Kyrgyzstan
Since gaining independence, Kyrgyzstan’s democratic system has struggled for stability despite economic troubles, transitional governments, ethnic conflict, and political divides. Since 2011, our team has promoted a culture of tolerance and collaborative problem-solving in Kyrgyzstan. We help transform perceptions of conflict and support reconciliation through media, governance tools, and dialogue.
World rankings
#1 is most peaceful, equal, and democratic
Peace
#124out of 163 countries
Democracy
#93out of 167 countries
Latest projects
A 101-Year Old Border Dispute is Finally Over
A century-old conflict finally resolved. Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have signed a historic agreement, proving that peace isn’t just a dream—it’s possible through persistence and dialogue. Behind the scenes, activists, journalists, and everyday people worked tirelessly to build trust and create change. In a world often divided, moments like this remind us that peace is possible. Questions […]
Women Community “Sheroes”: Advancing Women Leadership in Repatriation and Reintegration
Search for Common Ground started implementing the project Women Community “Sheroes”: Advancing Women Leadership in Repatriation and Reintegration (R&R) in February 2023. Funded by the Secretary’s Office of Global Women’s Issues (S/GWI), the project is implemented by Search for Common Ground together with its two local partners, Public Fund DIA and Public Association Steps to […]
Research Report – Handling Harmful Content Online: Cross-National Perspectives of Users Affected by Conflict – April 2021
Roadmap for Implementation of Youth Initiatives at the Local Level – JashStan – 2020
Information flows and radicalization leading to violent extremism in Central Asia
