Our FabLab is located at the Center for Youth Initiatives (‘the Center’) in Tashkent, Republic of Uzbekistan. The Center is an innovative hub for the transfer of advanced practiced oriented educational technologies (www.cfyi.uz). The Center managed to integrate various advanced innovative technological practices in one structure. Our FabLab is, therefore, a part of this extensive hub, where continuous exchange of knowledge, ideas and innovation is happening.

Our FabLab is equipped with some of the most advanced technologies including 3D printers and scanners, laser cutters and fraser CNC machines, vinyl cutters and various hand tools, which enable users to bring their digital designs into the physical realm. These facilities will provide individuals with the means to create virtual and physical prototypes, and experiment with various materials and projects. Our FabLab aims to be a space for learning, where people from diverse backgrounds converge to share knowledge and solve problems.

Education is a cornerstone of the FabLab's mission. By introducing students and the community to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) through hands-on experience, the lab will nurture a growing interest in these critical fields. Workshops and courses will range from basic introductions to technology to advanced classes in computer aided design, virtual prototyping, reverse engineering, robotics, programming, and material science. This kind of environment encourages problem-solving skills and critical thinking, which are essential for the workforce of the future. This educational aspect is crucial, as it nurtures a skilled workforce that is equipped for the challenges of the 21st-century economy.