 PM – ADU’s Caliph-Rector Nicat Quluzade met with Mohammad Al Bloushi, the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Azerbaijan.

The discussion focused on the growing interest in the Arabic language and new steps to enhance its teaching. It was mentioned that significant progress has been made toward establishing the Arabic Language and Culture Center at ADU. Once opened, this center will foster closer and more productive collaboration and provide new opportunities for students. The Ambassador praised the role of the "One-Day Caliph" project in students’ lives and reviewed the ongoing efforts toward the establishment of the center.

Ambassador Al Bloushi emphasized that the project presents a great opportunity for students. The environment provided to students is highly valuable, with young people entrusted with leadership responsibilities and decision-making roles.

3:00 PM – Caliph-Rector Nicat Quluzade met with Aqshin Baghirov, Director of the Bilasuvar Educational Complex named after National Hero Mubariz Ibrahimov, and students of the school. The growing cooperation between the Educational Complex and ADU was highlighted. It was mentioned that several important steps and events have been carried out within the memorandum of understanding signed between the two institutions. Aqshin Baghirov stated that the "One-Day Caliph" project, initiated by academician Kamal Abdulla, will become an unforgettable memory for students and help develop their leadership skills.

3:30 PM – Caliph-Rector and Vice-Rectors held an online conference with the leadership of Chechen State Pedagogical University. The project was discussed in detail, and both universities were praised for their contributions to education and science. It was announced that the “Open Education Center” of Chechen State Pedagogical University has been opened within ADU’s Department of Pedagogy.

4:00 PM – The Caliph-Rectors organized an event dedicated to the 100th anniversary of National Leader Heydar Aliyev. During the event, Caliph-Rector Nicat Quluzade and Vice-Rector for Social Affairs and Public Relations Aydan Ahmadzade spoke about the life and legacy of Heydar Aliyev, emphasizing his care and support for youth.

In the speeches, it was highlighted that education played a key role in the National Leader’s broad-scale activities and was considered a top priority.

It should be noted that one of the main goals of the "One-Day Caliph" project is to create opportunities for students to actively participate in public life, gain education and knowledge, live a creative and healthy student life, and broaden their horizons.

This project plays an important role in the development of students' self-governance and professional responsibility, as well as qualities such as leadership and diligence.