Viktoriya Ashirova

Uzbekistan

Viktoriya has a PhD in the field of biochemistry; a diploma in psychology and a diploma in social work. Since 2000, she has been working in the social sector at an NGO and has solid experience in managing social projects. For many years she worked in the field of HIV infection and tuberculosis, protecting human rights, fighting stigma and discrimination, and combating violence against women. Viktoriya has extensive experience in organizing psychosocial assistance among vulnerable groups, especially for people living with HIV/AIDS. Further, she has experience in coaching, developing training modules and conducting trainings for NGOs, as well as experience in financing NGOs and fundraising methods.