Chairman of the Management Board Eldar Saparov held online meetings with NGOs and experts
The Chairman of the Management Board of the Non-Commercial Joint Stock Company “Civil Initiatives Support Center”, Eldar Saparov, held two online meetings: one with representatives of non-governmental organizations—grant recipients from various regions of the country—and another with experts included in the approved registry for participation in grant project evaluation procedures. The main objective of the meetings was to enhance the effectiveness of grant project implementation, improve cooperation mechanisms, and strengthen partnership-based collaboration. During the discussions, issues related to the current implementation progress of projects were reviewed, including compliance...
24.02.2026
Eldar Saparov has been appointed Chairman of the Management Board of the Civil Initiatives Support Center
By the Order of the Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Eldar Kaisarovich Saparov has been appointed Chairman of the Management Board of the Non-Commercial Joint Stock Company “Civil Initiatives Support Center”. He graduated from Zhetysu State University named after I. Zhansugurov and holds a Master’s degree in Economics. He has professional experience in public service and the civil sector and possesses significant managerial expertise, including work with non-governmental organizations. From April 2024 until his appointment, he served as Deputy Chair of the Committee for Civil Society Affairs of the Ministry of Culture and...
19.02.2026
In Astana, a discussion was held on the role of civil society in implementing constitutional amendments.
A round table on the topic “The Role of the Civil Sector in the Implementation of Constitutional Changes” was held at the Civil Initiatives Support Center. The discussion was attended by more than 30 representatives of non-governmental organizations, as well as experts in the fields of education, human rights protection, digitalization, ecology, and regional development. During the meeting, participants noted that the constitutional changes cover key areas of public life and discussed the important role of the civil sector in explaining these reforms and engaging the population in the reform process. Special emphasis was placed on the contribution of civil institutions to youth support,...
15.02.2026
An event dedicated to strengthening anti-corruption practices and cybersecurity was held at the Civil Initiatives Support Center (CISC)
In January 2026, an informational and awareness-raising event dedicated to compliance with anti-corruption restrictions and ensuring digital security was held at the Non-Commercial Joint Stock Company “Civil Initiatives Support Center” (CISC). All employees of the Center took part in the discussion. The meeting contributed to enhancing the staff’s legal and information literacy, as well as fostering a responsible approach to professional ethics and the protection of confidential information. During the event, Senior Operational Officer for Combating Cybercrime of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Police Major Aslan Myrzaly, informed participants...
Successful practices of social projects were showcased in the capital
In Astana, a reporting event of the Civil Initiatives Support Center was held on the topic “Modern Practices of Social Projects for Sustainable Development.” The event brought together representatives of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as the akimats of the Atyrau and Mangystau regions, along with more than 80 non-governmental organizations. Participants were presented with results across key areas of civil sector activity. The program included thematic sessions where attendees discussed the outcomes of grant-funded initiatives and their social impact. Projects in the fields of...
15.12.2025
In order to strengthen the prevention of corruption offences, an explanatory session on the ISO 37001 standard was conducted
In order to prevent corruption offences, the Compliance Officer conducted an awareness-raising training session for managers dedicated to the provisions of the international standard ISO 37001, “Anti-bribery Management Systems”. During the session, participants were introduced to the key requirements of ISO 37001, the mechanisms for implementing and operating an anti-corruption management system within the organization, approaches to identifying and managing corruption risks, as well as the role of employees in ensuring compliance with anti-corruption principles. Particular attention was paid to fostering a culture of zero tolerance for corruption, adherence to ethical standards,...
12.12.2025
The results of projects implemented under government grant programmes were considered
Within the framework of the event dedicated to discussing the final results of grant projects implemented in 2025, reports on 102 grant-funded projects implemented across various regions of the country were presented. These projects were carried out with the support of 18 state contracting authorities. During the event, the outcomes of the project activities of grant recipients were comprehensively reviewed, including the level of achievement of project target indicators, their social impact, and specific results achieved. In addition, based on the experience gained during implementation, effective practices were identified, recommendations were proposed, and directions for further...
11.12.2025
The results of the implementation of the Development Strategy of NJSC «Civil Initiatives Support Center» for 2020–2024
We present the results of the implementation of the Development Strategy of NJSC «Civil Initiatives Support Center» for 2020–2024. This Strategy is aimed at increasing the efficiency of grant financing, introducing digital solutions, developing partnerships, strengthening corporate culture, and improving the monitoring system for social projects. As part of the Strategy’s implementation, the Center carried out extensive work to strengthen and develop key areas: Improvement of state grant financing. Digital transformation of processes. Development of the non-governmental grant financing system. Strengthening corporate and anti-corruption culture. Improvement of the monitoring and...
30.10.2025
DECISION of the Expert Commission on awarding a state grant to the participant ranked fifth
In accordance with paragraph 35 of the Rules for the formation, allocation, monitoring, and evaluation of the effectiveness of state grants, approved by the Order of the Minister of Information and Social Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 26 September 2022 №406 (hereinafter – the Rules) (valid in the version prior to 1 July 2025), and on the basis of the letter of the Public Foundation “Komek Komandasy” №19/09 dated 11 September 2025, it is hereby decided to award a state grant to the Public Foundation “Riz-ana”, which ranked fifth in the competition announced on 30 June 2025, approved by the Order of the Head of the State Institution “Department of...
11.09.2025
DECISION of the Expert Commission on awarding a state grant to the participant ranked fourth
In accordance with paragraph 35 of the Rules for the formation, allocation, monitoring, and evaluation of the effectiveness of state grants, approved by the Order of the Minister of Information and Social Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 26 September 2022 № 406 (hereinafter – the Rules) (valid in the version prior to 1 July 2025), and on the basis of the letter of the Youth Public Association of the Debaters Association of Zhambyl Region “Erkin Pikír” № 01/023  dated 10 September 2025, it is hereby decided to award a state grant to the Public Foundation “Komek Komandasy”, which ranked fourth in the competition announced on 30 June 2025, approved by the Order...
10.09.2025