The first practical training session for representatives of rural non-governmental organizations was held

On August 14, 2025, the first practical training session for representatives of rural non-governmental organizations was held in Kostanay Region as part of the project “Development of Civic Initiatives in Rural Areas.”

The event featured leading experts in social entrepreneurship, communications, and strategic planning, who shared tools for sustainable development, methods for effective media engagement, approaches to creating and promoting social products, as well as best practices for resource mobilization and building partnerships with government and business structures.

This training marked the start of a series of sessions, which will also cover Pavlodar and North Kazakhstan regions. It aims to enhance the professional skills, organizational capacity, and engagement of rural NGOs in the development of their communities.