Civic and Social Organizations in Kyrgyzstan

Undp Kyrgyzstan

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet.

51 to 200 staff

Civil Initiative On Internet Policy

Civil Initiative on Internet Policy (CIIP) is a non-governmental organization founded in 2001 by legal experts in ICT sector and technical experts. The core of the CIIP activity is to facilitate ICT and Internet policy formulation through promotion of a decentralized, transparent Internet regulation and stimulating participation of civil society in policy making process. Our mission is to stimulate regulatory and legislative reforms in ICT policy, which ensure transparent legislative base, fair competition, and free access of citizens to telecommunication services and information resources. According to our vision, the presence of several competitive key players in ICT sector and free-of-regulation Internet should enable economic development and freedom of expression in Kyrgyzstan. Shortly speaking, we stand for liberalization and distribution of information technology and Internet in the country. The CIIP is leaded by Tattu Mambetalieva. Partnership established with representatives among governmental bodies, public organizations, educational institutions, enterpreneurs, and international organizations, which also actively work for the development of Internet and information technologies in Kyrgyzstan. The donors of the CIIP projects are USAID, OSCE, UNDP, Google, NED, NESsT, US Department of State, EU Commission, InfoDev, Hivos, and others.

11 to 50 staff

Intrac

INTRAC exists to strengthen the effectiveness of civil society to challenge poverty and inequality, empowering people to gain greater control over their own future. Our vision is that people are able to come together and to organise in forms that are effective, sustainable, rooted and legitimate in their own societies; and are able to participate in a vibrant and interconnected global movement for social justice, human rights and environmental sustainability. We support sustainability and activism in civil society as key elements for its effectiveness and identity.

11 to 50 staff

Bishkek Feminist Initiatives

Develop and promote feminist values in Kyrgyzstan and beyond to resist all forms of oppression; build alliances and solidarity with civil movements that share our principles of justice and human rights, and create a feminist space for the empowerment of women and children.

1 to 10 staff

Development Policy Institute

Public Association “Development Policy Institute” founded by citizens of Kyrgyzstan in 2009, provides assistance to the government, municipalities, and local communities of the Kyrgyz Republic, and implements projects of donor organizations in accordance with its mission. DPI’s mission is to assist local communities and governing bodies in exercising the rights and opportunities of a person to live with dignity. DPI Expertise and Projects • Citizen participation in local governance and development, including participation in service and budget management. • Consultation and training for local governments in municipal management and development techniques. • Consultation with state bodies in the process of drafting legislation on local governance and development. • Implementation of grant programs in support of local communities. • Support local civil society organizations’ development. • Organize the provision of services at the local level. • Financial decentralization and interbudgetary relations. • Integrated planning and spatial management. • Knowledge management in local development and management.

51 to 200 staff

Bomca Programme In Central Asia

Its current 10th phase (BOMCA 10) has started on April 1, 2021 for the period of 54 months with the budget of 21.65 million Euros. BOMCA 10 is implemented by the consortium of border management institutions of the selected EU MSs and International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) led by the State Border Guard of the Republic of Latvia. The Programme aims to enhance security, stability and sustainable growth in the region, while supporting cross-border cooperation and improving living conditions for people in the border areas of Central Asia. Thematically, BOMCA 10 covers four components: institutional development of border management agencies, improvement of detection capacities, trade facilitation, and improvement of cross-border cooperation. Geographically, the project covers all five countries of Central Asia. This page was created and maintained with the financial support of the European Union. Its contents are the sole responsibility of the BOMCA 10 consortium of implementing partners and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union.

11 to 50 staff

International Center Interbilim-Osh

1 to 10 staff

Esimde Research And Discussion Platform

Esimde ("I remember" in Kyrgyz language) is a discussion platform for studying and understanding the events, facts, processes and “blank pages” that remain in the history and memory of the people. We are the representatives of different professions, one way or another interconnected with history and memory, the passionate practitioners and theorists who are ready to make contributions to understanding the history of Kyrgyz Republic and Central Asia during the period XX-XXI centuries. Our mission: To promote a social shift in understanding the history and memory of Kyrgyz Republic during the period XX-XXI centuries. Tasks: Historical enlightenment activity on rethinking memory and historical experience of the Kyrgyz Republic and Central Asia during the period XX-XXI. Revival and preservation of historical truth on the “blank pages” in history, including the recovery of memory about the victims of mass repressions. Stimulating public discussion on poorly studied aspects of Kyrgyz history in XX-XXI. Facilitating the values of human life, freedom and democracy in public conscience and state policy. We not only stimulate interest in history but also hope to lay the foundation to future significant initiatives that will open new (unbiased) views of the society of independent Kyrgyz Republic to its own past, present and future. Exploring diverse methodological approaches to research history and memory. Approaches: Approaching history and memory through different ways — not limited only to conducting research — from employing visual practices through historical reconstructions to other public initiatives. We rely on interdisciplinary approaches in our research.

1 to 10 staff

School Of Data Kyrgyzstan

School of Data Kyrgyzstan is a Public Fund, member organization of the global network School of Data committed to advancing data literacy in civil society. Mission: Our mission is to improve the quality of knowledge and analysis of information in Kyrgyzstan, and to unite people around common problems with the help of open data. Goals: Inform and actively shape data-driven communities (journalists, teachers, students, civil society organizations, government organisation, business, academia). Develop data driven storytelling in Kyrgyz media. Become a platform for a new generation of specialists in Kyrgyzstan, who are ready to work with data.

1 to 10 staff

Adra Kyrgyzstan

ADRA Kyrgyzstan is a public assosiation based in Kyrgyzstan.

11 to 50 staff

Access Alumni Association In Kyrgyzstan

Access Alumni Association (OO "Access Alumni") in Kyrgyzstan is a Public Association established by English Access Microscholarship Program Alumni. Our aim is to create a platform for alumni and youth of Kyrgyzstan to develop their leadership potential and social and professional skills.

11 to 50 staff

Helpers To Osh H2o

Helpers to Osh (H2O) is a volunteer club in the city of Osh, founded in 2020. H2O's vision is to support ambitious youth in Osh and inspire them to achieve new heights. The club's goal is to create a platform where young people can realize their potential and become successful members of society. This is accomplished through various social projects that allow them to sharpen and develop their personal and professional skills. By 2024, H2O has implemented over five major projects, including the Small Festival "Fest to Step" for Youth,"Эко-Дуйно" for ecology awareness, a Garage Sale, a Two-Day Ecological Workshop, and annual Earth Day/World Cleanup Day events. Additionally, H2O organizes numerous workshops and activities for the youth in Osh, continually fostering their development and engagement in social causes.

11 to 50 staff

Lingua Foundation For Innovative Education

Lingua Foundation for Innovative Education

11 to 50 staff

Bashtan Bashta

11 to 50 staff

Movegreen - Мувгрин

MoveGreen is a youth environmental movement in the Kyrgyz Republic. Our aim is to support and inspire environmental awareness and positive environmental actions through expertise, volunteering, and education. MoveGreen works with government, youth, civil society and NGOs in urban and at-risk rural areas and is a member of the Climate Action Network in the Kyrgyz Republic. MoveGreen has a volunteer and professional arm: professional activities support, focus, and educate volunteer activities. Professional activities focus on disaster risk reduction, air pollution, and environmental education. Volunteer activities focus on creating environmental education programs in schools and universities, organising practical actions, raising awareness about environmental problems through the media, and citizen environmental monitoring. Our Services:>Consultancies, specialising in- Climate change adaptation and resilience - Disaster risk reduction - Communication (especially of environmental issues)>Training services focus on- Environmental education for school and university - Disaster Risk education: preparedness, action plans, emergency drills (for adults, young people, school children)- Communication for government and NGOs >Study tours for university students

11 to 50 staff

Оо Гражданский Альянс За Улучшение Питания И Продовольственную Безопасность

ОО "Гражданский альянс за улучшение питания и продовольственную безопасность"(ОО "ГАУППБ") Цель: Содействие реализации права на питание населения, с фокусом на женщин и детей, других уязвимых групп, на качественное питание и продовольственную безопасность. Задачи: Содействовать созданию, укреплению и расширению многосторонней платформы (состоящей из НПО, государственных органов, частного сектора и научных кругов, международных агентств по развитию) и координации мероприятий по питанию и продовольственной безопасности в стране; содействовать включению вопросов питания и продовольственной безопасности в политическую, экономическую и социальную повестки страны и внедрению лучших практик в национальную политику для расширения мероприятий, основанных на доказательствах через принятие эффективных законов и политик; документировать и распространять, основанный на фактических данных, передовой опыт в области питания и продовольственной безопасности для адаптации и внедрения действий на национальном уровне; содействовать достижению консенсуса между Правительством КР (в том числе ключевыми министерствами и ведомствами) и ключевыми партнерами (в том числе двусторонними донорами, организациями системы ООН, НПО, бизнеса и т.д.) относительно вклада, который каждая из заинтересованных сторон может внести для улучшения в сфере питания и продовольственной безопасности, и совместной подотчетности; содействовать проведению оценки и мониторинга воздействия программ и стратегий на бенефициаров, включающих вопросы питания и продовольственной безопасности; содействовать адвокатированию прозрачности бюджета и отслеживанию финансовых средств и инвестиций, направленных на улучшение качества питания и продовольственную безопасность. В феврале 2015 года – Гражданский альянс стал членом Глобальной сети гражданских альянсов Движения расширения мероприятий по питанию. А в марте 2015 было создано ОО, которому были делегированы функции секретариата гражданского альянса в 2016 году.

1 to 10 staff

С5 1 Youth Council Alumni

In 2016, with the U.S. Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic collaboration, the American University of Central Asia has created a dynamic C5+1 Youth Council that brings together Central Asian youth with diverse backgrounds, leadership skills, and mindsets for positive change. Since January 2021, C5+1 YC has been administered by the American Councils for International Education Kyrgyzstan. The YC is a diverse group of Central Asian youth from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan. Every year new YC members from Central Asian countries and Afghanistan are selected among students representing local universities in Kyrgyzstan based on open competition, which includes application review and interviews, gender balance, diversity, and genuine interest in YC objectives. Currently, the C5+1 YC network consists of 73 YC Alumni and 49 YC members. The YC reinforces the U.S- Central Asia (C5+1) joint goals of the- Countering violent extremism (CVE)- Central Asia Business Competitiveness- The C5+1 Transport Corridor Development component- The C5+1 Power the Future project- The C5+1 Supporting National and Regional Adaptation Planning.

1 to 10 staff