I DON’T WANT TO LIVE IN A DESERT

March 2, 2026

In Kazakhstan, the Aral Sea has almost disappeared, and harmful emissions in cities threaten people’s health. While some efforts are being made to protect the environment, they are not enough. 

Each of us can contribute by saving resources, sorting waste, and taking part in greening efforts. If we don’t act now, Kazakhstan risks turning into a desert.

Art by Reina Demitriyenko, 14
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Text by Alizhan Koshmanov, 17
Almaty, Kazakhstan
I DON’T WANT TO LIVE IN A DESERT