AKF Partners with World Bank on Critical Water Access Project

Featuring AKF’s Human-Centered Design Approach
to Community Engagement on a Global Stage

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

Jailoo-Tourism, a Growing Space for Entrepreneurs in Kyrgyz Republic

The tourism industry is rapidly developing in Kyrgyzstan, notably even in the most remote corners of the country. Jailoo-tourism, a... View Article

Communities Immediately Respond to the COP 27 Call to Action

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

The Power of Patient, Risk Tolerant Capital

From a young age Nasim, a 24-year-old entrepreneur, strove to create innovative projects, and contribute to the development of the... View Article

Turning Skills into a Business: Local Impact Supports Youth in Tajikistan

From a young age, Risolat Gulmamadova was interested in starting her own business.

Light Brings New Opportunities, Enterprises to Rural Tajikistan

Niyozbegim, a 58-year-old woman, has lived in Roshorv village of Rushan in Tajikistan’s Badakhshon region her entire life.

Getting Ready to Get the Job: Local Impact Supports Youth in the Kyrgyz Republic

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

The Sweet Life: Improving Honey Production in Tajikistan

Firuz Khudoberdiev, from Chagev village, says his whole family is involved in the beekeeping business, in one way or another.

Changing the Beginning of the Story Changes the Story

Iroda, a woman-owned, parent-led, public organization in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, helps children with autism or neurodevelopmental disabilities with socializing, learning, and... View Article