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Central Asia needs a new approach to security
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Central Asia needs a new approach to security

After three decades of independence following the fall of the Soviet Union, Central Asian countries continue to face challenges to their stability and governance. Last year saw large-scale domestic unrest in three of the region’s five countries. Many of these events follow similar patterns: growing tensions and grievances among citizens lead to protests, which are met with a harsh and disproportionate response including the use of lethal force by security forces, feeding into further mistrust between authorities and the population.

13 March 2023
Bringing people together for religious diversity in Kyrgyzstan
Case study

Bringing people together for religious diversity in Kyrgyzstan

Different ideas on the role of religion in society have led to tensions in Kyrgyzstan. One women-led organisation, Mutakalim, is working hard to address this by promoting religious tolerance and protecting the rights of women – including religious minorities.

19 October 2022
Curtain call: theatre spotlights school bullying in Kyrgyzstan
Case study

Curtain call: theatre spotlights school bullying in Kyrgyzstan

In schools across Kyrgyzstan, bullying and extortion can cause many problems – fights, conflicts between schools, psychological trauma, or in extreme cases, even suicide. Agerkech, a youth organisation, decided to take on the issue 

15 August 2022
Young people and police at the heart of community security in Kyrgyzstan
Case study

Young people and police at the heart of community security in Kyrgyzstan

Although these relationships are often characterised by mistrust, partnerships between the police and young people can be a strong foundation to improve safety and security in a community. These two stories from Jalal-Abad and Batken provinces of Kyrgyzstan highlight examples of a young leader and a police officer who work collaboratively with their communities for increased safety.

12 August 2021
Using online platforms to tackle social issues in Osh, Kyrgyzstan
Case study

Using online platforms to tackle social issues in Osh, Kyrgyzstan

The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted life for people around the world, and Kyrgyzstan is no exception. Because of the state of emergency and restrictions imposed by the Kyrgyz government, members of the Local Crime Prevention Centres in Osh province could no longer meet in person but they have used online communication tools to help their communities.

22 July 2021

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