Aidin is a dynamic professional with over five years of experience in project coordination and leadership across various sectors. Currently pursuing a master’s in international affairs with a focus on global governance from American University, he has developed strong analytical and research skills, having contributed to impactful projects such as evaluating citizen education programs in Northern Ireland. As a Program Fellow at Civica, Aidin supports initiatives in civic education, policy advocacy, and leadership development, contributing to research, communication materials, and event coordination. He played a key role in InterAction’s congressional fellowship and helped develop an ethnic leadership voter education toolkit for the Common Ground for America initiative. His expertise centers on the Caucasus and Central Asia, where he conducts in-depth research on the region’s economic, political, security, and energy dynamics. He is also a frequent commentator on international news networks, providing analysis on key regional developments. As the founder of the Azerbaijani Student Association and head delegate for Florida International University’s Model United Nations program, Aidin has demonstrated leadership in fostering cultural exchange and organizing large-scale events. Fluent in Turkish and Azerbaijani, he excels in high-pressure environments, ensuring efficient project execution and meaningful outcomes.

