Kyrgyzstan

The Spotlight Initiative in Kyrgyzstan applied a comprehensive set of approaches based on social innovation, human rights, multi-sectoral inclusive response and survivor-centred principles. A particular emphasis was placed on integrating the voices, experiences and solutions of women and girls who face multiple forms of discrimination. This programme concluded in 2023.

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"Safety is a basic precondition for girls to thrive" - preventing gender-based violence in STEM

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At the SVRI Forum 2024: A journey in comprehensive EVAWG programming: drawing lessons for the sector from the Spotlight Initiative Compendium

Work of Altyn Asanova recognizes the primary role gender-sensitive journalism. Photo: UN Women Kyrgyzstan

Cultivating gender-sensitive journalism, a landmark initiative in Kyrgyzstan

Spotlight Initiative Kyrgyzstan Final Annual Report

Spotlight Initiative Kyrgyzstan Final Cumulative Report

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Unprecedented: A Pathway for Ending Violence against Women and Girls - Spotlight Initiative Impact Report 2017-2023

Bermet Baryktabasova is a Head of the Independent Medical Trade Union of Kyrgyzstan. Photo: Bermet Baryktabasova

Breaking the silence on sexual harassment in Kyrgyzstan’s medical institutions

Alibek Azhibekov became a prominent advocate for gender equality in his community. Photo: Alibek Azhibekov

In Kyrgyzstan, media training promotes gender-sensitive journalism

Lolakhon Nishanova is a chairwoman of the Local Women Council. Photo: Aidai Kadyralieva

Growing grassroots knowledge of women's rights in Kyrgyzstan

Gulmairam (second from the left) promotes violence-free relationships in families and communities. Photo: Gulmairam Egemberdieva

Community Empowerment: Gulmairam's inspiring journey through change in her village

The 'Mystery of Sary Kol' helps girls learn about and protect their rights. Photo: Open Line Public Foundation

Games for change: a mobile game from Kyrgyzstan is helping to break gender stereotypes

Together for Change

Together for Change: Documenting the fight to end violence against women and girls in the Pacific, the Caribbean and Central Asia

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In Kyrgyzstan, parents strive to educate their daughters

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International Women’s Day: How Spotlight Initiative is using technology to end violence against women and girls

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Spotlight Initiative Impact Report 2021-2022: Driving change for a better tomorrow

Saltanat Barakanova advocates for gender equality. Photo: Demilgeluu Jashtar Public Foundation

Women teachers from Kyrgyzstan advocate for gender equality and a life free of violence

Changing social norms to end violence against women and girls in Kyrgyzstan

Violence against women and girls is overlooked and underfunded

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Spotlight Initiative Kyrgyzstan 2021 Programme Report