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Month: September 2025

Bulat Utemuratov Foundation Joins Global Autism Advocacy Coalition at the United Nations

The Bulat Utemuratov Foundation has joined the Global Autism Advocacy Coalition. The launch was celebrated at the United Nations Headquarters in New York through a sophisticated ministerial lunch conference.

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Memorandum signed with IOM

Participants who joined the event were ministers of health from several countries, as well as senior representatives from leading international institutions and foundations focused on health and education. The Bulat Utemuratov Foundation joined a host of charities also in attendance, all of whom have a passion for supporting global health and inclusion initiatives.

The Coalition, created with the support of the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, Autism Speaks, and the Qatar Foundation, will bring teams together – with the goal of strengthening inclusion and improving the quality of life for individuals with autism globally.  Efforts of governments, international organizations, and non-profit organizations will also be merged to highlight advocacy on autism.

Alongside this current initiative, the Foundation signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the UN Migration Agency. The agreement aims to support migrant families raising children with autism and develop inclusive education and healthcare programs. By taking part in these recent initiatives, the Foundation will strengthen its role in progressing autism advocacy and scaling up best practices worldwide. With the help of these recent connections, they will be able to do this seamlessly.

Bulat Utemuratov Foundation expands charitable work

Since 2015, the Foundation has undertaken some truly groundbreaking work. They have been able to establish13 Autism Centers under its Asyl Miras program in 12 cities throughout Kazakhstan. These centres operate to international standards and provide free behavioral programs based on evidence-based methods, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). To date, more than 25,000 children and families have received support which has improved the quality of life they live.

Ainur Karbozova, CEO at the Bulat Utemuratov Foundation, underlined the importance of these developments: “For over a decade, the Foundation has implemented the national program ‘Autism. One World for All,’ supporting children with autism and their families across Kazakhstan. Joining the Global Autism Advocacy Coalition and partnering with the IOM will allow us to contribute Kazakhstan’s experience to the international dialogue and to accelerate the creation of a more inclusive and equitable society worldwide.”

SOURCE: https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/bulat-utemuratov-foundation-joins-global-autism-advocacy-coalition-at-the-united-nations-302569345.html

Narxoz Business School Opens World-Class Campus in Almaty

ALMATY, Kazakhstan, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A new campus at the Narxoz Business School has been officially inaugurated, heralding a significant landmark for education in Kazakhstan and the wider region. The institution, which is based at Narxoz University in Almaty, will provide world-class facilities to those who enroll, reflecting the vision outlined by Bulat Utemuratov.

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‘It is an investment in our people’ – Kanat Kozhakhmet

Top figures from the local business community attended the opening ceremony alongside foreign dignitaries, global business executives, and Narxoz University’s academic partners. Other names featured on the impressive roll-call include Darkhan Satybaldy, Akim of Almaty; Gulzat Kobenova, Vice Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan; and Aidan Akanov, CEO of Verny Capital.

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The 6,700 m² campus, recently renovated, is a product of an extensive redevelopment effort. The design honors the heritage of Narxoz University’s iconic main building, while the interior embraces a “living ecosystem” concept aimed at promoting interaction, creativity, and teamwork. Cutting-edge amenities include digital labs, collaborative spaces adorned with art from Kazakhstani artists, and a high-tech video recording studio designed for creating and streaming educational content.

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‘It reflects the vision of Bulat Utemuratov’ – Aidan Akanov

Kanat Kozhakhmet, President of Narxoz University, said “Narxoz today stands as the leading university for business education in the region. This new Business School campus reflects our commitment to global standards of education and innovation. With programs delivered in English, Kazakh, and Russian, our students can access world-class education while remaining in Kazakhstan. This investment in infrastructure and academic excellence is an investment in our people, who will become future leaders that drive innovation and sustainable growth across our country and region.”

Aidan Akanov, CEO of Verny Capital, added: “The launch of the new Narxoz Business School campus reflects our shareholder Bulat Utemuratov’s vision and commitment to strengthening education in Kazakhstan. With an investment of more than US$14 million, this project has enabled Narxoz to enhance its facilities, curricula, and academic environment. Ranked among the top 50 business schools in Asia by the QS Global MBA 2025 ranking, Narxoz is well positioned to be a hub for knowledge, leadership, and innovation in the region.”

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Over the past 17 years, more than 3,000 students have graduated from Narxoz Business School’s MBA, EMBA, DBA, and corporate programs. It continues to attract international faculty and alumni from leading universities and business schools worldwide, including Harvard, Yale, INSEAD, ESMT Berlin, and IMD.

SOURCE: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/narxoz-business-school-opens-world-class-campus-in-almaty-302556314.html?tc=eml_cleartime

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