Eastern Europe and Central Asia HelpAge International works closely with partners and local authorities in eastern europe and central asia to improve older people’s lives.
Kyrgyzstan unrest In June 2010, Osh, Kyrgyzstan’s second city which is located in the south of the country, saw a wave of violence between different ethnic groups, including Uzbeks and Kyrgyz. More than 400 people lost their lives, up to 3,500 were injured and many homes and businesses were destroyed.