Always passionate about technology and innovation, Aysoltan Annamamedova, a fourth-year student at the Oguz Han Engineering and Technology University of Turkmenistan, recently took a bold step toward the future by participating in the international educational initiative Future Skills Sprint in Istanbul, Turkiye. This intensive programme is designed to cultivate digital skills, … [Read more...]
UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy Engages Youth on Climate Diplomacy with UK Perspective
UNRCCA, in collaboration with the British Embassy in Turkmenistan, hosted an online training session for the 2025 cohort of the Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA) on “The Role of Diplomacy in Tackling Climate Change - A UK Perspective.” The session was led by Ms. Clare Allbless, Deputy Head of Mission at the British Embassy in Ashgabat, who shared her extensive experience in … [Read more...]
Young Naturalist’s Third Anniversary: Turkmenistan’s Youth Driving Climate Solutions
On 3 October 2025, the non-governmental environmental organization Young Naturalist (Ýaş Tebigatçy) celebrated its third anniversary in Ashgabat, marking a milestone in its mission to tackle climate challenges. Co-organized with TMT Consulting Group, the bright event drew foreign diplomats, public figures, and journalists. Leyli Shyhmadova, the organization’s inspiring head, … [Read more...]
CADAP 7 and the Government of Turkmenistan host the Central Asian Youth Forum on Health and Sustainable Development in Ashgabat
On September 10, 2025, the Central Asia Drug Action Programme, Phase 7 (CADAP 7), together with the Government of Turkmenistan are pleased to launch the Central Asian Youth Forum 2025, an event dedicated to "Health and Sustainable Development as a Path to Peace". The two-day forum will take place from September 10-11, 2025, at the Institute of Telecommunications and Informatics … [Read more...]
UNRCCA joins OSCE Central Asian heads of mission regional meeting on cooperation on youth
On September 5, 2025, UNRCCA participated in an online session on youth as part of the OSCE Central Asian Heads of Mission regional conference in Tashkent. The high-level meeting convened OSCE Heads of Missions, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze, Deputy Permanent Representative of Finland to the OSCE Mari Neuvonen, and … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Congratulates Schoolchildren, Students, and Teachers on the Day of Knowledge and the Beginning of the New Academic Year
Today, Turkmenistan celebrates the Day of Knowledge and Student Youth, marking the beginning of the 2025–2026 academic year. On this occasion, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov extended his congratulations to schoolchildren, students, teachers, and all workers of the country’s education system. The Head of State emphasized that this holiday symbolizes the dynamic development … [Read more...]
UNICEF and Partners Place Children and Youth in the Focus of the Next Nationally Determined Contributions of Turkmenistan
27 August 2025, Ashgabat — UNICEF, in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment Protection of Turkmenistan, convened a round table on the development of Turkmenistan’s third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) with a special focus on children and youth. The event brought together representatives of key government ministries and institutions, civil society … [Read more...]
Young Artists of the Turkic World Shine at Award Ceremony in Aktau
On August 16, 2025, Aktau, the cultural capital of the Turkic world, hosted a vibrant award ceremony honoring the winners of the Young Artists of the Turkic World competition, themed "Traditional Children's Games of the Turkic World." The event celebrated the creativity of over 40 talented young artists from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and … [Read more...]
The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium welcomed a group of Chinese schoolchildren and students
A productive and engaging meeting was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Kingdom of Belgium with a group of students from the People's Republic of China. The students were in Brussels as part of a summer educational program organized by the company NMSG BV. The group of 27 people represented nine different provinces of China, including Yunnan, Jiangsu, Chongqing, and … [Read more...]
Moscow to Host International Youth Forum “Generation of Unity”
On September 19, Moscow—the capital of the Russian Federation—will serve as the venue for the International Youth Forum "Generation of Unity," held as part of the World Public Summit. The forum is expected to welcome young leaders, public figures, entrepreneurs, volunteers, students, and representatives of youth organizations from over 15 countries. The event aims to … [Read more...]
Youth Forum in Awaza: Empowering Young Voices for the Future of Landlocked Developing Countries
Elvira Kadyrova and Ravilya Kadyrova, Awaza, Turkmenistan On 4 August 2025, the Youth Forum, one of the events of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3) started in the National Tourist Zone of Awaza, Turkmenistan. The event hosted under the theme “Building Bridges for LLDC Futures,” brought together young leaders, policymakers, … [Read more...]
Turkmen Youth Meets Shaanxi Leadership: Strengthening Ties in Xi’an
Elvira Kadyrova, Xi'an, China, 1 August 2025 A delegation of Turkmen youth met with the leadership of Shaanxi Province in Xi'an, the province’s vibrant administrative center, to foster deeper mutual understanding and strengthen bonds between the peoples of Turkmenistan and China. The meeting, marked by warmth and shared aspirations, underscored the growing ties between the … [Read more...]
Visit to Xi’an: Turkmen Delegation Meets with Secretary General of the “Central Asia – China” Format
Elvira Kadyrova, Xi'an, China, 1 August 2025 A meeting between a Turkmenistan youth delegation and Sun Weidong, Secretary General of the "Central Asia – China" Secretariat, along with Secretariat representatives, took place at the Secretariat’s headquarters. The event was marked by mutual understanding and a shared commitment to strengthening cooperation between the two … [Read more...]
OSCE promotes youth engagement in climate change issues in Turkmenistan
Some thirty-five students from Turkmenistan’s institutions of higher education participated in an OSCE organized workshop entitled “Youth Negotiation on Climate, Security and Co-operation: OSCE Best Practices” that took place in Ashgabat on 29 July 2025. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat organized this event to build practical negotiation and diplomacy skills of youth … [Read more...]
Turkmen Youth in China: Discovering Yulin – A City of Energy, Knowledge, and Ancient Wonders
Elvira Kadyrova, 30 July, Yulin, Shaanxi Province, China On July 30, a youth delegation from Turkmenistan, comprising representatives of public organizations, bloggers, and leading private news agencies, arrived in Yulin, Shaanxi Province, as part of their visit to China. The delegation was led by Velimyrad Ovezov, Head of the Media Department of the Makhtumkuli Youth … [Read more...]
Warmth, dialogue, cooperation: Turkmen youth visits the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China
Elvira Kadyrova, Beijing, China, 29 July 2025 On July 29, 2025, a meeting of the Turkmen youth delegation was held in Beijing with Ms. Wang Min, Director of the Eurasia Department of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC Central Committee). The meeting highlighted the desire of both sides to deepen cultural, educational … [Read more...]
Global South Youth Speak Up in Beijing: A Unified Call for Peace
Elvira Kadyrova, Beijing, China, July 28, 2025 On 28 July 2025, the Dialogue of Youth Leaders for Peace "Consensus for Peace: The Voices of Global South Youth Amid Protracted and Escalating Geopolitical Conflicts", organized by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC), took place in Beijing. The event brought together … [Read more...]
Turkmen Oil and Gas Students Explore Advanced Technologies in China
As part of the actively developing academic exchange between Turkmenistan and China, a group of students from the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas (IUOG) is currently undergoing intensive academic and industrial training at China University of Petroleum (CUP) in Beijing, reports Neutral Turkmenistan. This initiative is part of broader cooperation … [Read more...]
Children of the CIS countries in Minsk: Belarus Unites Youth for Shared History and Future
On 7 July 2025, the Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War in Minsk hosted the grand opening of the 10th International Cultural and Educational Forum "Children of the Commonwealth of Independent States." The event brought together schoolchildren from Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, as well as … [Read more...]
Building the Future of Social Work: Students Participate in the Family Needs Assessment in Turkmenistan
Ashgabat, July 4, 2025 – UNICEF, in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Population and the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan, supported the academic practice of second-year Social Work students from Magtymguly Turkmen State University and Seydi Turkmen State Pedagogical Institute as part of UNICEF’s ongoing efforts to strengthen social … [Read more...]
UNFPA Turkmenistan trains youth and sports professionals to promote gender equality and volunteerism
From 23 to 27 June 2025, within the framework of the program “Development of Volunteering and Involvement of Men in Promotion of Gender Equality and Physical Education and Sports”, UNFPA Turkmenistan in cooperation with the State Committee on P{hysical Culture and Sports conducted Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions for the trainers and newly selected volunteers from … [Read more...]
UNDP Supports Turkmenistan’s Youth Through Mentorship Trainings
As part of the Turkmenistan component of the regional project “Promoting Resilient Communities to Prevent Violent Extremism in Central Asia,” implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with the support of the Government of Japan, a series of one-day mentorship trainings for youth were conducted across Turkmenistan from 28 May to 18 June 2025. The training … [Read more...]
UNDP Celebrates World Environment Day with Youth Event and Climate Photo Exhibition
Ashgabat, 5 June 2025 – In celebration of World Environment Day, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hosted an interactive youth session at the UN House in Ashgabat on 5 June 2025, focusing on the intersection of climate action, gender equality, and youth leadership. The event brought together students from the International University for the Humanities and … [Read more...]
Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs Engages with UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy on Youth, Peace, and Security
Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs Felipe Paullier visited UNRCCA premises and met with the Deputy Head of the Centre and the Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA) team. He was informed about the Centre’s mandate and activities in Central Asia touching upon the main pillars of peace and security, such as counter-terrorism, transboundary water issues and climate, as well … [Read more...]
OSCE-supported seminar discusses the role of youth and women in responding to climate change risks in Turkmenistan and Central Asia
An OSCE-organized seminar on strengthening the role of youth and women in responding to climate change risks in Turkmenistan and Central Asia took place on 12 May 2025 in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat initiated this event within the framework of the 7th Central Asian Conference on Climate Change (CACCC-2025), which will take place from 13 to 15 May 2025 in Ashgabat. … [Read more...]
UNDP Turkmenistan Highlights the Role of Women in Climate Action on Earth Day
In celebration of Earth Day, on 22 April 2025, UNDP Turkmenistan welcomed a group of students to the UN House for a dynamic educational session as part of its year-round campaign, “Gender Equality – Path to Peace and Trust.” This session focused on the vital link between gender equality and climate action. Students from the International University for the Humanities and … [Read more...]
“The Whole World as One Family”: Student Oratory Competition in Chinese Held in Ashgabat
The Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages hosted an oratory competition among students studying Chinese. The event was timed to coincide with the International Chinese Language Day and was organized by the Embassy of the People's Republic of China with the support of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of … [Read more...]
UNFPA: Turkmenistan’s Model can service as an Example for Youth Policy Worldwide
On April 16, 2025, at the UN Headquarters in New York, during the ECOSOC Youth Forum and the second meeting of the Central Asian Youth Dialogue, the Deputy Minister of Education of Turkmenistan held a bilateral meeting with UNFPA Deputy Executive Director Ms.Diene Keita, the education ministry reports. The Turkmen delegation emphasized that President Serdar Berdimuhamedov's … [Read more...]
Youth Innovations: New prospects for Youth Dialogue in Central Asian countries discussed at the UN Headquarters
On 16 April 2025, the second meeting of the Central Asian Youth Dialogue, organized within the framework of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum, was held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The event, chaired by Turkmenistan, brought together youth representatives, representatives and heads of authorized executive authorities on youth … [Read more...]
International Conference on Sustainable Energy and Climate Held in Turkmenistan with Support from UNDP and the EU
On April 4, 2025, the International Conference titled “Status of Neutrality – a Guarantee of Sustainable Energy Development. Systems Thinking for Comprehensive Analysis of Energy and Climate" was held at the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan in Mary city. The event was organized jointly within the framework of the United Nations development Programme (UNDP) project … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan expands cooperation with the UN on youth policy issues
Turkmenistan has outlined a number of steps to develop cooperation with the United Nations in the field of youth policy. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov at a government meeting on Thursday, 20 March. Guided by the goals and objectives of the UN Youth 2030 Strategy, the Law of Turkmenistan "On State Youth Policy", the … [Read more...]
“Drops of the Future” workshop series concludes with a public event in Vienna, advancing co-operation on water, energy, and food in Central Asia
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) has recently hosted the final event of the “Drops of the Future” workshop series. The event brought together young leaders, experts, and key stakeholders from Central Asia and beyond to explore collaborative and consensus-driven approaches to finding sustainable solutions for water, energy and food systems. The … [Read more...]
Empowering Youth for a Brighter Future: Information-Educational Session Held in Ashgabat
In an inspiring initiative aimed at fostering global awareness and personal growth among the younger generation, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in collaboration with the Israeli Embassy in Turkmenistan, organized an information-educational session for youth at the Arkach Business Center. The event brought together students from various universities across … [Read more...]
Japan-funded UNDP Online Mentorship Initiative successfully concludes in Turkmenistan
The results of the Online Mentorship program implemented within the framework of the Turkmenistan country component of the UNDP Regional Project "Promoting resilient communities to Prevent violent Extremism in Central Asia" with the financial support of the Government of Japan were summed up in Ashgabat, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The large-scale initiative … [Read more...]
The Regional Environmental Center of Central Asia has signed a memorandum of cooperation with NGOs in the eastern region of Turkmenistan.
Last week, the project office of the Regional Environmental Center for Central Asia (CARECECO) in Turkmenistan signed a memorandum of understanding with the Taze Zaman NGO, which operates in the Lebap province, the eastern region of Turkmenistan. The memorandum is aimed at strengthening the long-term partnership between CARECECO and Taze Zaman in order to improve the … [Read more...]
Modernization of higher education in Turkmenistan: the role of ERASMUS+ projects
Since the beginning of 2025, ERASMUS+ Information Sessions have been held at higher education institutions in Turkmenistan. These sessions bring together participants from various projects implemented within the framework of the European Union program. They provide an opportunity to learn about the events and conditions of the 2025 ERASMUS+ competition, as well as the results … [Read more...]
Applications for the GoViral75 Young Leaders Program are open in Central Asia
Applications for the GoViral75: Emerging Leaders Fellowship program for young leaders from Central Asia have been accepted as part of the GoViral project. The program is aimed at supporting youth initiatives in the fields of media, business, culture and technology in order to strengthen cooperation between the countries of the region. The Emerging Leaders Fellowship provides … [Read more...]
Students from Turkmenistan visited the head office of ADNOC in Abu Dhabi
A group of students from the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan made a study visit to the United Arab Emirates. As part of the educational program organized by the UAE Embassy in Turkmenistan in cooperation with the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy, the future diplomats visited the head office of the Abu Dhabi National Oil … [Read more...]
Human Rights Youth Festival dedicated to International Human Rights Day in Ashgabat
From 9 to 10 December, the OHCHR Regional Office for Central Asia organized a Youth Festival on Human Rights to commemorate Human Rights Day, which is celebrated annually on 10 December. 25 young women and men, SDG Ambassadors and youth activists from civil society organizations learned about UN human rights mechanisms and international approaches to equality and … [Read more...]
Turkmen and Romanian scientists celebrate the 300th anniversary of Magtymguly Fragi
On 6 December 2024, a joint conference of the International University of Humanities and Development of Turkmenistan with the University “December 1, 1918” in Alba Iulia, Romania, was held, dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of Magtymguly Fragi. During the event, Daniel Breaz, Rector of the University "December 1, 1918" in Alba Iulia, and N. Shikhliev, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan attended 3rd Meeting of the DARYA High-Level Group Held in Tashkent
On 4 December 2024, the third meeting of the High-Level Group (HLG) under the regional DARYA project (Dialogue and Action for Resourceful Youth in Central Asia) was held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Organized by the European Training Foundation (ETF) with the support of the European Union, the event brought together deputy ministers of education and labor from Kazakhstan, … [Read more...]
The Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan and ETF discussed the results of the European educational project DARYA
A meeting between Deputy Minister of Education Azat Ataev and Ms. Christine Hemschemeier, Coordinator for Central Asia at the European Training Foundation (ETF), took place at the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The meeting focused on reviewing achievements and discussing future cooperation under the DARYA Project. This EU-supported initiative aims to empower youth in … [Read more...]
Central Asian and Turkic Youth Climate Leaders Speak Out at COP29 in Baku
Assel Satubaldina Youth climate activists from Central Asia and Turkic countries discussed how youth can drive climate action at the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku on Nov. 13. The event, dubbed Next COP Dialogue of Central Asian and Turkic Youth Climate Leaders, convened young environmental advocates from Azerbaijan, Hungary, Kazakhstan, the … [Read more...]
#TurkmenYouth4SDGs: Youth Take Center Stage in Sustainable Development
In celebration of World Cities Day 2024, UNDP Turkmenistan, in partnership with the Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, organized a captivating youth session titled #TurkmenYouth4SDGs at the UN building in Ashgabat. This engaging gathering brought together UNDP experts and enthusiastic students to explore how the younger generation … [Read more...]
Youth conference on climate change was held in Ashgabat
On September 16, 2024, the Government of Turkmenistan, in cooperation with the Office of the UN Permanent Coordinator, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Embassies of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates in Turkmenistan and with the support of the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ), held the final National … [Read more...]
Climate Conference Brings Together Youth of Southern Turkmenistan
A conference of young eco-activists from the southern region of Turkmenistan gathered in Mary to discuss climate change and the role of youth in addressing related challenges. The event was held at the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan, as reported by the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper. The conference was organized in anticipation of the 19th Youth Climate Conference … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan: Youth of Balkanabat unite to discuss climate change issues
On 6 September 2024, in the lead up to the Conference of Youth (COY19) and the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 29) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, the velayat Conference of Youth on Climate Change was held in Turkmenistan. The event, organized by the Government of Turkmenistan together with the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, the UN … [Read more...]
Dashoguz: Turkmenistan’s Youth Rallies for Climate Action
On 3 September 2024, a Local Conference of Youth on Climate Change (LCOY) was held at the Turkmen Agricultural Institute in Dashoguz, ahead of the upcoming global climate events COY19 and COP29, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reports. The event was organized by the Government of Turkmenistan in cooperation with the UN Resident Coordinator Office, the … [Read more...]
UNDP and Embassy of Japan in Turkmenistan Celebrate International Youth Day with “Youth and Peace” Workshop
On August 23, 2024, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan marked International Youth Day with a dynamic "Youth and Peace" workshop held at the UN Building in Ashgabat. This event highlighted the accomplishments of young participants of the FutureSkills4All Initiative and honored the winners of the "Youth and Peace" Poster Contest. The workshop was … [Read more...]
UNDP Supports Youth Entrepreneurship in Turkmenistan
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Turkmenistan, as part of the Country Component for Turkmenistan of the regional project "Promoting Resilient Communities to Prevent Violent Extremism in Central Asia," conducted a series of mentorship trainings focused on the fundamentals of entrepreneurship for youth in the project’s pilot regions. These sessions were designed … [Read more...]