Combatting illegal trade and conserving Kyrgyzstan’s fruit and nut forests

Aigul Zhumabaeva

The goal of this internship is to provide experience to a young conservationist through active involvement in FFI’s programme in Kyrgyzstan. The intern will be involved in all ongoing projects of FFI Kyrgyzstan related but not limited to illegal trade, conservation of the fruit and nut forest. This will enable the intern to develop practical skills of working in a team and with various partners and stakeholders such as international and local NGOs, government agencies, local communities and others. Furthermore, the intern will provide logistical and technical support to the team.

Update: Aigul was recruited as a Programme Assistant for Fauna & Flora in Kyrgyzstan following her CLP Career Placement.

“The projects undertaken during the internship have provided me with invaluable insights and practical knowledge that directly contribute to my responsibilities in supporting conservation efforts in Kyrgyzstan.”