Deputies convene with student advocates at legislative assembly
A Gathering with Astana's Decision-Makers:
A pre-Children's Day powwow took place in the heart of Astana's city hall, attended by Tabigat Zheynulkabden, chairman of the capital's maslikhat, Aisym Timkenova, the Commissioner for Children's Rights, deputies, and other prominent figures. Our site reports this gathering.
The event served as an interactive platform where the youth, eager to shape their community's future, shared their opinions with the power-wielders. The conversation tackled topics close to the kids' hearts, such as eradicating schoolyard harassment, developing safe, recreational zones for teenagers, enhancing school infrastructure, and digitizing education for better engagement.
Pupils voiced their thoughts, presented innovative ideas, and emphasized the gaps in their academic experiences. Noteworthy proposals were also presented, which the deputies agreed could form the foundation for future projects.
The gathering kicked off with an inspiring video message from the Minister of Education and Science of Kazakhstan, Ganym Bekeshev. He praised the young ones for being the future of independent Kazakhstan and pledged to create an environment favorable to their progress, while taking their concerns and suggestions into account.
One of the meeting's young leaders shared her thoughts on the bullying issue: "It's a privilege for me to stand before this nation's pillars. We've come here not just as students, but as advocates of our schools and this city. Beyond being leaders, part of our duty is to seize every opportunity, and today I made good use of it," she declared.
Decision-makers listened intently to the kids' perspectives, responded to their queries, and acknowledged their suggestions.
Tabigat Zheynulkabden remarked, "We recognize the intelligence, creativity, and integrity of today's generation, for they are our future. To encourage their initiatives, ideas, and projects, we strive to offer constant support."
Nurhimit Zhakupov, president of School-Lyceum No.28, expressed his sentiments: "Today, a crucial conversation took place towards fostering dialogue between youth and authorities. It's regrettable that some city residents overlook the government's endeavors to uplift Astana. These discussion formats underscore that the akimat and maslikhat remain receptive to constructive dialogue, addressing burning issues, and collaborating on solutions."
- In the discussion centered around the future of their community, the youth emphasized the need for education reform and digitalization, hinting at the potential intersection of education-and-self-development and politics.
- General-news outlets reported that the event, which saw the exchange of thoughts between children and decision-makers, also highlighted topics like eradicating schoolyard harassment, politics, and the development of safe recreational spaces for teenagers in the wider context of Astana's growth and progress.
