Discovering New Voices
JAZUUCHU is dedicated to discovering writers whose work reveals the life, memory, language and worldview of the people of Kyrgyzstan
Selecting Outstanding Works
Entries undergo a rigorous multi-stage evaluation process, from the initial review through to the selection of finalists and winners
Introducing Kyrgyz Authors to the World
Selected works are translated into major world languages, brought to international publication, and introduced to readers worldwide
Competition Timeline
A transparent process from submission to the final stage, expert evaluation, and international recognition
1
Submission Period
Registration on the website, submission of the manuscript and statement of purpose
1 October 2026 – 28 February 2027
2
Longlist Announcement
The Expert Council reviews all eligible entries and compiles the longlist
March – April 2027
3
Shortlist
Finalists are selected, with up to five works shortlisted in each category
May – June 2027
4
Awards Ceremony
Winners are announced, and selected works are presented for international promotion
August 2027
Competition Assessment
EXPERT COUNCIL
Entries are assessed by representatives of leading literary, academic, cultural and educational institutions.
The Expert Council is appointed separately for each competition category and ensures that every entry is assessed professionally, independently and impartially.
The Expert Council is appointed separately for each competition category and ensures that every entry is assessed professionally, independently and impartially.
National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic
National Writers’ Union of the Kyrgyz Republic
Jusup Balasagyn Kyrgyz National University
Lomonosov Moscow State University
(international expert)
Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University
Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B. N. Yeltsin
International University of Kyrgyzstan
Alykul Osmonov National Library of the Kyrgyz Republic
The composition of the Expert Council will be published once the participating institutions have confirmed their involvement.
Selected Works
THE 2023 SHORTLIST
Works selected for the JAZUUCHU 2023 Shortlist
Zarathustra of Dobul-Tash
Arslan Koichiev
The Era of Lovelessness
Dalmira Tilepbergen
The Flood
Sultan Raev
The Captive of Batken
Beken Nazaraliev
Support the Initiative
Помочь проекту
Вместе мы открываем миру новую страницу современной кыргызской литературы.
Поддерживая JAZUUCHU, вы помогаете находить новые литературные голоса, сохранять культурное наследие Кыргызстана и открывать произведения кыргызских авторов международным читателям.
Поддерживая JAZUUCHU, вы помогаете находить новые литературные голоса, сохранять культурное наследие Кыргызстана и открывать произведения кыргызских авторов международным читателям.
Bronze Patron
Acknowledgement in the competition’s Patrons’ Newsletter
3 000
KGS
Become a Patron
Silver Patron
Recognition across our publications and social media
10 000
KGS
Become a Patron
Gold Patron
All Silver Patron benefits, plus recognition on the website
30 000
KGS
Become a Patron
Platinum Patron
All Gold Patron benefits, plus a personal invitation to the awards ceremony
50 000
KGS
Become a Patron
Diamond Patron
All Platinum Patron benefits, plus an interview with the founder and acknowledgement in all printed materials
100 000
KGS
Become a Patron
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Личный вклад в развитие литературы Кыргызстана
Стать партнёром
Совместные инициативы и культурные проекты
Информационным партнёрам
Публикации, медиа поддержка
и продвижение новостей конкурса
и продвижение новостей конкурса
Для спонсоров
Специальные форматы участия
для юридических лиц
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Key Principles
- A public report on the use of sponsorship funds will be published following each Competition.
- The scope of sponsorship and associated benefits will be agreed individually with each partner
Submissions are open
1 October 2026 – 28 February 2027
We’ll respond
within one business day
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