Almaty, Kazakhstan – 24 October 2025 – At the recent EUROBAK Awards 2025 (European Business Association of Kazakhstan), the Bulat Utemuratov Foundation was named a double winner. Previously they received the Foundation’s EUROBAK Award in 2024 for their contribution to Kazakhstan’s infrastructure development, through the construction of the new airport terminal in Kyzylorda.
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‘Everyone can thrive’ – Ainur Karbozova
The Foundation received top honors for a corporate responsibility project and advocating social awareness. This highlights the Foundation’s sustained dedication to building inclusive areas and developing social development all across Kazakhstan. In the Corporate Social Responsibility category, the Foundation was recognized for its construction of a state‑of‑the‑art multifunctional community center in the town of Kosshy which opened in March 2025.
The 8,500‑square‑meter cultural and sports complex was built to accommodate up to 1,000 visitors at one time. This $20 million facility was gifted to the citizens of Kosshy and transferred free of charge to the city administration. This hub caters for people with disabilities of all ages, combining sports, educational, and leisure facilities under one roof. Amongst the amenities, you will find a cinema, lecture halls, conference rooms, creative studios, coworking areas, a library and a sports hall. Alongside this there are several outdoor facilities, giving children the opportunity to choose from a wide range of clubs free of charge.
Bulat Utemuratov Foundation receives international plaudits
The second award recognized the Foundation’s nationwide Autism Awareness Month campaign, which intended to increase public awareness of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), promote inclusion, and support families raising children with ASD. The initiative builds on more than a decade of work in this area, during which the Foundation has established 13 “Asyl Miras” Autism Centers across Kazakhstan, offering free, evidence‑based support.
Ainur Karbozova, CEO of the Bulat Utemuratov Foundation, commented: “Winning two EUROBAK Awards this year is an important recognition of our mission to create opportunities and inclusion for people across Kazakhstan. The Kosshy community center and our nationwide autism awareness campaign reflect the values we stand for: bringing people together, breaking down barriers, and building spaces, both physical and social, where everyone can thrive.”
