We thought that this story would be about how, through the request of a guy named Ivan, Salem Social Village was able to send some much needed material assistance to the Medvedko family, who live in the village of Granitogorsk, in the Taraz region. They have 9 children, and so just getting by is pretty […]
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Are you ready for a confusing mix of traditional culture, modern interpretation, and a wonderful injection of vibrancy, Salem Social Village style? Then read on… The Spring equinox in Kazakhstan is Nauriz, the Kazakh New Year, the start of the new cycle of the seasons once more, and a chance to celebrate ethnic traditions and culture. […]
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It is true that there is nothing constant in the world, but evil will not last forever. Isn’t it so that after a harsh Winter comes the deepest blooming Spring? Abai, famous Kazakh poet “Would you be able to help me?” Behind the calm quiet exterior, embarrassed at having to ask the question, you could […]
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Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end. Scott Adams You can talk endlessly about people caring. We care for our parents, children, close friends. We care about whether the heating works at home, or whether the car is working OK. We especially care […]
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