Digital Media BootCamp Rocks Kazakhstan!
FLEX alumni recently completed a project aimed to spark creativity in local students in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Alumni organized a four-week digital media boot camp,...
The Next Step” Helps Local Youth in Kazakhstan Pursue Their Dreams
The importance of professional development cannot be overlooked these days. However, many people, especially young adults, face barriers when it comes to pursuing the...
“Eco-Booster Challenge” Engages Social Media Trends
By Ramil Akmolin ’20 (Aktobe, Kazakhstan / Floresville, TX)
Social media plays a huge role in today’s world. One platform can be everything at once:...
Alumni Abroad: Social Media Campaign by FLEX Alumni Kazakhstan
“Travel while you are young and able. Don’t worry about the money, just make it work. Experience is far more valuable than money will...
Global Youth Service Day in North Kazakhstan
Five members of the FLEX Alumni Community in North Kazakhstan received Global Youth Service Day Matching Grants and organized amazing projects. Let’s learn about...
FLEX Alumni and The Youth: Shaping Children into Responsible Adults of the Future
Young people play a very important role in the progress of any country. They represent the future and if groomed right, they can bring...
Fact-Checking Webinar: How to Evaluate News Credibility
The importance of fact-checking the media is a serious topic that has become especially relevant today due to the rise of disinformation regarding COVID-19....
Amazing Alumni Projects from the Central Asia FLEX-Ability Workshop 2016
FLEX alumni from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan organized grant projects following the 2016 Central Asia FLEX-Ability Workshop (CAFAW) on social entrepreneurship. Alumni shared what they...
“Take Care Mom” Project Empowers New Mothers
By Kamilya Zulfukharova ’17 (Taraz, Kazakhstan / Plainwell, MI)
Around 20% of women report experiencing psychological issues during or after birth, according to research from...
4 FLEX Alumni Projects That Were All About Promoting STEM in 2018
Given the progress of technology, foundational skills in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) have become more important than ever. Throughout 2018, FLEX alumni...