Dryland and mountainous ecosystems in Central Asia face increasing forest fire risks driven by climate change and environmental pressures. Addressing these challenges requires region-specific expertise in fire behavior, tactical suppression, and coordinated response.
In this regard, AFoCO RETC, in collaboration with the Committee of Forestry and Wildlife of Kazakhstan and the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MOFA), is pleased to invite Member Countries to the “Training of Trainers for Forest Fire Suppression in Dryland (TOTFFS),” scheduled for 18 to 29 August 2025 in Kolsai Kolderi, Almaty Region, Kazakhstan.
Organized under the FFMA Initiative, the training will include technical lectures, field-based exercises, and collaborative planning. Bhutan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Mongolia, and Tajikistan, with each country encouraged to nominate three (3) participants.
Given that Kazakhstan is hosting the training, it may nominate up to ten (10) participants.
The countries are requested to STRICTLY FOLLOW the nomination criteria:
◎ Health: Physical capability to participate in extended field activities related to dryland fire management.
◎ Professional Experience: At least 5–10 years of field experience in forest fire suppression, with a proven track record in national forest agencies or related organizations.
◎ Relevance: Demonstrated alignment between the training and their current roles and responsibilities in fire management.
◎ Commitment: Willingness to share experiences, actively participate in discussions, and conduct domestic training sessions after the program.
For any inquiries, please contact to Kiwon Kim(e-mail: [email protected]), Program Officer of the Capacity-Building and Evaluation Team.