On February 15, 2024, a forum on “Certification and validation of competences: new horizons of the labour market” was held.
The purpose of the forum was to discuss topical issues and prospects for the development of certification and validation of competences important for strengthening the labour market and economic growth of the Kyrgyz Republic. The participants of the event exchanged opinions and proposals on the formation of strategic partnerships between key stakeholders, as well as reviewed national and international practices in this area.
The Forum became a significant step towards the development of the education and certification system in Kyrgyzstan, providing a platform for productive dialogue between representatives of government agencies, the education sector and the business community.
The event was attended by leading experts in the field of education and labour market, including national higher education reform experts Dr. Chynybaev M. K. and Mrs. S.R.
Mrs. Sirmbard Svetlana Sirmbard, acted as a moderator of the forum.
The organisers and participants expressed confidence that the results of the forum will serve as a basis for further initiatives and reforms in higher education and labour market development.