During the meeting, the parties paid particular attention to further cooperation on the reintegration of citizens returned from armed conflict zones, the relevant ministry reported.

Focus on the needs of repatriates and specialists

The discussion touched on the need for expert and technical support from UNICEF. This includes an assessment of the need for psychologists and the development of a mentoring programme for specialists.

  • Improving interagency coordination
  • Organizing training events for social workers and repatriated families

In addition, the parties planned joint visits to Kyrgyzstan's regions. The purpose of these visits is to learn about the living conditions of repatriated families, assess their needs and check the accessibility of social, medical and educational services.

The importance of comprehensive reintegration measures

The Minister of Labour, Social Security and Migration stressed the importance of holding interagency events. Such meetings will make it possible to take stock of the work done, discuss the problems identified and develop further joint measures to improve reintegration mechanisms.

For her part, UNICEF head Samman Thapa expressed readiness to support the Ministry of Labour's initiatives and noted the importance of strengthening cooperation on the reintegration of repatriated citizens, the protection of children's rights and the provision of the necessary support to families.