A Special Day for Japalak CDP School Graduates Marks the Beginning of a New Journey
On June 26, graduation ceremonies were held across the Kyrgyz Republic to celebrate students completing their secondary education. This special day marked the end of an important chapter in their lives and the beginning of a new journey filled with opportunities, hope, and future achievements.
School graduates from the Japalak Community Development Project (Japalak CDP) in Osh Region also celebrated this important milestone. To make the occasion even more memorable, Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic, through the Rural Youth Transition & Educational Motivation Initiative project, prepared commemorative gifts and sweet treats for the graduates.
We warmly congratulate all graduates on this important achievement. May your future be filled with new knowledge, exciting opportunities, bold decisions, and the successful realization of your dreams. We wish you confidence, inspiration, and great success as you begin this new chapter of your lives.
The year 2025 was a year of new partnerships, sustainable solutions, and significant achievements for our organization. Together with government agencies, partners, donors, and local communities, we continued working to improve the quality of life for families, protect children's rights, and foster sustainable community development.
In the carousel, you will find the key highlights of our work in 2025, showcasing major results, implemented projects, and stories of change made possible through our joint efforts.
Thank you for remaining a part of positive change together with Good Neighbors!
Read more about the results in our Instagram post
Today, we are heading to the "Japalak" Community Development Project in Osh. In this episode, we'll show you what a workday looks like for our team: from conducting interviews and distributing school supply kits to students, to meeting with the school principal and connecting with amazing children.
Every child has the right to quality conditions for learning and development. And together with you, we are making it happen!
✨ You can support our projects via the QR code in our Highlights ("Support"). Every contribution makes a difference!
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A major phase in outfitting the Y. Alymbekov School No. 21 has successfully concluded. Thanks to joint efforts and an effective co-funding approach, the educational facility is moving toward a whole new level of development.
📊 Key Highlights and Facts:
- 6 interactive displays were installed during the previous academic year.
- 12 modern displays and 60 metal lockers (with 480 individual compartments) were delivered this academic year.
- The school is now fully equipped with modern technology and a solid material base to conduct interactive lessons, open classes, and standardized test preparation (ORT).
The defining feature of this project is the initiative of the residents themselves. The local community generated the idea for school development, while Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic stepped in as a supportive partner. By combining the resources of residents, local authorities, and Toktogul development funds, we implemented a co-funding approach. This empowers the community to drive positive local change, make meaningful contributions, and build greater self-reliance.
The new interactive displays make lessons engaging and dynamic, while the metal lockers save children from carrying heavy textbooks from home, protecting their posture and overall health.
We extend our sincere gratitude to all partners, funds, and local community members for their dedication and investment in the younger generation! Together, we are creating a strong foundation for high-quality education and a bright future for our children. 💚
🤝 Would you like to support our projects and contribute to the children's future?
You can do so right now — simply scan the QR code in our Highlights ("Support") on our profile! Even a 100 KGS donation makes a difference. ✨
Instagram video interview with the school management