About us
A home away from home for Afghan Turkic families.
Our story
From the mountains of Afghanistan to the valleys of California.
Afghan Turkic families — Uzbek, Turkmen, and others — have deep roots in northern Afghanistan, in cities and villages where Turkic poetry, carpet weaving, and the art of hospitality have flourished for centuries.
As more of our families settled in Northern California, we found ourselves longing for the sound of our languages, the rhythm of our celebrations, and the comfort of familiar faces. What began as neighbors sharing meals and holidays grew into an organized community.
Today, the Afghan Turkic Community in California offers weekend classes for children, hosts cultural and religious gatherings, and helps families — especially newcomers — feel at home.
Our mission
To preserve and share the languages, faith, and cultural heritage of Afghan Turkic people while empowering our families to thrive in California.
Our vision
A confident new generation that is fluent in its heritage, grounded in its values, and fully engaged in American civic life.
Our promise
Programs that are welcoming, affordable, and run with transparency — by the community, for the community.
What guides us
Our values
Hospitality
Every guest is welcomed at our table, just as our grandparents taught us.
Respect for elders
We listen to the generation that carried our traditions across the world.
Education
Knowledge of language and faith is a gift we owe our children.
Unity
We bring people together across backgrounds, regions, and generations.
Service
We show up for one another — in celebration and in times of need.
Belonging
Being proudly Afghan, proudly Turkic, and proudly Californian at once.
The meaning of our emblem
Two homelands, one circle.
Our logo joins the snowy peaks of the Hindu Kush with the Golden Gate, palm trees, and the California bear. Traditional Afghan carpet patterns and Turkic ornament frame the scene, while the crescent and star speak to our faith and Turkic heritage. The black, red, and green ribbon honors Afghanistan; the turquoise wave honors the wider Turkic world.
Be part of the story
Our traditions grow stronger with every family that joins.
Membership keeps classes affordable and gatherings open to all. Donations fund teachers, books, and celebrations for the next generation.