Why do even the most dedicated teachers burn out and leave schools?
Quality education is impossible without basic conditions. But in remote regions, they are often simply missing:
How can we teach children computer literacy if there are no computers at school?
How can teachers educate when basic needs for clean water, hygiene, and hot meals are not met?
A teacher is a person just like any of us, with their own limits and emotional resources. The lack of basic conditions reduces teaching efficiency, leading to fatigue and burnout.
That’s why we at Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic don't stay on the sidelines! To create a strong foundation of support for teachers and children, we:
Equip computer classrooms (STEM);
Install drinking water filters and build modern sanitation facilities;
Organize healthy school meals and develop school gardens;
Conduct trainings for both teachers and students;
Organize mobile medical check-ups by bringing qualified specialists and equipment directly to the regions;
Systematically strengthen the educational environment.
Dear teachers and educators!
We sincerely congratulate you on your professional holiday! Thank you for your resilience, patience, and invaluable work. We are happy to stand by your side and support you on this journey.
Happy Education Workers' Day and World Teachers' Day!
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The branch of the international humanitarian organization Good Neighbors International (GNI) in the Kyrgyz Republic invites qualified candidates to apply for the following vacancies:
Open positions:
- Program Officer – Bishkek
- Accountant – Bishkek
- Community Development Project (CDP) Officer – Bel-Aldy, Toktogul district
- Community Development Project (CDP) Officer – Zhapalak / Osh city
Good Neighbors International has been operating in Kyrgyzstan since 2014, implementing community development projects in Chui, Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Issyk-Kul regions.
📩 Interested candidates are required to submit their application (CV, Application Form for Employment at Good Neighbors Kyrgyz Republic, as well as additional documents such as recommendation letters, certificates, etc.) in English via email: gnkgz@goodneighbors.kg
Application deadline: May 10, 2026
More detailed information is available at: https://employment.kg/
For 35 years, Good Neighbors International has been actively working to combat poverty, placing the protection of the rights and dignity of people affected by poverty, disasters, and social vulnerability at the core of its mission.
Over the years, Good Neighbors has implemented projects around the world, supporting children, families, and communities, and contributing to sustainable development and improved quality of life.
We sincerely thank all our partners, donors, and communities for their trust, support, and collaboration.
Together, we continue to build a world where every person lives with dignity and hope for a better future.
Aida Zhanybaeva, Director of Preschool Educational Organization No. 7 in the village of Eshperov, Ton district of Issyk-Kul region, has been awarded the First Degree Diploma at the international competition “Best Teacher of the CIS.”
According to the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, the first stage of the competition began on February 7, and she successfully advanced to the second round. The final took place on March 24 in Astana, where Aida Zhanybaeva was awarded the First Degree Diploma, a badge, and the “Best Teacher of the CIS” statuette.
It is worth noting that Preschool Educational Organization No. 7, led by Aida Zhanybaeva, had previously been supported by Good Neighbors in the Kyrgyz Republic. As part of our activities, renovation works were carried out, and the kindergarten was provided with necessary furniture and equipment. The development of infrastructure and the educational environment contributes to the professional growth of teachers and improves the quality of preschool education.
We sincerely congratulate Aida Zhanybaeva on this high award! We wish her good health, continued success in her professional activities, inspiration, and new achievements. May her dedication and hard work continue to bring meaningful results and serve as an example to others!