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What Do Central Asia’s Activists Think of the New US Relationship With Their Region?

What Do Central Asia’s Activists Think of the New US Relationship With Their Region?

By Matthew Schaaf
Washington’s current approach sidesteps human rights concerns. Central Asia’s rights defenders and civic activists have suggestions to fix that.

After Kazakhstan Unrest, Relatives Await Detainees’ Release

After Kazakhstan Unrest, Relatives Await Detainees’ Release

By Associated Press
Authorities have refused to allow relatives or lawyers to see the 12,000 people reportedly in custody, giving little information about them.
Kazakhstan: What Happened in Zhanaozen?

Kazakhstan: What Happened in Zhanaozen?

By Zholdas Orisbayev
Ten years after the Zhanaozen massacre, has justice been served?

Why Atajurt’s Brief YouTube Suspension Matters

Why Atajurt’s Brief YouTube Suspension Matters

By Colleen Wood
YouTube's temporary suspension of a Kazakh human rights group’s channel highlights the risks of civil society's heavy reliance on the tech giants.

Pressure Pushes Kazakh Tax Authorities to Walk Back Fines, Suspensions

Pressure Pushes Kazakh Tax Authorities to Walk Back Fines, Suspensions

By Catherine Putz
After issuing fines and suspensions for several NGOs, Kazakh authorities walked back the decisions under domestic and international pressure.

The Taxman Cometh for Kazakh NGOs

The Taxman Cometh for Kazakh NGOs

By Catherine Putz
In January so far, four Kazakh NGOs have been fined and suspended by the state's tax authorities -- a convenient cover for political repression.

Kazakh Blogger Forced Into Psychiatric Clinic

Kazakh Blogger Forced Into Psychiatric Clinic

By Catherine Putz
A court order has sent Aigul Otepova to a psychiatric clinic. Her supporters say its because of her outspoken criticism of the government.
Who Will Speak for Serikzhan Bilash? Not Washington.

Who Will Speak for Serikzhan Bilash? Not Washington.

By Daniel Balson
There can be no demanding justice for those interned in China while refusing to defend the people who attempt to provide it.

In Kazakhstan, Educating Children with Disabilities Remains a Challenge

In Kazakhstan, Educating Children with Disabilities Remains a Challenge

By Catherine Putz
Kazakhstan's approach to inclusive education and “negative attitudes” affect the education of children with disabilities.

Kazakhstan’s Zhanaozen Syndrome

Kazakhstan’s Zhanaozen Syndrome

By Cholpon Orozobekova
Astana is taking harsh moves against freedom of assembly and international community is raising concerns.

Kazakhstan’s Security Council Bid and Its Troubling Rights Record

Kazakhstan’s Security Council Bid and Its Troubling Rights Record

By Hugh Williamson and Mihra Rittmann
Before it becomes the first Central Asian country to join the Security Council, a closer look is in order.
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