Our mission is to preserve and restore the planet’s biodiversity, protect wild animals and their habitats, promote environmental education, and unite the efforts of society and the state for the harmonious coexistence of humans and nature.
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About us
Nature in the heart. Care in action
The “Wings” Public Foundation was established to preserve biodiversity, protect wildlife, and support ecosystems across Kazakhstan.
The foundation brings together experts, volunteers, zoologists, ecologists, veterinarians, and anyone and everyone who cares about nature. Thanks to joint efforts, important initiatives are carried out, from the rehabilitation of wounded animals to educational programs and environmental conservation projects.

We strive to make caring for nature a way of everyday life and to build an environmentally responsible society.
How the fund came into being
The history of the “Wings” Public Foundation began long before its official registration. The core of the foundation consists of the “The Wind of Wanderings” (Veters.kz) initiative group members, which has been implementing environmental and educational initiatives for over a decade.
  • 2012 — The Beginning of Eco Initiatives
    On the shores of Lake Alakol, the “Wings of Alakol” festival for bird and nature enthusiasts was held for the first time. The festival became an annual event, attracting participants from across the country and abroad.
  • 2018–2025 — Project Development
    • Annual environmental campaign “Mol’dir Su” (in partnership with Carlsberg Kazakhstan) focused on cleaning shores;
    • Participation in environmental conservation initiatives;
    • Launch of photography contests dedicated to the birds of Kazakhstan.
  • 2023 — Launch of the Qazaq Birds Project
    The project began collecting data regarding the birds of Kazakhstan, bringing together birdwatchers, ornithologists, and photographers. Over time, the initiative gained the support of a large community of nature enthusiasts.
  • July 29, 2025 — Official Recognition of the Volunteer Group
    The Committee for Civil Society Affairs under the Ministry of Culture and Information officially registered “The Wind of Wanderings” as a volunteer group. Its members include Natalia Borovaya, Pavel Adzhigildyaev, Elena Lyamkina, and Maria Luganskaya.
  • Participation in Conferences
    September 24–29, 2023 — Almaty
    The 3rd International Scientific and Practical Conference “Eagles of the Palearctic: Study and Conservation” was held in Almaty. More than 150 researchers from 32 countries discussed current challenges in the study and conservation of birds of prey in the Palearctic region, which includes Kazakhstan. Key species in focus included the steppe eagle, falco cherrug, eastern imperial eagle, Egyptian vulture, and others.

    More about the conference:
    Studying and protecting eagles through the collaborative effort
    To save the eagles, we must change reality

    October 15–17, 2024 — Almaty
    A regional meeting of partners of BirdLife International (the global bird conservation alliance) for Europe and Central Asia took place in Almaty. Over 90 participants from 48 countries gathered to discuss shared goals and challenges in nature conservation, development of environmental conservation programs, and strengthening collaboration.

    Read more:
    The Fellowship of Nature Lovers

    March 17–22, 2025 — Eilat, Israel
    “Guardians of the Flyway” conference was held at the International Birdwatching and Research Center in Eilat. The conference aims to strengthen international cooperation in protecting safe migration routes for birds. This year, around 20 ornithologists from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Albania, Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, and Montenegro participated in the conference.

    Read more:
    Guardians of the Flyway
  • Establishment of the “Wings” Foundation
    The creation of the foundation became a natural continuation of many years of work by “The Wind of Wanderings” initiative group. There was a clear need for an organizational structure that would enable systematic project implementation, attract funding, and unite diverse initiatives under a shared mission.
We grew out of a community, and we became a foundation to do more
The foundation continues to develop existing projects while launching new directions with clear goals, which are protecting nature and shaping environmental culture
FOUNDATION GOALS
The foundation focuses on:
  • conservation and protection of biodiversity
  • restoration of ecosystems and wildlife populations
  • rehabilitation and reintroduction of wildlife
  • post-release monitoring of animals in the wild
  • environmental education and public awareness
  • organization of campaigns, festivals, and charitable events

/TEAM

  • Natalya Borovaya
     Founder
    Editor and owner of the nature and tourism portal “Wind of Wanderings” – www.veters.kz.

    Tourism expert, public figure, member of the Menzbier Ornithological Society, member of the Association for the Conservation of Biodiversity of Kazakhstan (ACBK),member of the Kazakhstan Tourism Association, member of the Public Council of the “NC Kazakh Tourism”.

    Chairwoman of the Ridder Council of Businesswomen under the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs “Atameken”.

    Recipient of a departmental award from the Ministry of Investments and Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the badge “For Contribution to the Tourism Industry.”

    Awarded certificates and commemorative prizes for promoting domestic tourism and respect for nature. Author of numerous articles about nature.
  • Yerlan Upobayev
     Founder
    A specialist with more than 25 years of experience in wildlife management, forestry, and biodiversity conservation. Graduate of Irkutsk Agricultural Institute in Biology (Game Management), graduate of D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan Technical University in Forestry. He began his career as a game management specialist and later became head of the regional territorial inspection of forestry and wildlife.

    Founder of the first Association of wildlife management in Kazakhstan (2009), which made a significant contribution to the development of the industry and internal management planning.

    Recipient of the honorary title “Distinguished Worker of Nature Reserves” and the badge “For Excellent Service in Wildlife Protection” (1st degree) for his contribution to the conservation of natural resources.

    Yerlan Upobayev is known as a principled, organized, and highly professional expert dedicated to nature protection and sustainable management of Kazakhstan’s biological resources.
  • Pavel Adzhigildyaev
    Birdwatcher and Naturalist
    Completed the BirdID field identification course.
    Participated in bird monitoring expeditions in Mangystau Bird Camp and Ladoga Ornithological Station.

    Organizer of the nationwide birdwatching competition “Qazaq Birds: Wings of the Steppe.”

    He created a website for birdwatchers and a model for recognizing birds and other animals from photographs: wingeds.world

    Currently working on modeling the distribution ranges of animals and plants in Kazakhstan.

    His dream is to create a simulation of Kazakhstan’s ecosystems and forecast the country’s biodiversity in the future — the project Qazaqstan Biodiversity 2050/2100.

/RESOURCES

"The ‘Wings’ Public Foundation for the Conservation and Protection of Animals and Plants is a non-profit organization registered on June 13, 2025, in the city of Ridder (East Kazakhstan Region).

Foundation Statute
Certificate of State Registration
Bank details
BIN
250640013935
Bank details
АО "Kaspi Bank"
Account number
KZ75722S000047209362
BIC
CASPKZKA
CBe
18
Payment purpose
Donation

FINANCIAL REPORTS

We are open to cooperation and always ready to provide additional information. If you need detailed information or have questions about the Foundation’s work, please contact us. Your trust and support are essential for the effective implementation of our projects.
Financial Report for 2025 30.04.2026
/ Only together we can save the nature!
Help nature today and contribute to the implementation of our projects. Every donation matters. Together we can do more.
BIN: 250640013935
Bank: АО "Kaspi Bank"
Account number: KZ75722S000047209362
BIC: CASPKZKA
CBe: 18
Payment reference: Donation

Bank details
/ Partners
The Wings Public Foundation for the Conservation and Protection of Animals and Plants
Nezavisimosti Avenue, 3, Office 5
Ridder, Kazakhstan
Phone: +7 777 811 1313
Email: natalya@veters.kz