Empowering women is essential for creating inclusive, resilient growth in the Kyrgyz Republic. The Livelihoods for Youth (L4Y) Community Support Project, made possible with financial support from the Japan Social Development Fund, is supporting young people to boost their employability and gain entrepreneurial skills. Mendayim—a young woman from Osh—launched her own micro business with L4Y support, which is creating new income-generating opportunities in her community.