Ananya S Guha lives in Shillong in Northeast India. His poems have been published in both print and electronic formats, and he has been writing poetry for the last forty years.
Uzbekistan, my homeland, May you forever be safe and strong. The roads to your bright future Have already come into view.
Look at the daughters of Uzbekistan— How beautiful they are! Beautiful is my homeland, My homeland is truly beautiful.
The feeling of my homeland Lives within my blood. Humble is this homeland, Pure and innocent is my homeland.
Upon my motherland’s soil My people’s blood was shed. Here I was born, My Uzbekistan!
Uzbekistan, my homeland, You have become so beautiful. Your homes, your lands, Have become so beautiful.
Uzbekistan, my homeland, You are my whole world. I have witnessed The wonders of the world.
My motherland, May you forever be safe. The roads to your bright future Have already come into view.
Life itself exists Here in this world. I was born in this land— In Uzbekistan.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Rayhona Hasanova Alisher qizi is a fifth-grade student at General Secondary School No. 74 in So‘g‘at, Ishtixon District, Samarkand Region, Uzbekistan. She is a young student with an interest in creative writing and poetry. Her poem “Uzbekistan, My Homeland” expresses her love for her homeland, its people, and the beauty of Uzbekistan.
NEW DOORS OPENING FOR GIRLS: FROM EDUCATION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Every girl has a dream in her heart, a goal, and a vision of her future. However, desire alone is not enough to turn a dream into reality. It requires knowledge, opportunities, support, and, most importantly, self-confidence.
Today, the world is developing at a rapid pace. Technology has become an integral part of our lives, creating new professions and areas of activity. This process is also opening new doors of opportunity for girls. Today, girls are no longer limited to traditional professions; they can make their mark in IT, engineering, design, science, business, media, and many other fields.
For this reason, providing girls with access to education, helping them acquire modern skills, and encouraging their interest in entrepreneurship are among the important issues of our time.
Education is one of the greatest and most important doors opening for women and girls. Knowledge teaches people to think independently, make informed decisions, and build their own futures. Today, young girls have many opportunities to expand their knowledge through educational programs, grants, scholarships, online courses, and international projects.
The importance of education lies not only in professional knowledge but also in the way it transforms a person’s worldview. An educated girl understands her rights and opportunities, strives for innovation, and seeks to play an active role in society.
Modern technologies are expanding these opportunities even further. Today, programming, graphic design, digital marketing, artificial intelligence, media, and other digital fields are creating new career opportunities for young people. In these areas, success depends greatly on a person’s abilities, hard work, and willingness to learn.
For example, in the past, promoting a product or service often required significant financial resources and an office. Today, through the internet and social media, even a small project can be introduced to a wide audience. This creates valuable opportunities for young people to test and develop their ideas.
Entrepreneurship is another important area that is opening new doors for girls. For example, a girl may create handmade products and start selling them online. Another may offer services in design, translation, or programming. Although such activities may begin on a small scale, they can gradually develop into larger projects.
Today, there are many examples of girls taking advantage of these opportunities. Young female entrepreneurs are creating their own brands, providing online services, developing new products, and inspiring other young people to follow their example. This demonstrates that girls are capable of transforming not only their own lives but also the environment around them.
However, along with opportunities, certain challenges still exist. Some girls may give up on their dreams because of self-doubt, lack of experience, or outdated beliefs such as “girls cannot do this.” In my opinion, changing such attitudes is very important.
A person’s abilities are determined not by gender, but by knowledge, hard work, determination, and perseverance.
For me, giving girls opportunities is not simply about helping them; it is about building a strong foundation for the future. A girl who receives an education today can become a knowledgeable professional tomorrow, while a young female entrepreneur can create new jobs and contribute to the development of society. Most importantly, she can later play a role in educating and inspiring the next generation.
A confident girl can also inspire other girls. Therefore, giving every girl the opportunity to receive an education, develop her talents, learn modern skills, and turn her ideas into reality is one of the most important investments we can make in the future of society.
After all, education opens new doors, while entrepreneurship gives girls the courage and opportunity to walk through those doors and build their own future.
About the Author
Farangiz Rakhmonova, 16, is a 10th-grade student at Specialized School No. 2 in Qo‘shrabot District, Samarkand Region. As an avid reader, she is always eager to gain new knowledge and learn new things. She is an active and inquisitive student who has earned several national and international certificates.
The European Renaissance and Science: From Dark Ages to Brilliant Peaks
(Student of Bukhara International University)
There are moments in life that do not just remain in memory; they transform into turning points that radically change a person’s way of thinking, worldview, and future goals. When we turn the pages of human history, we clearly see these great turning points that changed the fate of an entire civilization. The European Renaissance, spanning the 14th to the 17th centuries, is one of those unforgettable and eternal eras.
After the rigid dogmas and stagnation of the Middle Ages, European culture and science took a new breath, as if awakening from a deep sleep. This period did not only restore ancient heritage to humanity; it also opened entirely new horizons in science and art. Every step taken from the shadow of the dark ages toward freedom ensured the victory of humanism—the ideals of love for humanity and human-centered thinking—in society.
At the foundation of this great rise lies the painstaking work of true geniuses who explored the limitless possibilities of their era. Every major discovery sets new standards in society and increases a person’s belief in themselves.
Key Figures of the Renaissance: Leonardo da Vinci: Universal genius and thinker—His works “Mona Lisa” and “The Last Supper” became the pinnacle of harmony between human psychology and anatomy. The artist, who brought depictions to life with the sfumato technique, also drew the first prototypes of modern technologies on the path of science.
Michelangelo Buonarroti: The master who gave life to stone—His marble sculpture “David” became the eternal symbol of human physical beauty and spiritual strength. The massive frescoes he painted on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican are unique masterpieces of world descriptive art.
Galileo Galilei: The astronomer who fought for the truth—By revealing the secrets of the universe with the help of a telescope and proving Copernicus’s views, Galileo defended scientific truth despite the pressure of the church. His courage showed that science always requires sacrifice and determination.
Such recognition and achievements were not just temporary awards, but a great responsibility placed on shoulders for the future. Representatives of the Renaissance period left a great spiritual legacy for generations after them, proving that one must never stop on the path of science. True success is never accidental; it is the fruit of continuous searching, discipline, and ceaseless work.
Opportunities often knock on the door at unexpected moments, but preparation for them must be continuous and solid. The life and scientific legacy of Renaissance geniuses still serve as a source of inspiration for the young generation today and allow every individual to fully realize their potential.
