ISOC Kyrgyz Chapter demonstrates the benefits of lorawan for climate change monitoring

On April 6-10, 2023, the research team of the Kyrgyz branch of the Internet Society conducted a demonstration of automatic weather stations and other lorawan-enabled sensors for key project partners. The team visited various partners where they carefully unpacked all the sensors and discussed in detail the specifications and suitability of the sensors for pilot locations.

To provide partners with a comprehensive understanding of the sensors and their potential benefits, the team distributed demo products for in-house testing. This allowed partners to gain first-hand experience with the sensors and understand how they work, as well as understand their potential benefits in achieving project goals and future applications.

An important aspect of the research project is the installation of these sensors in pilot sites by the joint efforts of the Kyrgyz branch of ISOC and the team of the Abdus Salam International Center for Theoretical Physics (Italy). By collecting data from these sensors, the project aims to demonstrate the significant value of lorawan technology to key stakeholders.

LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) is a wireless communication protocol specifically designed for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. It provides long-range, low-power communications between IoT devices and gateways, making it ideal for connecting sensors and other devices in a variety of settings including smart cities, agriculture, logistics, and environmental monitoring.

One of the main advantages of LoRaWAN technology is its range. It can provide communication for tens of kilometers even in areas with limited technical infrastructure. This makes it suitable for deploying IoT devices in remote locations or areas inaccessible to traditional mobile networks.

Another key benefit of LoRaWAN is its low power consumption. IoT devices using this technology can operate on battery power for long periods of time, sometimes up to ten years. The energy-saving nature of LoRaWAN allows IoT devices to be deployed in remote or inaccessible areas where power supplies are limited or difficult to maintain.

In addition, LoRaWAN supports secure and reliable communications. It includes end-to-end encryption and authentication mechanisms to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of data transmitted between devices and gateways. This makes it suitable for applications that use sensitive or sensitive data such as environmental monitoring systems or industrial IoT deployments.

Thus, lorawan technology offers long distance connectivity, low power consumption, economy and reliable security features. Its ability to connect IoT devices over long distances, combined with its energy efficiency, makes it an ideal choice for projects such as the one being implemented by the Kyrgyz Branch of the Internet Society. Taking advantage of lorawan technology, the project aims to collect valuable sensor data, demonstrate its value to stakeholders, and promote the development of IoT-based solutions in various fields.

For demonstration purposes, the research team uses the ISM bands. ISM stands for industrial, scientific and medical ranges. These bands enable industries to use wireless technologies without the need for individual licenses, facilitating innovation and the development of diverse applications.

E-commerce training of the project “Digital Citizen” in Kemin

The second round of regional trainings of the project “Sanarip Insan” took place on April 4 in Kemin.

The training to improve digital literacy this time is about “e-commerce. In particular, participants of the training have mastered photo-video shooting (mobilography), editing, creating text descriptions of products or offered services (copywriting) and formats of placement on various electronic platforms.

In total, more than 15 girls and boys took part in the training in Kant. During the training, participants practiced taking pictures of their products, posting them online and offering them to their clients. At the end of the training, all participants also received certificates that they had completed the e-commerce training.

The project “Sanarip Insan” is implemented by the “European Neighborhood and Association Council”, “Internet Society Kyrgyz Chapter”, with the financial support of the European Union.

E-commerce training of the project “Digital Citizen” in Kant

Второй тур региональных тренингов проекта “Санарип Инсан” 3 апреля продолжился в городе Кант.

Тренинги по повышению цифровых навыков населения в сельской местности, на этот раз проводятся на тему “Электронная коммерция”. Особенность данного обучающего мероприятия в том, что во-первых обучение проводится на кыргызском языке, во-вторых каждый участник тренинга  учится основам фото/видеосъемки (мобилографии), редактировать полученные фото/видеоматериалы, создавать к ним текстовое описание (копирайтинг) и размещать их на разных электронных площадках.

Всего в тренинге  приняли участие более 15 девушек и молодых людей.

По окончании обучения всем участникам были вручены сертификаты о том, что они прошли обучение  по “Электронной коммерции”.

Проект “Санарип Инсан” реализуется “Европейским Советом Соседства и Объединения”, “Кыргызским Отделением Интернет Общества”, при финансовой поддержке Европейского Союза.

E-commerce training of the project “Digital Citizen” in Talas

The second round of regional trainings of the project “Sanarip Insan” continued in Talas city on March 28.

Training to improve the digital skills of the population in rural areas is held on the theme of “E-commerce”. Training participants learned to take photos and videos (mobileography) of their products, edit them, create a text description (copywriting) and post them on various electronic platforms.

More than 30 girls and young people took part in the training. 

At the end of the training, all participants were given certificates of training on “E-commerce”.

We express our gratitude to Talas State University and the Alumni Association for their assistance in organizing the e-commerce training of the Sanarip Insan Project.

The “Sanarip Insan” project is implemented by the “European Neighborhood and Association Council”, “Internet Society Kyrgyz Chapter”, with the financial support of the European Union.

E-commerce training of the project “Digital Citizen” in Talas region

27 марта более 20 девушек и молодых людей приняли участие в тренинге в селе Кызыл-Адыр Кара-Бууринского района Таласской области.

Таласская область – самый маленький регион республики. Область состоит из 4 районов, 1 поселка городского типа, 36 сельских округов, 90 сел. Постоянное население 267,4 тыс. человек. Основой экономики региона, в соответствии с природными условиями местности, является отрасль хозяйства, специализирующаяся на разведении овец, коров, лошадей и производстве из них продуктов питания.

Тренинг по повышению цифровых навыков населения в сельской местности на этот раз проводится на тему “Электронная коммерция”. Особенность данного обучающего мероприятия в том, что во-первых он проводится на кыргызском языке, а во-вторых каждый участник учится основам  фото/видеосъемки (мобилографии), редактировать полученные фото/видеоматериалы, создавать к ним текстовое описание (копирайтинг) и размещать их на различных электронных платформах.

По окончании тренинга всем участникам были вручены сертификаты о том, что они прошли обучение по “Электронной коммерции”.

Проект “Санарип Инсан” реализуется Европейским Советом Соседства и Объединения, Кыргызским Отделением Интернет Общества, при финансовой поддержке Европейского Союза.

How does the “Sanarip Insan” project contribute to supporting the Kyrgyz government’s digitization efforts?

Kyrgyzstan has actively pursued digitalization over the past decade. In 2018, the country adopted the “National Strategy for Sustainable Development –2040,” which identified building a digital state as crucial for the country’s future. The key component of the strategy was the Taza Koom Digital Transformation Program, which later evolved into the five-year program “Sanarip Kyrgyzstan” (Digital Kyrgyzstan). The years 2018, 2019 and 2020 were designated as the “Years of Development and Digitalization of Regions.”

Under the President Sadyr Zhaparov, digitalization has become a key area of sustainable development. On September 7, 2022, President Sadyr Zhaparov officially stated that “Digitalization is the main trend in world development today. Kyrgyzstan is actively undergoing digitalization in public administration, economy, education, and the social sectors.”

The “Sanarip Insan” project, supported by the European Union, aims to enhance the country’s capacity by creating an ecosystem and enabling environment, providing digital skills training to various segments of the population, particularly to women and youth in rural areas. It also aims to support the government’s efforts in increasing employment opportunities, fostering entrepreneurship, reducing inequality, and promoting inclusive, innovative, and sustainable economic development.

The project aligns with the national policy of modernizing the education system through the inclusive and effective use of information and communication technologies in relevant institutions, educational establishments, and advanced training programs. It emphasizes the widespread adoption of best practices using innovative tools and the creation of equal opportunities for education and training, especially for vulnerable groups like young women, girls, people with disabilities, and migrants. The Sanarip Insan project closely collaborates with the Ministry of Education and Science, the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports and Youth Policy, and the Ministry of Digital Development.

Launched in March 2022, the Sanarip Insan project aims to boost digital literacy among youth, women, migrants, and rural residents. It promotes sustainable development through the use of digital platforms, social media, digital finance, and information technologies for online commerce and entrepreneurship.

To achieve this, the project uses diverse methods such as offline training in remote areas, webinars on modern technologies, and podcasts reaching distant villages and international forums.

E-commerce training of the project “Digital Citizen” in At-Bashy village

On March 16, the “Sanarip Insan” project held a training in the village of At-Bashy.

The basis of the economy in the village of At-Bashi is animal husbandry, agriculture. Housewives are engaged in needlework, sewing a carpet made of felt -shyrdak. Recently, At-Bashi has been very popular with foreign tourists. Local needlewomen and farmers need basic digital skills to sell their products not only in Kyrgyzstan, but also abroad.

Training to improve the digital skills of the population in rural areas, this time is held on the topic “Electronic commerce”. In particular, the training participants learn in practice to take photos and videos (mobilography) of their products or services provided, edit, create a text description for them (copywriting) and place them on various electronic platforms.

More than 15 girls, women and young people took part in the training in Balykchy. During the training, the participants took pictures of their products in practice and posted photos on the Internet for presentation to their customers. Upon completion, all participants were awarded certificates stating that they had completed the training on “Electronic Commerce”. 

We would like to thank  the At-Bashy District Library and the “Center for Civic Education” of the Central Election Commission for their assistance in organizing training on “E-commerce”.

The “Sanarip Insan” project is being implemented by the European Neighborhood and Unification Council, the “Internet Society Kyrgyz Chapter”, with the financial support of the European Union.

E-commerce training of the project “Digital Citizen” in Naryn

On March 15, the training of the project “Sanarip Insan” was held in the city of Naryn.

 

Naryn is an important trading post due to the proximity of the border with China, and the city itself is a free economic zone.

 

The basis of the district’s economy is animal husbandry and agriculture. The area of arable land is 27.4 thousand hectares. cereals, fodder crops, potatoes and vegetables are grown.

 

Training to improve the digital skills of the population in rural areas, this time is held on the topic “Electronic commerce”. In particular, the training participants learn in practice to take photos and videos (mobilography) of their products or services provided, edit, create a text description for them (copywriting) and place them on various electronic platforms.

More than 20 girls, women and young people took part in the training in Naryn. During the training, the participants took pictures of their products in practice and posted photos on the Internet for presentation to their customers. Upon completion, all participants were awarded certificates stating that they had completed the training on “Electronic Commerce”. 

We would like to thank the Naryn Youth Center for help in organizing the training on “Electronic Commerce” and Naryn TV @narynnews, for information support.

 

The “Sanarip Insan” project is being implemented by the European Neighborhood and Unification Council, the  “Internet Society Kyrgyz Chapter”, with the financial support of the European Union.

E-commerce training of the project “Digital Citizen” in Kochkor village

On March 14, training of the Sanarip Insan project was held in the Tendik village of Kochkor region.

The population is mainly engaged in agriculture. A felt festival is held in Kochkor, where guests can get to know Kyrgyz culture and customs more closely, participate in a master class on wool felting, felt dressing and the art of creating colored patterns, and purchase original products.

The Kochkor Valley (or more precisely, the plateau) has recently been very popular with tourists, because here, in the midst of mountain splendor, the colorful and original traditions of the Kyrgyz people have been preserved in their original form.

Here you can participate in the installation and design of a yurt, make a felt rug (shyrdak) yourself at a master class, see a folklore show and national games, listen to Kyrgyz music performed by original musicians, and also take part in horse riding.

Training to improve the digital skills of the population in rural areas, this time is held on the topic “Electronic commerce”. In particular, the training participants learn in practice to take photos and videos (mobilography) of their products or services provided, edit, create a text description for them (copywriting) and place them on various electronic platforms.

More than 15 girls, women and young people took part in the training in Kochkor. During the training, the participants took pictures of their products in practice and posted photos on the Internet for presentation to their customers. Upon completion, all participants were awarded certificates stating that they had completed the training on “Electronic Commerce”. 

We would like to thank the public association “Kochkor Initiative Youth” for their help in organizing the training “E-commerce”.

The “Sanarip Insan” project is being implemented by the European Neighborhood and Unification Council, the  “Internet Society Kyrgyz Chapter”, with the financial support of the European Union.

We would like to thank Issyk-Kul State University named after K. Tynystanov for assisting in the organization of training on “Electronic commerce”, as well as Issyk-Kul TV for providing informational support.