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Technical and Vocational Education and Training in Tajikistan and Other Central Asian countries. Main Results and Policy Directions Year of publication: 2021 Corporate author: Asian Development Bank (ADB) This publication is an analysis of the technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system and its effectiveness in Tajikistan and other Central Asian countries, with recommendations for policy makers and implementers. It shows the importance of TVET and the urgent need for its improvement in the context of labor market needs and responses to the Sustainable Development Goals. 
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. 
Civil Society and Non-Governmental Organizations in the Republic of Kazakhstan Year of publication: 2021 Author: Madiyar Kozhakhmet | Evgeny Zhovtis | Dosym Satpayev | Roman Podoprigora | Natalia Yantsen | Kaisha Atakhanova | Vadim Nee | Banu Nurgaziyeva | Zulfiya Baysakova | Shakhnoza Khasanova | Saken Zhanazarov | Diana Okremova | Gulmira Birzhanova | Lyazzat Kaltayeva | Saniya Arapova | Sergey Gulyaev | Sergey Khudyakov | Vitaly Kulik Corporate author: Civil Society Development Association (ARGO) This book is a collection of articles on a wide range of issues concerning CSOs and civil society development in Kazakhstan. The publication is designed for nongovernmental organizations, government agencies, Academia includes students and general readers. 
Studying the Level and Main Causes of Violence and Sexual Harassment at Workplace in the Republic of Kazakhstan: Final Report Year of publication: 2023 Author: Nadezhda Gennadievna Dzhumagulova | Gulmira Zheksenovna Yesenova | Rashit Gabitovich Nurmagambetov | Nazgul Batyrbekovna Abdrakhmanova | Shynar Serikkyzy Zhusipkalieva | Zhanna Aleksandrovna Kemelova Corporate author: United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) The authors elucidate the extent and pervasiveness of such atrocities in the country. Authors delve into an analytical discussion of the principal types and causes of this violence and harassment at the workplace, offering significant insights based on the data collected. 
Situation Analysis: Children and Adolescents with Disabilities in Kyrgyzstan Year of publication: 2021 Corporate author: UNICEF Kyrgyzstan The study identified barriers and obstacles to the provision of quality and inclusive services to children and adolescents with disabilities, as well as problems at the level of policy-making and evidence base. The rationale for this Situation Analysis is to inform stakeholders, both governmental, civil society and development partners, as to the current situation with regards to the fulfilment of children and adolescents with disabilities’ rights. 
Evidence on Inclusive Education in Kazakhstan based on a Formative and a Big Data Evaluation Year of publication: 2024 Author: Arseniy Gurin | Udayan Rathore | Zhanar Zhaxylykova Corporate author: UNICEF Kazakhstan The objective of the JB formative evaluation was to examine the functioning of the state education programmes between 2011 and 2021 with a special focus on inclusivity. This covered children from pre-school to secondary school levels. The Big data evaluation or Social Media Listening (SML) study focused on the same age group of children and aimed to further the understanding of different stakeholder perspectives, as expressed via social media and online news media outlets. The demography of Kazakhstan reflects that it is a relatively young country. Given that the youth are more inclined to using social media, this is an important source of discussions in the country, including those on inclusive education. 
Report on Improving the Care System in the Republic of Uzbekistan: A Path to Economic Growth, Poverty Reduction and Improved Quality of Life Year of publication: 2024 Author: Maigul Nugmanova | Adiba Nuruddinova Corporate author: UNDP Uzbekistan This Report explores the crucial role of care system policies in sustainable equitable economic growth, poverty reduction, and improved quality of life, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Conducted within the framework of the initiative of UNDP in Uzbekistan, the study aims to analyze current care provision, identify critical points, and propose recommendations for an inclusive and sustainable care economy, contributing to overall economic growth and reducing regional inequalities. 
Early Childhood Education in Tajikistan Year of publication: 2021 Corporate author: UNICEF Tajikistan Preschool education is the foundation of lifelong learning and development. The focus on preschool is essential. Access to quality early childhood education (ECE) services not only gives children better chances at success in school, but better learning outcomes in the future. It enhances the efficiency of the school system by reducing repetition and drop-out and improving achievement, especially among girls and marginalized groups. If timely and sufficient investments in early childhood are made, human capital and momentum will grow and provide a great and unique opportunity for the country to improve its future economic prospects. 
Annual Report for 2021 (UNODC Regional Office in Central Asia) Year of publication: 2022 Corporate author: UN. Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) This Annual Report provides an account of the main results achieved by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Regional Office for Central Asia (UNODC ROCA), in 2021. UNODC has stepped up efforts to help people in these challenging times, addressing emerging threats in line with human rights and gender equality standards, and the rule of law. Through our strategic interventions, we have contributed to strengthening peace, preventing conflict, and tackling the root causes and drivers of instability and violence. 
"Sustainable Development Goals and Gender in Kyrgyzstan" New Statistical Publication Year of publication: 2023 Corporate author: National Statistical Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic | United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) This publication is intended to inform the public and government officials about the current status and progress towards achieving sustainable development in Kyrgyzstan, promote informed policy and management decisions, and help identify further priority steps to achieve the SDGs and women’s empowerment.