Центр природных ресурсов и устойчивого развития

Do you hold a strong emotional connection to environmental conservation and sustainable resource management?

If yes, then join us at the 5th Aral Summer School 2023!

This is a unique opportunity to visit the dried bottom of the Aral Sea, visit the Kok-Aral Dam, meet like-minded people, experts, researchers and international organizations actively involved in the restoration of the Aral Sea, and even take part in the development of a project to improve the situation in the region.

Learn more about the tragedy of the Aral Sea and be part of the solution!

5th Aral Summer School offers three thematic directions:

Biodiversity: Discover the rich biodiversity of the region, understand the challenges it faces, and explore effective conservation strategies.

Oral History: Explore the social and cultural impact of the Aral Sea disaster through oral history.

Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM): Learn about the importance of coordinated development and management of water, land, and related resources.

This three thematic are helpful for shaping the future of water, biodiversity, and climate leadership in the Central Asian region.

Key Details:

Date: 21–31 August 2023

Location: Almaty and Aral Sea region, Kazakhstan

Eligibility: Young professionals and students from Central Asia countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghan students residing in Kazakhstan). Participants from other regions would have to cover their round trip to Kazakhstan additionally. Knowledge of English is the advantage.

Deadline for the application: July 22

Send your application by the form. Do not miss this opportunity to be a part of an impactful and transformative experience at the 5th Summer School on the Aral Sea.

June 30, 2023