GLOFCA Knowledge Platform Presented at World Library and Information Congress in Astana
On 20 August 2025, the GLOFCA project was presented during the session “Regional Engagement, Global Impact: Connecting with UNESCO Regional Office in Almaty” at the 89th World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) in Astana, Kazakhstan.
GLOFCA Contributes to Regional Cryosphere Action Planning in Central Asia
From 6–8 August 2025, the GLOFCA team took part in a subregional workshop at Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyz Republic.
Continuing Disaster Risk Education in Uzbekistan’s Mountain Villages
In the middle of July 2025, the GLOFCA project returned to the pilot villages of Pskem and Tepar in Uzbekistan’s Bostanlyk District to continue building local knowledge on glacier-related hazards.
GLOFCA Participates in High-Level Glacier Preservation Conference in Tajikistan
On 20–21 March 2025, the GLOFCA project was represented at the International Scientific and Practical Conference on “Preservation of Glaciers – The Basis for Ensuring Water, Food, Energy, and Environmental Security”, held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
GLOFCA at the First World Day for Glaciers: Side Event in Paris
On 21 March 2025, the GLOFCA project was featured during a high-level side event at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris.
Developing a Roadmap to Reduce the Risk of Glacier Lake Outburst Floods in Tajikistan
On January 13, 14, and 16, 2025, Dushanbe hosted a series of workshops focused on developing a roadmap to reduce the risk of glacier lake outburst floods (GLOFs) in the context of climate change.
Insights into GLOF risk management shared at COP29 side event
Presentation at the COP29 side event brought attention to the escalating risks posed by GLOFs.
Regional Cooperation for Safer Future: Early Warning Systems for GLOFs
Central Asia unites efforts to implement early warning systems against glacier lake outbursts.
Youth and Young Professionals Gain Practical Insights on Climate Adaptation
Women-Led Expedition Empowers and Educates in Central Asia’s High Mountains In the recent ‘Adventure of Science: Women and Glaciers in Central Asia’ expedition, the focus on climate change adaptation empowered a new generation of young explorers, scientists, and leaders. Hands-On Learning Young participants explored the Kyrgyz Ala Archa National Park, learning about natural hazards like […]
Meeting Advances Early Warning System for GLOFs in Kyrgyzstan
Local Support and Technical Challenges Discussed in Key Stakeholder Meeting In a recent meeting, members of the GLOFCA team, partners, and stakeholders gathered to discuss the development of an Early Warning System (EWS) for Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) in Kyrgyzstan’s Ala-Archa National Park. EWS Progress Shared Laura Niggli and Holger Frey from UZH presented […]
Collaborative Research Explores Hazards in Pamir Region, Aims to Improve Disaster Preparedness
In a recent expedition to the Pamir region, a team of researchers and agencies explored the beauty and hazards of the area, shedding light on crucial findings that have far-reaching implications. Collaborative Research Efforts Collaborative efforts involving the Aga Khan Agency of Habitat (AKAH), Tajik Hydromet, local research institutes, governmental agencies responsible for GLOFs, and […]
GLOFCA Team Collaborates to Enhance Natural Hazard Management in Almaty Region
Kazakhstan, August 2023 This summer, the Kazakh mountains have witnessed a period of heightened natural hazards, particularly from glacier lakes and slopes near Almaty city. Intense rainfall triggered mudflows that damaged roads and structures, though fortunately, no lives were lost. In a bid to fortify the region against such threats, the GLOFCA team visited Almaty […]