UNDP Tajikistan

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Recent news

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From Research to Action: Advancing Inclusive Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities in Tajikistan

UNDP Tajikistan presented the findings of a joint research study on the challenges and opportunities for persons with disabilities to access employment and…

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UNDP and Japan to boost earthquake resilience in Dushanbe

Central Asia has a complex risk profile, and earthquakes are among the most prominent hazards. Tajikistan is no exception, with the 1949 Khait and the 1989…

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Advancing Gender-Responsive and Climate-Resilient Water Governance in the Kofarnihon River Basin

Stakeholders in Tajikistan convened at the first Kofarnihon River Basin Council meeting of 2026 to advance gender-responsive and climate-resilient Integrated…

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UNDP invites CSOs and NGOs to Partner on Community Livelihood and Resilience Support

This is a Request for Information (RFI) from National Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) / Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) for potential partnership with…

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No One Left Behind in Climate Action: Strengthening Gender Equality in Tajikistan’s NDC 3.0

Tajikistan is advancing its NDC 3.0 through a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion lens to ensure that its climate policies are inclusive, people-centred, and…

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What we do

UNDP has been operating in Tajikistan since 1993, striving for a sustainable, inclusive, and equitable future. For 2023-2026, its focus areas, aligned with the government, are: 

  • Inclusive and green economic growth
  • Climate change, Energy, and environment
  • People-centered governance
  • Rule of law, access to justice, and women's empowerment

Change Stories

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Stories
Little Dilnoza’s First Vital Document and the Story of Changing Civil Registration System in Tajikistan

By modernising this system, these essential public services are becoming faster and more accessible for families nationwide.

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Rustam Shokhmurod: “We aim to structure the parliament’s work in line with leading international practices”

Strengthening the role of parliament and deepening cooperation with UNDP reflect a transition toward more systematic and sustainable development of the country’s…

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Young Women Lawyers Drive a 6% Increase in Women Advocates in Tajikistan

Across Tajikistan, more young women are becoming advocates, contributing to a 6% increase in licensed women advocates in the country — an important step towards…

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World Tuberculosis Day: A Mother’s Story of Resilience and the Importance of Timely Care in Tajikistan

Every year on 24 March, the world observes World Tuberculosis Day. Behind every diagnosis is a person and a family whose lives are suddenly changed. Yet…

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How Farmer Navruz’s Dried Fruits from a Tajikistani Village Found Their Way to the World

Navruz received support under “Aid for Trade” project initiative implemented jointly by UNDP’s LITACA / Aid for Trade in Central Asia project, funded by Japan…

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Publications

Publications
Independent Country Programme Evaluation of UNDP Tajikistan (2021–2025)

The Independent Country Programme Evaluation (ICPE) of UNDP Tajikistan provides an independent assessment of UNDP’s contribution to the country’s development…

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UNDP Tajikistan Sustainable Development News - January–February

In our January–February Newsletter, we highlight a strong and inspiring start to the year. Together with national institutions, international partners and local…

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Gender Aspects of Climate Change and Adaptation in Tajikistan

Impact brochure on Climate Change, Adaptation Measures and Gender Issues in Tajikistan

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Case Notes on Housing, Domestic Violence and Access to Justice

This publication presents a collection of anonymized case notes prepared by participants of the Fellowship Programme for Young Women Lawyers implemented in…

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Policy Briefs on Domestic Violence and Social Housing Reform

This publication presents two policy briefs developed under the SUWIL Fellowship Programme for Young Women Lawyers, implemented in partnership with the Human…

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Snapshot of Tajikistan

10.786

Million population

21.2 %

Poverty rate

112

Gender Gap ranking out of 146 countries in the 2024 Global Gender Gap Report

0.679

Human Development Index

71.3

Life expectancy at birth

32%

Women experience gender-based violence in their lifetime

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