UNICEF Young Volunteers Visit the Constitutional Court

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Astana, June 1, 2026

On International Children's Day, the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan welcomed a delegation of 30 young volunteers from UNICEF, representing schools across the capital city. The event was organized jointly with UNICEF Kazakhstan and Coventry University and was held in an open dialogue format.

The participants were given a guided tour of the Constitutional Court building. The school students visited the courtroom, the offices of judges and analysts, as well as the Constitutional Court Museum, where they learned about the history of the Court’s establishment and development. The children also gained insight into the significance of the Constitution as the country's Fundamental Law and its role in ensuring and protecting the rights and freedoms of individuals and citizens.

During the meeting, the students showed a keen interest in the activities of the Constitutional Court, actively asking questions about the professions of judges and analysts, the procedure for reviewing citizens' petitions, and the specific features of the constitutional review body’s work. Particular attention was given to volunteerism and the role of young people in the development of society.

The program continued with an open question-and-answer discussion held in the Majilis Hall.

Opening the event, Chairperson of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan Elvira Azimova congratulated the participants on International Children's Day.

Judge of the Constitutional Court Aizhan Zhatkanbayeva introduced the participants to the Court’s decisions concerning the protection of children's rights, emphasizing the principle of the best interests of the child and the importance of providing special care and support to the younger generation.

Congratulatory remarks were also delivered by Mustafa Rashed Sarwar, UNICEF Representative in Kazakhstan, and Miras Daulenov, President of Coventry University.

The Chairperson of the Constitutional Court underscored the importance of engaging with the younger generation, noting that today's children and adolescents will exercise their rights and fulfill their civic responsibilities under the framework of the New Constitution. She spoke about the constitutional reform, the Constitutional Court’s interaction with civil society, and the role of constitutional values in the development of a rule-of-law state.

The Chairperson noted that the new Constitution is focused on the development of human potential. Particular emphasis is placed on education and science, culture, and innovation.

Elvira Azimova also highlighted the significance of the volunteer movement and the need to further promote a culture of volunteerism among young people. Knowledge of the Constitution helps individuals understand their rights and responsibilities, respect the rights of others, and fosters legal awareness and responsible citizenship.

The meeting provided a platform for an open dialogue with young people on the role of the Constitution and the mechanisms for the protection of human rights.