The Center for Critical Gender Studies at the American University of Central Asia seeks to provide an innovative forum and network for research on issues related to gender and sexuality, at the American University of Central Asia (AUCA), in Bishkek, and beyond. The Center is a research hub located at AUCA and is connected with scholars both within Bishkek and globally. We are a resource for AUCA and its students, as well as engaging those outside the bounds of the university.