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Features of Countering Violent Extremism and Terrorism in Kazakhstan Year of publication: 2019 Author: Anna Gusarova Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) | Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR) «In Kazakhstan there is no term as “violent extremism” in the conceptual construct, and as a result at the legislative level. Too vague definition of the terms extremism and terrorism significantly complicates the work on prevention and counteraction», – said Anna Gusarova, an expert in international security, director of the Central Asian Institute for Strategic Studies, in her article written specifically for CABAR.asia. 
Advantages and Risks of Introducing the “Multilingual and Multicultural Education” Program in Kyrgyzstan Year of publication: 2019 Author: Kanzada Zayirbekova Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) | Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR) «Multilingual education makes it possible to simultaneously master the state and official languages, along with one of the foreign ones. It also creates social cohesion, enhances the culture of interethnic communication, and all this in total strengthens interethnic relations,» notes Kanzada Zayirbekova, a participant of the CABAR.asia School of Analytics, in her article. 
How to Improve the Availability of Pre-School and Primary Education in Kazakhstan? Year of publication: 2019 Author: Meruert Seidumanova Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) | Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR) «Equal access for all social groups to quality pre-school and primary education is the key to sustainable development, both for the individual and society as a whole», – notes Meruert Seidumanova, independent researcher from Kazakhstan, in her special article for CABAR.asia. 
How Popular Is The Russian Language In Tajikistan? Year of publication: 2019 Author: Muslimbek Buriev Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) | Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR) «Russian language still occupies in Tajikistan a very important place. It is used in many professional spheres, but the proficiency level is being reduced in comparison with other Central Asian countries», -notes a political analyst Muslimbek Buriev in his article written specifically for analytical platform CABAR.asia. 
Uzbekistan: Why Should the State Weaken Control Over the Institute of Makhalla? Year of publication: 2019 Author: Kodir Kuliev Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) | Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR) One of the vital conditions for the functioning of democracy in any society is the existence of citizens’ self-governing bodies (CSB) within that system. In Uzbekistan, such social responsibility is assumed by “mahalla” – the Uzbek citizens’ self-governing institution. Since the beginning of 2017 Uzbekistan has been carrying out large-scale reforms. Important laws and regulations are being adopted, which should create favorable conditions for quality life and ensure freedom for the Uzbek people. With mahallas, however, such positive change in the long-run seems to be just a lip-service. The main challenges mahallas are facing today are, inter alia, obscured freedom they have in ruling themselves and controlling their own affairs and incapability to effectively tackle citizens’ problems, thus leaving people’s trust unjustified. 
Tajikistan: Policy Analysis to Support Persons with Disabilities Year of publication: 2018 Author: Mikhail Petrushkov Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) | Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR) “Much is being done at the legislative level with regard to the observance of the rights of people with disabilities and ensuring equal conditions. In 2016, the Government of Tajikistan adopted the National Program for the Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities for 2017-2020. However, the analysis of the financial component of the Program showed significant shortcomings, ”says Mikhail Petrushkov, an analyst (Dushanbe), in his article written for the analytical platform CABAR.asia. 
How to Solve the Problems of Preschool Education in Kyrgyzstan? Year of publication: 2021 Author: Ekaterina Kasymova Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) An independent expert Ekaterina Kasymova (Kyrgyzstan) analyzes the current problems of preschool education and its connection with the successful functioning of the government in an article. 
Shattered Childhood: Children in Central Asia Mostly Keep Silent about Sexualised Abuse Author: Katerina Afanasieva | Aleksandra Vasilkova | Aigerim Konurbaeva | Mazkhab Dzhumaev | Aida Dzhaksybaeva Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) No one really knows the scope of sexualised abuse of children in Central Asia. According to estimates of human rights activists, only one case of 10 goes reported to law enforcement bodies at best. Once it is reported, the investigation and courts often cause another trauma to children, while proceedings may take years. 
Mirages and Harsh Reality of Inclusive Education in Kyrgyzstan Year of publication: 2022 Author: Kalys Meymanbekova Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) The purpose of the article is to analyze the current state of accessibility of inclusive education for persons with disabilities in Kyrgyzstan. Inclusive education is understood as an activity to increase diversity and develop a sense of belonging, based on the fact that each person is valuable and has the potential for development. 
Uzbekistan Expresses Concerns about School Bullying Year of publication: 2018 Author: Дарина Солод Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) Psychologists will appear in secondary schools in Uzbekistan. The author asks if they will be able to influence the solution of this complex social problem among children.