The “Ona Uyi” project continues to grow in Uzbekistan, providing vital support to women facing difficult life circumstances. In April, two new resource centers began operations in Bukhara and Andijan, bringing the total number of homes in the country to five.
The centers provide pregnant women and mothers with infants safe housing, medical care, and social adaptation support.
The project is implemented in partnership with the National Agency for Social Protection under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan and operates as a branch of the international MHIF (Mother’s Home International Foundation).
Similar to Kazakhstan’s model, “Ona Uyi” offers women not only temporary housing and meals, but also qualified assistance from specialists including psychologists, social workers, and physicians. This comprehensive approach enables them to overcome crisis situations, rebuild self-confidence, and establish strong bonds with their children. Residents can stay at the center for up to six months, during which time they undergo professional adaptation, develop new skills, and gain employment opportunities.
Anar Rakhimbaeva, Director of Kazakhstan’s “ANA ŰYI” Foundation, emphasized that opening these resource centers represents an important part of the foundation’s strategy to expand its impact and provide effective support to families and children throughout Central Asia.
She noted: “In Uzbekistan, we conducted training for coordinators and staff to share our unique, proven 12-year experience. We are convinced that supporting mothers in difficult life situations helps prevent child abandonment and creates safe, comfortable conditions for children.”
