We are deeply grateful to every person who contributed to this policy paper. Your support, expertise, and continued commitment to a world free of nuclear weapons have been invaluable to us and to nuclear-frontline communities from all parts of the world. This paper would not have been possible without the contributions of members of nuclear-affected communities in Kazakhstan.

Each of us carries a lived experience shaped by loss, illness, and the long shadow of nuclear legacy: experiences that continue to define everyday life in nuclear-affected regions. For decades, our communities bore the consequences of decisions made far beyond our control. Today, we continue to call for recognition, accountability, and justice.

We hope that this policy paper can serve as one of many steps towards advancing our shared goal. Thank you for your courage, for sharing your experiences, and for continuing to speak truth to power.