Emerald Hills Institute

Emerald Hills Institute Emerald Hills Institute seeks to accomplish its vision by engaging in a variety of civic activities and inviting others to generate and share insights.

Celebrating Creativity Through Turkish Water MarblingOn August 15, Emerald Hills Institute hosted a Turkish Water Marbli...
08/28/2026

Celebrating Creativity Through Turkish Water Marbling

On August 15, Emerald Hills Institute hosted a Turkish Water Marbling (Ebru) Workshop, bringing community members together to experience the centuries-old Turkish art of painting on water.

During the hands-on workshop, participants explored the traditional techniques of Ebru, experimented with colors and patterns, and created their own unique marbled artwork. The workshop provided a welcoming space for creativity, cultural learning, and meaningful connection among participants of different backgrounds and experience levels.

We sincerely thank everyone who joined us and helped make the afternoon so enjoyable. Through programs like this, Emerald Hills Institute is proud to preserve and share cultural traditions while creating opportunities for people to learn from one another and build stronger community bonds.

We look forward to offering more art and cultural programs in the future!

Please join us in welcoming Alaa Kergaye to the Emerald Hills Institute Board of Directors!Alaa brings professional expe...
08/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming Alaa Kergaye to the Emerald Hills Institute Board of Directors!

Alaa brings professional experience in accounting, real estate, and event planning. She works as an accountant, is a licensed Utah Realtor, and is a co-founder of Peony & Pearl Events. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Mathematical Science.

Community service has always been important to Alaa. She previously served for two years on the board of the Kurdish Community in Utah and continues to volunteer with community organizations and cultural events. She has also served as a Master of Ceremonies for numerous community gatherings.

Alaa’s passion for bringing people together and building meaningful connections across cultures strongly reflects EHI’s mission. We are delighted to welcome her and grateful for the experience, energy, and perspective she will bring to our Board!

Please join us in welcoming Pakiza Munir to the Emerald Hills Institute Board of Directors!Pakiza is a Grant Compliance ...
08/18/2026

Please join us in welcoming Pakiza Munir to the Emerald Hills Institute Board of Directors!

Pakiza is a Grant Compliance Analyst with the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation and previously supported economic development initiatives and public programs through the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity and other organizations. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Economics with Honors.
An education advocate and committed community volunteer, Pakiza values service, acceptance, and understanding across different faiths and cultures. Her passion for creating spaces where people can connect, learn, and support one another strongly aligns with EHI’s mission.

We are delighted to welcome Pakiza and grateful for the experience and perspective she will bring to our Board!

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Charlotte Gant to the Emerald Hills Institute Board of Directors!Dr. Gant is a retired p...
08/18/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Charlotte Gant to the Emerald Hills Institute Board of Directors!

Dr. Gant is a retired psychiatrist, educator, and community volunteer with extensive experience in mental health, science education, and cross-cultural engagement. She has also welcomed dozens of international exchange students and visitors into her home through PAX, the YES Program, and Utah Global Diplomacy.
Her dedication to compassionate service, education, and international understanding beautifully reflects EHI’s mission. We are grateful to have her leadership and perspective on our Board.

Welcome to EHI, Dr. Gant!

EHI Continues Its Support for Stuff the BusOn August 6, the Emerald Hills Institute team volunteered at Stuff the Bus, a...
08/18/2026

EHI Continues Its Support for Stuff the Bus

On August 6, the Emerald Hills Institute team volunteered at Stuff the Bus, an annual initiative organized by United Way of Salt Lake.

During our shift, EHI volunteers worked alongside other community members as 1,100 backpacks were filled with school supplies for students across Salt Lake County.

EHI has proudly supported this initiative for more than a decade, and we were grateful for another opportunity to contribute to United Way of Salt Lake’s efforts to help local students begin the school year prepared and ready to learn.

Our youth are leading the way. Through the Youth Engagement Grant for 9/11 Day, volunteers will distribute over 25+ back...
08/16/2026

Our youth are leading the way. Through the Youth Engagement Grant for 9/11 Day, volunteers will distribute over 25+ backpacks to unhoused youth, turning compassion into action. Want to see how young people drive real change? Stay tuned next month. 🎒🩵 9/11 Day AmeriCorps

Ready to Serve Our CommunityWe are grateful to the nearly 20 EHI volunteers who came together ready to support the Grani...
08/14/2026

Ready to Serve Our Community

We are grateful to the nearly 20 EHI volunteers who came together ready to support the Granite Education Foundation and its important work for local students on August 4.

Thanks to the incredible response from community volunteers, the needed projects had already been successfully completed. It was wonderful to see how many people stepped forward to support students and educators across our community.
We appreciate the Granite Education Foundation team for all they do to mobilize volunteers and strengthen local schools. Most of all, we thank our EHI volunteers for generously offering their time and arriving ready to serve.

We look forward to future opportunities to work together and make a meaningful difference for Utah students and families.


Leadership Update from Emerald Hills InstituteEmerald Hills Institute announces that Sergazy Nurbavliyev, Ph.D., stepped...
08/06/2026

Leadership Update from Emerald Hills Institute

Emerald Hills Institute announces that Sergazy Nurbavliyev, Ph.D., stepped down from his position as Executive Director effective July 25, 2026. Following formal approval by the Board of Directors, he has returned to serve as Chair of the Board.

Over the past eight years, Dr. Nurbavliyev has served EHI with dedication in several leadership roles, including Education Coordinator, Board Member, Board Chair, and, for the past four years, Executive Director. We are deeply grateful for his leadership, commitment, and many contributions to our educational, cultural, interfaith, and community programs. We are pleased that he will continue advancing EHI’s mission through his leadership on the Board.

EHI’s programs, partnerships, and community services continue without interruption as we strengthen and restructure our leadership team for the organization’s next chapter. Please stay tuned for further updates.

Sharing Breakfast, Strengthening CommunityOn Saturday, July 18, 2026, Emerald Hills Institute (EHI) hosted a Turkish Bre...
08/06/2026

Sharing Breakfast, Strengthening Community

On Saturday, July 18, 2026, Emerald Hills Institute (EHI) hosted a Turkish Breakfast Fundraiser in support of its community programs and services. Guests enjoyed an authentic Turkish breakfast featuring traditional dishes, Turkish tea, and baklava while learning more about EHI’s mission.

Funds raised will help EHI continue providing educational programs, youth activities, interfaith and intercultural dialogue, cultural events, and community service initiatives. These programs bring people from many backgrounds together, strengthen community connections, and create opportunities for learning, collaboration, and service.

The fundraiser was a wonderful success and demonstrated how food and shared traditions can unite people around a meaningful purpose. We sincerely thank everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, and helped make the event possible. Your support enables EHI to continue serving and strengthening our community.

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