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USAID Agro Horizon Project (Kyrgyz Republic):  In partnership with the private sector, the activity seeks to increase the productivity, sales and incomes of farmers, agribusinesses and agriculture-related micro, small, and medium size enterprises (MSMEs). The activity expands market opportunities, links farmers to buyers, establishes commercially sustainable buyer-seller relationships, introduces best management practices and new technologies, promotes innovation and, mobilizes local and international private investments and expertise. Targeting fruits, vegetables crops, and dairy products, farmers benefit from inputs and services as well as training in new technologies and on-farm management practices. The activity also promotes exports and trade with local and international firms to establish and expand markets. A 12 month extension of the existing contract is envisioned to ensure the sustainability of commercial outcomes with partner MSMEs and to address programmatic gaps before a new agriculture activity is procured in FY 2019. Objectives for Kyrgyzstan: The project works to increase smallholder farmers’ incomes by improving productivity, expanding markets and creating private sector-led partnerships to increase competitiveness of selected agricultural value chains. The project creates jobs in the agricultural sector – especially for women and youth – while improving the availability of nutritious foods.
Judicial Strengthening Program (Kyrgyz Republic):  .The Judicial Strengthening Program aims to increase the independence, effectiveness, and integrity of the judicial system through a more fair and open system of trials and court processes. The program focuses on the human and institutional capacity of the Kyrgyz Republic's judiciary by developing skills and improving processes. The program plans to increase the transparency of key judicial systems and reduce corruption within the courts. Four anticipated results include: (1) the Judicial Council will be better able to advocate for sufficient budget allocation based on its approved strategic plan; (2) the Judicial Training Center will be better equipped to host quality training courses; (3) a courtroom security strategy will be developed in partnership with all judicial sector actors; and (4) a court information system program will be expanded to a larger number of court. FY 2016 funding will continue to support the comprehensive retraining of 75 percent of the country's judicial cadre....
USAID Rule of Law/Anti-Corruption Activity in the Kyrgyz Republic, Ukuk Bulagy (Kyrgyz Republic):  USAID's "Ukuk Bulagy" Rule-of-Law and Anti-Corruption Activity will continue to strengthen the transparency and accountability of the judiciary and other key government institutions by supporting the following four objectives: 1) Strengthen judicial independence and self-governance; 2) Optimize the quality and efficiency of judicial and legal services; 3) Strengthen the connection between the judiciary and society by ensuring that judicial systems and services are more responsive to the population as a whole and equipped to address the legal problems and justice needs of the communities and businesses they service; and, 4) Engage select executive branch institutions and parliament to strengthen open government policies and the delivery of services across sectors in a more transparent, accountable, and citizen-responsive manner. By improving service delivery and reducing everyday corruption, the activity strengthens Kyrgyz democratic institutions and contributes to rebuilding the Kyrgyz Republic's constituency for democracy....Through these efforts, Ukuk Bulagy supports ICS objective 3.1: A culture of respect for rule of law with reduced corruption. USAID's contribution to meeting the $12,5000,000 DRG directive through this IM is $2,000,000..
Human Rights Advance protection of international human rights, including labor rights, not covered under other elements. This element supports governmental and nongovernmental organizations created to protect, promote, and enforce human rights. Support programs to educate governments on incorporating human rights standards and practices into all government activity.
Kyrgyzstan Political Processes Program Follow-on (Kyrgyz Republic):  USAID's Political Processes Program Follow-on will continue to advance the U.S. government's objective of an inclusive and accountable democracy by facilitating greater popular participation in political processes across all levels of government and by enabling increased mutual accountability between citizens and government. The activity works by helping political parties and parliamentary factions to better identify and respond to citizen concerns, and to communicate their work through a variety of outreach platforms and mechanisms. Funds will also support: strengthening political parties; helping the central election commission to improve the organization of elections; supporting organizational development of domestic election monitoring organizations, including intensive capacity building and technical support in conducting short- and long-term election observation; and supporting leadership opportunities and civic education to increase inclusion of historically underserved and disenfranchised groups, including youth and women and people with disabilities.  This activity supports ICS objective 3.1: Support a more inclusive and accountable democracy.
USAID Defeat TB Program (Kyrgyz Republic):  USAID's work will reduce the Kyrgyz Republic's burden of tuberculosis (TB) and will support universal and equitable access to quality TB services through a strengthened health system by: 1) improving access to TB services for those at high risk; 2) strengthening the national human and institutional capacity to quality TB treatment services; 3) improving national TB data quality and use. The project will continue to build on progress made to date by expanding on: a) improving equitable access to comprehensive TB diagnostic and treatment services; b) developing a patient-centered system for treating TB and multi-drug-resistant TB (MDR-TB); c) strengthening human and institutional capacity of the Kyrgyz health system to manage TB and MDR-TB services; d) supporting laboratories to improve the timeliness and quality of TB and MDR-TB diagnosis; and e) training TB service providers to use an electronic TB management information system for evidence-based decision making.
Ak Zhol: The Path to Peace through Prosperity Ak Zhol: The Path to Peace through Prosperity Objectives for Kyrgyzstan: Ak-Zhol is a conflict mitigation project that works to decrease tensions between these displaced groups and vulnerable local communities in seven areas in the southern Kyrgyzstan. Small grants and micro-credit loans to small business groups, provided by the project, reinforce stable economic conditions within local communities and function as a venue for cooperation, communication, and mutual benefit. The project also provides training on organizational sustainability, business planning and implementation, and establishing community development funds to finance social projects identified by communities.
Adult Care and Support All facility-based and home/community-based activities for HIV-infected adults and their families aimed at extending and optimizing quality of life for HIV-infected clients and their families throughout the continuum of illness through provision of clinical, psychological, spiritual, social and prevention services. Clinical care should include prevention and treatment of OIs (excluding TB) and other HIV/AIDS-related complications including malaria and diarrhea (providing access to commodities such as pharmaceuticals, insecticide-treated nets, safe water interventions and related laboratory services), pain and symptom relief, and nutritional assessment and support including food. Psychological and spiritual support may include group and individual counseling and culturally-appropriate end-of-life care and bereavement services. Social support may include vocational training, income-generating activities, social and legal protection, and training and support of caregivers. Prevention services may include prevention for positives behavioral counseling, and counseling and testing of family members. The purchase of OI drugs (excluding TB drugs) should be included under Adult Care and Treatment. ARV treatment should be coded under Adult Treatment and ARV Drugs.
USAID Improved Basic Education in the Kyrgyz Republic, Okuu Keremet! (Kyrgyz Republic):  .USAID invests in the economic and political future of the Kyrgyz Republic by improving education for its youngest citizens. By focusing on basic foundational skills through Okuu Keremet! activity, USAID supports education as an engine for human capital development and economic growth that promotes long-term social stability. Planned support will continue improving instructional quality in math and reading by improving curricula; and strengthening teacher training, mentorship, and support systems. FY 2023 funding will support the final phase of the activity's implementation. The activity will conduct and present the results of learning outcomes in reading and math through the endline Early Grade Reading (EGRA) and Early Grade Mathematics (EGMA) Assessments in partnership with the Kyrgyz Ministry of Education and Science, implement planned national events such as the Functional Literacy Committee, under the Ministry of Education and Science; organize a formal close-out conference; and support out of school activities for primary grade students. This activity supports ICS Mission Objective 3.2: Government institutions that can effectively formulate and implement policies and provide quality services in an equitable and transparent, accountable way. Okuu Keremet contributes $399,262 towards the Operating Unit Basic Education directive through this mechanism... .This activity will meet $399,262 of the Basic Education earmark and will attribute $100,000 to the Gender Secondary earmark... .. ...
Political Parties Establish and/or develop viable political parties and political entities that are effective and accountable, that represent and respond to citizens interests, and that govern responsibly and effectively.
Kyrgyzstan Political Process Program III (Kyrgyz Republic):  The goal of this program is to help the Kyrgyz Republic further consolidate its democracy through strengthening the responsiveness and sustainability of political institutions - specifically political parties, elected parliamentary representatives, and election administration bodies. FY 2014 funds will be used to support the country's preparation for fall 2015 Parliamentary elections through training for political parties, civic education on election-related rights and obligations, support to the Central Election Commission and other electoral management bodies, and improved mechanisms for communication between elected officials and citizens. Objectives for Kyrgyzstan: The Kyrgyzstan Political Processes Program is a four-year program funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the United Kingdom Department for International Development (DFID). This program is implemented by all three members of the Consortium for Elections and Political Process Strengthening (CEPPS) and works to consolidate the Kyrgyzstan’s democratic path by supporting the development of a multi-party political system with strong, national parties, developing the next generation of leaders by equipping youth and women with the skills to actively engage in the political process and improving local government transparency and responsiveness.
Nonpartisan Domestic Observation of Parliamentary Elections (Kyrgyz Republic):  USAID has supported nonpartisan domestic election monitoring and voter education in the Kyrgyz Republic for almost two decades, which has led to increasingly proficient electoral processes and consistent democratic gains. In light of resurgent authoritarianism and increasing pressure on the Kyrgyz Republic from non-democratic states, it is critical to continue supporting election monitoring to ensure the Kyrgyz Republic remains a model of democratic progress in Central Asian that reformers in the region can emulate.  USAID's new Domestic Observation of Parliamentary Elections Activity will build on this longstanding support with an approach rooted in short- and long-term domestic observation during the 2020 parliamentary elections.  The overall purpose of the activity is to inform voters and the general public about the election process and promote the roles and responsibilities of the voter.  This activity will have three components: voter education, long- and short-term observation, and electoral administration and legislation monitoring, which together will support the overall goal of increasing citizen involvement in and responsibility for the governance process. This activity supports ICS objective 3.1, "Support a more inclusive and accountable democracy."
Monitoring Impact of the Kyrgyz Republics Millennium Challenge Account Threshold Program Monitoring Impact of the Kyrgyz Republics Millennium Challenge Account Threshold Program - through the Analysical services IQC
Consensus-Building Processes Promote peaceful agreement on democratic reform, rules, and frameworks. Promote peaceful, broad-based participation in determining, defining, and negotiating changes to governing structures. Illustrative examples include promoting inclusive consensus-building processes related to peace agreements, national dialogues, referenda on key issues, and constitutional development or reform. Programs are designed to incorporate and support mechanisms that advance conflict mediation, resolution and negotiation of disputes in the context of these processes.
Enhancing Employability and Civic Engagement of Youth in the Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyz Republic):  USAID's youth activity will continue to support young people, ages 14-28, who seek to participate more actively in the civic and economic spheres of society and contribute to the development of their communities. In the long term, USAID seeks to reinforce the stability of Kyrgyzstan's democracy by promoting more active and positive youth participation in civic and social life. Outcomes will include increased leadership opportunities for youth in public life, and a stronger sense of civic responsibility among targeted youth. Funds will also include support for youth-led community development initiatives and advocacy for improved national policies related to youth.  This activity supports ICS objective 1.1: Engage with the security services, government officials, educators, youth, religious leaders, and civil society to advocate for strengthened institutional capacity and greater cooperation, in order to combat and prevent the rise of violent extremism through a more inclusive and just society. Objectives for Kyrgyz Republic: The project works to increase civic participation of youth and prepare them for the labor market by creating various opportunities. Through the project hundreds of young people will be able to enhance their leadership and life skills as well as strengthen their professional and entrepreneurial skills. The project will also facilitate youth participation in development of their communities and generate a robust research base to support evidence-driven youth policy development.
Program Design and Learning This program area covers components of program design and performance management and learning. This area supports assessment, special studies and analysis, strategic planning, program and project design, program monitoring (to include baseline studies and other data collection needs) and activities that support learning, knowledge transfer and adaptation of projects. Assessment includes the examination of the state of a country or sector context to inform project design but does not include evaluation of USG-funded activities (please see Program Area PO.3 for a definition of evaluation). Special studies or analysis could support strategic or project planning or include research for general learning that is not necessarily related to the performance of USG-funded activities. This program area may also include the preparation of strategic plans and other short-term programming tasks, assessment of the potential of information and communication technologies to enhance performance throughout the program cycle or dissemination of best practices and lessons learned.
Building the Future (Kyrgyz Republic):  The objective of the Building the Future activity is to provide access to high-quality undergraduate education to students from the Central Asia region, as well as to improve the long-term capacity of the American University of Central Asia to deliver high quality education to its students and develop programs of academic excellence. The three intervention areas of the program are: 1) providing 84 scholarships for eligible applicants; 2) improving the research capacity of faculty and students of the university through trainings on academic writing and publishing and funding research grants (8 to 10 per year); and 3) achieving and maintaining accreditation for the Business Administration Program Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and the Association of MBAs by supporting the application process and applicable fees.
Bard College American University of Central Asia Bard College American University of Central Asia
Kyrgyz Republic Transition Initiative USAID/OTI is supporting the Kyrgyz Republics efforts to establish a more stable, secure democracy, while laying the groundwork for continued long-term development. The program provides targeted assistance in volatile communities in order toachieve the following objectives: 1) Support the ongoing democratic political transition at the national and local level, and 2) Address emerging sources of instability and drivers of conflict at the community level.
Justice System - Access to Justice Justice System - Expand access to state and non-state dispute-resolution fora, including court re-distribution and mobile courts. Support the removal of language, gender, cultural, and physical barriers; circulation of laws and legal decisions; and alternative dispute resolution systems. Expand access to legal services, including public defenders offices, legal aid and legal services, labor law services, justice or legal resources centers, and strengthen the private bar.
Kyrgyz Agro-Input Enterprise Development Project (KAED) Follow-on The USAID KAED Follow-On project extends the impact of KAED on improving food security and rural incomes. The project is enhancing food security through expanded adoption of improved production technologies, value chain linkages and public-private partnerships (PPPs). KAED Follow-On has helped diffuse livestock sector capital investment under the Economic Development Fund III (EDF III). Technology transfer is a key strategic intervention area, with an emphasis on the introduction of improved seed and fertilizers, minimum tillage technology, composting and modern agricultural machinery to improve productivity and contribute to an increase in the competitiveness of Kyrgyz agriculture.
Active Communities in the Kyrgyz Republic, Jigerduu Jarandar (Kyrgyz Republic):  .USAID's Active Communities activity will continue to support the achievement of national priorities with regards to local development by strengthening citizen participation in democratic governance. It will also help local governments, communities, civil society organizations, and the private sector to better work together for achieving common goals. The activity will work with 19 municipalities across the country to: 1) Support municipal waste management solutions, 2) Defend and expand civic space and participation through broadening and deepening networks of civic leaders and associations to expand and strengthen advocacy, with a focus on legislative reforms, 3) Improve access to justice, 4) Reduce gender-based violence by supporting Local Committees for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and women's crisis centers. In this final year, the activity will continue to support civil society by implementing grants aimed at innovative solutions across these four thematic areas... ..By supporting civil society, municipalities and civic leaders, the activity supports ICS objective 3.2: Government institutions that can effectively formulate and implement policies, and provide quality services in an equitable, transparent, and accountable way, and 3.3: An inclusive democracy featuring promotion of human rights and vibrant, effective civic engagements. USAID's contribution to meeting the $12,500,000 DRG directive through this IM is $788,821..
USAID Successful Aimak 2 Project (Kyrgyz Republic):  .USAID's Successful Aimak 2 Activity will continue to promote more effective and inclusive local political systems and governing institutions to strengthen Kyrgyz democracy. The activity will focus on: 1) effective service delivery by assisting local governments in improving their ability to effectively manage and finance the delivery of key services, such as solid waste removal and clean water, by using local solutions and public-private partnerships; 2) increasing citizen participation in decision-making processes of local government by engaging all citizen groups including women, youth and minorities; and 3) strengthening the capacity of local stakeholders, such as the Union of Local Self-Governments, to increasingly identify and address development challenges. Fifty municipalities in four regions will receive technical support to administer more effective services to their communities... ..This technical support may include training on procurement, legal advice, and increased skill development in budgeting and management to support ICS objective 3.2: Government institutions that can effectively formulate and implement policies, and provide quality services in an equitable, transparent, and accountable way. USAID's contribution to meeting the $12,500,000 Democracy, Rights and Governance directive through this IM is $ 1,330,762..
Support to the Kyrgyzstani Legal Defense Community (Kyrgyz Republic):  This activity will support the professionalization of the country's newly-established independent defense bar in order to improve access to justice in the Kyrgyz Republic. Interventions will focus on strengthening the defense bar's internal regulations, professional development for the defense advocate community, and building public support for the bar. Expected results include a more professional, capable, and independent cadre of defense attorneys, increased access to justice, and sound legal representation for citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Engaging Young Reporters Project, Search For Commong Ground Engaging Young Reporters Project, Search For Commong Ground
Supporting Equity through National Testing (SENT) The goal of the Supporting Equity through National Testing (SENT) Program is to improve the quality and security of the National Admission Test (NAT) in Kyrgyzstan.
Kyrgyz Republic Analysis for Biodiversity Kyrgyz Republic Analysis for Biodiversity