The Director of Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic visited community development projects in Toktogul Di
On 12–13 March 2026, the Director of Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic Cho Soonhyoung conducted a working visit to the villages of Bel-Aldy, Uch-Terek, and Kotormo in Toktogul District to review the results of implemented projects and ongoing initiatives aimed at community development.
During the visit, a meeting was held with the First Deputy Akim of Toktogul District, Asanov Askat Tashtemirovich. The parties discussed the results of joint work over the past year, prospects for further cooperation, and the sustainability of projects implemented through co-funding with the participation of local communities and local self-government bodies.
At Secondary School No. 30 named after K. Toktoraliev in Uch-Terek village, the Director reviewed the kitchen equipment installed under the “Healthy Nutrition” project, aimed at improving school feeding conditions and sanitation infrastructure. Attention was also given to the Girls Friendly Toilets project, which is currently nearing completion.
In Bel-Aldy village, the Director visited Mukash Zhamgyrkanov School, where an IT classroom was established and interactive boards were installed through a co-funded project. During the visit, students demonstrated how they use digital equipment in their daily learning process. The introduction of modern technologies contributes to the development of students’ digital skills and expands their educational opportunities.
In Kotormo village, the Director visited a kindergarten established through the joint efforts of the Abdy Suerkulov Aiyl Okmotu and Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic. During the visit, issues related to the sustainability and further development of early childhood education services were discussed.
Overall, the visit confirmed the positive impact of projects implemented with active participation of local communities and highlighted the importance of partnership between residents, local self-government bodies, and Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic for sustainable regional development.
1. Competition: "Supply of Children's Toothbrushes and Toothpaste for Children Aged 3–6"
About the project: Provision of personal oral hygiene products for children in 20 target kindergartens in Chuy, Issyk-Kul, Jalal-Abad, and Osh regions. The project includes procurement, transportation, and unloading of 1,754 children's toothbrushes and 1,754 packs of children's toothpaste for children aged 3–6.
Deadline for submission of commercial proposals: September 25, 2026, by 17:30
Submission method: via email to administration@goodneighbors.kg with the subject line "Поставка детских зубных щеток и паст" (Supply of children's toothbrushes and toothpaste)
For details, please visit tenders.kg under No. 31764 "Competition: Procurement and delivery of children's toothbrushes and toothpaste for children aged 3–6" dated 14.09.2026.
2. Competition: "Conducting an Interactive Program on 'Why is it Important to Brush Your Teeth?' for Preschool Children"
About the project: Organization and implementation of 20 professional interactive show programs (1–1.5 hours each) for children aged 3–6 in kindergartens of Sokuluk, Ton, Toktogul districts, and Osh city. Responsibilities include program development, sound equipment, costumes, and props, as well as the work of a team of at least 4 animators with site visits.
Deadline for submission of commercial proposals: September 25, 2026, by 17:30
Submission method: via email to administration@goodneighbors.kg with the subject line "Проведение интерактивной программы" (Conducting an interactive program)
For details, please visit tenders.kg under No. 31767 "Competition: Conducting an interactive program on 'Why is it important to brush your teeth?' for preschool children" dated 14.09.2026.
3. Competition: "Services of a Trainer with Medical Education for Training Kindergarten Teachers on Oral Hygiene"
About the project: Engagement of a qualified specialist with medical education to conduct 3-hour practical training sessions for 110 teachers from 20 target kindergartens. The program includes the development of training and presentation materials, pre- and post-training knowledge assessments, and practical demonstrations of proper tooth brushing techniques using a professional jaw model.
Deadline for submission of commercial proposals: September 25, 2026, by 17:30
Submission method: via email to administration@goodneighbors.kg with the subject line "Тренинг для воспитателей детских садов по вопросам гигиены полости рта" (Training for kindergarten teachers on oral hygiene)
For details, please visit tenders.kg under No. 31768 "Competition: Provision of services by a trainer with medical education to conduct oral hygiene training for kindergarten teachers" dated 14.09.2026.
4. Competition: "Procurement of Plumbing and Construction Materials"
About the project: Improvement of sanitary and hygienic infrastructure under the "Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)" project for 1,060 students and staff of A. Tokombaev High School (Kamyshanovka village) and Nizhne-Chuy Secondary School (Mirnoe village) in Sokuluk district. The project includes procurement, transportation, and unloading of pumping equipment, water heaters, faucets, pipes, electrical items, and construction materials.
Deadline for submission of commercial proposals: September 27, 2026, by 17:30
Submission method: via email to administration@goodneighbors.kg with the subject line "Материалы WASH для школ с. Камышановка и с. Мирное" (WASH materials for schools in Kamyshanovka and Mirnoe villages)
For details, please visit tenders.kg under No. 31784 "Competition: Procurement of plumbing and construction materials" dated 15.09.2026.
With age, regular diagnostics become vital, yet full medical check-ups in modern clinics are not always accessible to older people and pensioners due to high costs.
A significant number of elderly ethnic Koreans whose children have gone abroad to work reside in Bishkek and the Chuy region. According to a Good Neighbors study (2026), 77.9% of them suffer from vision problems, and 89.4% cannot afford private ophthalmologist services. Without timely treatment, people gradually lose their sight and end up isolated.
To remove this financial barrier, Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic, together with the Korea Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) and the Koryo-in Diaspora Association, launched a project for the free diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. The main outcome of such support is the timely detection of dangerous health conditions: during the exam, doctors identified a cataract in one of the participants for the first time and promptly referred her for surgery.
From an interview with a check-up participant:
Kim Lyudmila, representative of the Korean diaspora:
"Without this sponsored support, I would not have been able to visit such a modern clinic. I was examined, diagnosed with a cataract, and advised to undergo surgery. It is difficult for pensioners to pay for diagnostics, so we are deeply grateful for the care, attentive doctors, and excellent organization without any queues!"
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