Ms. Torebekova holds a background in Foreign Philology and a Master's degree in International Relations, equipping her with advanced communication skills and a deep understanding of cultural dynamics. Over the past decade, she has been actively engaged with the Ministry for Emergency Situations (MoES) of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In her role, she has leveraged her expertise to enhance regional and international collaboration among Central Asian nations, focusing on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). Her professional journey reflects a committed effort to strengthen cross-border partnerships and implement effective strategies in emergency management. Ms. Torebekova has been seconded to CESDRR from the MoES since 2021.