IMPACT-se's latest research, conducted in partnership with the Ruderman Family Foundation, reveals that Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan overwhelmingly reject radical ideologies in their curricula and foster tolerance toward Jews and Israel. These findings have been highlighted in an op-ed emphasizing the critical role of education in shaping Central Asia's geopolitical future. The findings, particularly from IMPACT-se's *Azerbaijan Textbook Report*, demonstrate how education is being used as a bridge between East and West. Azerbaijan's textbooks present Judaism alongside Islam and Christianity, reinforcing an inclusive national identity. As geopolitical alliances shift, IMPACT-se's research underscores the importance of fostering education systems that promote mutual understanding and strengthen ties with the West.
Between East and West: Education in Central Asia can shift the geopolitical balance
