UNDP Kazakhstan 🇰🇿

Investing in sustainable #forest management is critical for climate resilience and long-term development. “A forest is not just an ecosystem, it is a shield for land and water,” says Rakhat 🇰🇿, a former forestry inspector. Read his blog 🔗 go.undp.org/Sfp #ForestDay

Happy #Nauryz! ✨ 💐May the year bring prosperity, joy, and new beginnings.

At the edge of the former #Aral Sea, silence lingers-uncertain and unresolved. The #Saxaul tree has become a symbol of recovery as #Kazakhstan continues to confront one of the twentieth century’s worst environmental disasters. @UNDP @UNDPKAZ astanatimes.com/?p=113549

#Eid Mubarak! 🌙 ✨ May this blessed day bring you joy, goodness, and unity.

Today @UNDPKAZ in partnership with Ministry of Healthcare 🇰🇿 has organized strategic session on digital transformation in #health sector, including intro of eLMIS in public health procurement. We proud 2 open a new avenue of partnership with @minhealthKZ 2 advance #SDG3 🇺🇳🤝🇰🇿

Can the energy transition be just without women’s rights? At a #CSW70 side event at UN HQ, organized by the Government of 🇰🇿 supported by UNDP, UNEP & Sweden, experts explored how critical minerals, gender equality& business accountability must align for a just energy transition.

“To make sure I survived, mom sent me to an orphanage. It shaped my life - I wanted to change things for people around me. Now we recycle waste, earn from it&build a better future. That keeps me going” -Vladislav, 🇰🇿 UNDP & @GEF_SGP support local solutions go.undp.org/STD

As climate change becomes one of the world’s most urgent challenges, informed reporting & public awareness are more important than ever. UNDP🇰🇿w/@theGCF engaged 40+ future journalists from three Astana universities to strengthen fact-based reporting on climate risks & adaptation

The #WHO, #UNDP and 🇰🇿 Ministry of Healthcare, with support from the #PandemicFund, delivered 30 specialized vehicles to strengthen the national laboratory network—ensuring safe, rapid sample transport nationwide.🔗go.undp.org/SZK

Turning policy into practice ♻️ @UNDP worked with stakeholders in Kazakhstan’s Abai and Ulytau regions to strengthen waste management systems and advance Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), with a focus on recycling and public–private cooperation.

#CSW70 begins today as the world faces a reality: only 67% of women have the same legal protections as men. Change is urgent. Leaders unite for #justice and #equality. Watch live at 9 am (New York time): webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1n/k… #IWD2026 #ForAllWomenAndGirls

Women change the world every day — in different roles, communities, and spaces. This #IWD2026, we celebrate diverse contributions and the right of every woman to act, choose, and thrive. Read their stories: undp.org/kazakhstan/sto… #ForAllWomenAndGirls #RightsJusticeAction

Kazakhstan | NDC spotlight 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan submitted its latest national climate plan in October 2025, supported by @UNDP, @FAOclimate, @unicefkaz, @UNITAR, and other international development partners. 👉 Learn more: go.undp.org/5PH @UNDPKAZ | @UNDPEurasia

Integrating biodiversity conservation into national decision-making remains a key challenge. Developed by the Ministry of Ecology&Natural Resources w/UNDP, @theGEF, #BIOFIN support Kazakhstan has adopted its Biodiversity Conservation Concept for 2026–2035 go.undp.org/5Ed

Central Asian countries face rising land degradation and biodiversity loss. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan & Uzbekistan, w/partners, are aligning regional initiatives ahead of #RES2026, advancing coordinated action & resource mobilization 🔗 go.undp.org/5bq

DYK, medicinal and aromatic plants are humanity’s oldest healthcare system. In developing countries, 70-95% of the population rely on traditional medicines. On #WorldWildlifeDay, let's celebrate these plants that have provided healing and nourishment to communities & wildlife.

Climate change&food insecurity are reshaping agriculture worldwide. In Kazakhstan, UNDP partners w/the Ministry of Agriculture to turn challenges into solutions by strengthening resilient farming, protecting ecosystems and supporting rural livelihoods 🔗go.undp.org/56H

Nature is an economic asset. UNDP’s Biodiversity Finance Initiative assessed 🇰🇿 readiness for nature-related disclosure. 90+ business, finance & government reps joined. Findings show strong interest—but a need for clear rules and coordination. go.undp.org/56x #wwd2026

UNDP ResRep @KasiaWawiernia joined discussions on #health reform, digital transformation, prevention, and primary care at the Ministry of Health’s board meeting. UNDP remains committed to supporting Kazakhstan’s efforts to strengthen its #healthcare system.

💧 Irrigated agriculture uses over 60% of Kazakhstan’s water, yet aging infrastructure cuts efficiency nearly in half. In Astana, partners met to tackle these challenges at a seminar on climate-resilient water management and sustainable irrigation. 🔗‍️go.undp.org/5P3