To spotlight the advancements in Central Asia on human-centered design (HCD), AKF colleagues presented at the International Social Innovation Research... View Article

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Climate change is a major challenge facing our world today. While some progress has been made, new solutions are urgently... View Article

After getting her master’s degree in finance at Kyrgyz National University, Sagynalieva Aigerim applied for jobs in her field unsuccessfully.

This article was authored by Sarayu Agarwal, Program and Co-Creation Manager for Local Impact.

When their daughter was three, Nurzhan Tursunakunova and her husband started looking for a kindergarten but had difficulty finding affordable... View Article

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After Aida’s* children grew up and left home, she was determined to make a difference for other children in her... View Article

Bilal Sirazhidin Uulu is a 26-year-old resident of Arslanbob village in the Jalal-Abad region of the Kyrgyz Republic. He lives... View Article