<< BACK Eurasia: Kyrgyzstan Overview Despite a recent constitutional referendum that significantly strengthened presidential powers, leadership in both houses of Kyrgyzstan's first democratically elected parliament have sought to establish the legislature as an independent and effective institution. NDI has been working closely with a group of reform minded deputies on ways to clarify the legislature's internal procedures and enhance its relationship with the citizenry. NDI has focused on helping the Legislative Assembly restructure its nascent committee system to make it more efficient and accessible to the public. After attending a series of committee meetings, NDI offered recommendations on ways to improve committee hearings and organization. Contact Information For more information on NDI's work in Kyrgyzstan, please contact: Washington, DC Laura Jewett, Regional Director Send Email Kyrgyzstan Send Email << BACK