A founding director and educator with a background in STEM instruction, community leadership, and software architecture, Zhanat Zhapparov specializes in bridging the gap between theoretical pedagogy and scalable technology. A Harvard-educated leader with a Master of Liberal Arts in Mathematics for Teaching and a Master of Education in ESL, he has dedicated over eight years to high-level K-12 STEM instruction while simultaneously architecting complex systems as the founder of the Intellectuals League Inc. and the Central Asian Student Association at Harvard.

Manizha Kosimova is a student at the University of Massachusetts Boston pursuing a degree in International Relations with a minor in Human Rights. Originally from Tajikistan, she serves as a representative of the Post-Soviet Nations Club at UMass Boston and is an active member in Central Asian groups within the Greater Boston area. Manizha is dedicated to promoting Central Asian heritage, her efforts include sharing the rich traditions of Tajik culture through community engagement, cultural programming, and advocacy, she works to strengthen intercultural connections while celebrating the traditions, history, and values of her homeland. 

Nilufar Qahorova is the Founding Director of the Turan Association, an Uzbek cultural nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting education, healthcare collaboration, cultural exchange, youth development, and community empowerment. She is also the Founder of the Central Asian Healthcare Initiatives, advancing efforts to strengthen health systems and improve prevention and early detection of non-communicable diseases across the region.
Nilufar is a global health professional and researcher in non-communicable diseases at Harvard Medical School.
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As the Head of the Azerbaijan Cultural Center in Massachusetts, he serves as a bridge between cultures, promoting Azerbaijani heritage and fostering cross-cultural appreciation within the community. Additionally, he is the owner of AZ Service LLC, a construction firm committed to delivering excellence and transforming visions into reality. He is also the founder of Wunderkind Planet Daycare, a child care center dedicated to provide a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive environment.

Mustafa Rahmatulin holds a B.A. in Economics from Bosphorus University in Turkey and brings more than 15 years of experience in international trade, logistics and health tourism. Throughout his career, he has spearheaded multinational projects across the Eurasian region, working with government institutions and diverse professional teams. Mustafa specializes in leadership, team development, and building collaborative environments that foster growth and innovation. Passionate about solving complex challenges and creating sustainable solutions, he recently relocated to the Greater Boston area to seek outstanding educational opportunities for his family.

Zhibek is an IT Engineer at a California startup, specializing in process automation and software delivery. She is a strong advocate for Human Rights and served as an official representative for activist Rita Karasartova during her presidential campaign in the Kyrgyz Republic. As a mother of a toddler, Zhibek values family traditions and wants her son to learn about Kyrgyzstan's roots and Central Asian culture. She is eager to contribute her skills to a TurkicStan that shares her values.