The leaders noted that in Batken, home to over 12,000 young people, it is especially important to create conditions for their development.

The goal of the Youth Center is to meet the cultural, educational, and socioeconomic needs of local youth, support youth initiatives, implement state youth policy at the local level, and promote the comprehensive development of youth.

The Aiym HUB Women’s Support and Development Center was opened in the same building. Participants expressed confidence that this initiative, initiated by female parliamentarians, would become an important platform for dialogue. At the center, women will be able to receive qualified legal and psychosocial support, as well as develop leadership and economic skills.

The Batken City Hall allocated 6.3 million soms to open these centers, and the building underwent a complete renovation. In addition, the UNDP and the Russian Federation contributed a total of $52,000, which was used to purchase the necessary equipment and furniture.