Promoting Career Orientation in Kyrgyzstan

Promoting Career Orientation in Kyrgyzstan

Project duration: April 2025 – December 2026
Partners: Federal Employment Agency (BA) in Schwandorf and DVV International

This project supports the development of a sustainable career orientation system for young people in Kyrgyzstan to prepare them for dual vocational training (Ausbildung) in Germany. It is based on Memoranda of Understanding signed in November 2024 between the German Federal Employment Agency in Schwandorf. and DVV International.

The initiative provides Kyrgyz youth with accurate information on training occupations, requirements for participation in Ausbildung, and supports informed career decision-making through information sessions, media campaigns, and individual counselling.

Information materials are developed in Kyrgyz and Russian and disseminated in both print and digital formats.

Target groups include:
- Pupils, students, and graduates (min. 1,200)
- Teachers and university staff (min. 200)
- Local authorities and private actors such as employment agencies, schools, and libraries

Key activities:
- Info sessions in schools, colleges, and universities
- Online and offline consultation days
- Creation and distribution of video and text materials
- Creative campaigns on in-demand professions
- Building a network of partners and stakeholders

The project is implemented in two stages:
Starting in Bishkek, Chui, Osh, and Batken regions (2025), then expanding to Issyk-Kul, Jalal-Abad, Naryn, and Talas (2026).

It contributes to fair migration and better career perspectives for Kyrgyz youth in Germany.

Project’s social media channels under the media campaign brand “ЖашPRO”:
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/jashpro.de/
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php