Foundations & Programmes

NNEF Public Foundation has been at the heart of Kazakhstan’s transformation in education – from early years to post-graduate level – for almost three decades. Under Dinara’s leadership, the foundation has introduced international standards to educational institutions, supported teacher training, and championed modern approaches to learning.

To date, NNEF has invested more than $250 million into developing educational infrastructure, academic programmes, and opportunities for children and youth across Kazakhstan.

The MIRAS International Schools, established by NNEF in Almaty and Astana, became among the first in Kazakhstan to adopt the International Baccalaureate while balancing it with national curriculum priorities. These schools are part of Dinara Kulibayeva’s long term investment in Kazakhstan’s future – a commitment to nurturing well rounded, confident, socially responsible young people.

SOS Children’s Villages Kazakhstan was incorporated into NNEF in 2018. It reflects Dinara’s dedication to creating stable and nurturing environments for children without parental care or those at risk of losing it, while laying strong foundations for their future. Her leadership has helped secure long-term support for the organisation, ensuring that children grow up surrounded by care, opportunity, and hope.

Through the Halyk Charitable Fund, Dinara supports large scale national programmes that improve quality of life for families across Kazakhstan. The fund champions youth development, healthcare improvements, educational innovation, and emergency response. Her involvement ensures that projects are driven by compassion, impact, and long term outcomes.

Founded in Geneva in 2013, the Montes Alti Educational Foundation (MAEF) reflects Dinara’s belief in the power of education to transform lives beyond the classroom. The foundation creates opportunities for young people who may be excluded from cultural and educational life, offering programmes in arts, movement, innovation, and creativity. Through MAEF, Dinara has helped build spaces where children can gain confidence, discover new passions, and engage with the world around them.