About ETN Education
The East Turkistan National Education Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving, strengthening, and advancing the educational, cultural, and intellectual life of the East Turkistan people in exile and beyond. Founded with a vision to build a strong and self-reliant diaspora, our mission is to empower the next generation of East Turkistan youth through quality education, cultural identity, and civic responsibility.
Our foundation was established in response to the urgent need to protect and promote the Uyghur language, history, and values amid growing threats to our heritage. Education is the key to survival and progress—both as individuals and as a nation. Therefore, we aim to create a sustainable educational ecosystem that nurtures knowledgeable, confident, and compassionate individuals who contribute positively to their communities and to the cause of freedom and justice for East Turkistan.
We support a wide range of educational initiatives, from community language schools and online learning platforms to teacher training, digital curriculum development, and scholarships for students in need. Our programs emphasize bilingual and bicultural education, combining modern scientific knowledge with the timeless moral and cultural values of our people.
In addition to formal education, the foundation actively promotes cultural preservation through book publishing, research, and the creation of digital archives in the Uyghur language. We also organize conferences, workshops, and youth leadership programs to foster collaboration among scholars, educators, parents, and activists dedicated to the educational future of East Turkistan.
The East Turkistan National Education Foundation operates with full transparency and accountability, guided by principles of service, integrity, and community participation. We rely on the generous contributions of donors and volunteers worldwide who share our belief that education is not only the foundation of freedom but also the seed of national revival.
Our ultimate goal is to establish a sustainable, inclusive, and globally connected education system that ensures every East Turkistani child—no matter where they live—has access to quality learning and a strong sense of identity. Through education, we aim to rebuild hope, preserve our heritage, and prepare our people for a brighter, freer, and more dignified future.