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07/22/2025, 08:59The Ministry of Labour, Social Security and Migration has stepped up its support for crisis centres providing assistance to women who are victims of domestic and gender-based violence.
As part of the state social order, funding for such institutions has been increased from 12 million to 28.6 million KGS from 2022 to 2025.
The money is being used to provide temporary shelters and medical, psychological, legal and social assistance to victims.
There are currently 16 crisis centres operating in the republic, including two municipal centres in Bishkek and Naryn (Ayalzat and Asylzat). Ten centres in the regions, including Bishkek, Osh, Issyk-Kul, Jalal-Abad, Talas and Naryn, have shelters where victims can find temporary refuge.
In 2025, a public social procurement competition was held to support the most vulnerable groups of citizens and help solve pressing social problems. Specifically, it was about helping women who've been victims of domestic and gender-based violence, as well as victims of human trafficking. The projects provided support for employment, professional adaptation and temporary safe shelter for women and children in difficult life situations.
In addition, information and education campaigns were carried out to promote a culture of non-violent behaviour and intolerance to violence in all its forms. Psychological assistance was provided through helplines, GAL tools were introduced to work with the population, and comprehensive services were provided on a ‘one-stop shop’ basis for victims. A separate section of the competition provided support for women's craft initiatives and youth start-ups.
Of the 33 projects submitted, 27 were selected as winners. Among them is the Chance Crisis Centre, which in 2025 will implement its first ‘Single Window’ project to provide comprehensive assistance to victims of violence.
