The head of state took part in the official closing ceremony of the Year of the Volunteer

In his speech, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called the Year of the Volunteer successful. According to him, thanks to the mercy and responsiveness of tens of thousands of Kazakhstanis, the nationwide idea of ​​"good deeds" has become a reality, despite the fact that this year fell on one of the most difficult, dramatic periods in history not only for our country, but for the whole world. As the President noted, the people of Kazakhstan confirmed the inviolability of the spirit of the nation, demonstrated unity and cohesion, community, solidarity, indifference and care for each other. - The year of the volunteer was a special year, it showed the true noble qualities of our youth. It was a time of compassion, responsibility and concern. We provided assistance to those in need and together we fought various difficulties. Our society has confirmed its commitment to moral values. The pandemic that has swept the world has clearly demonstrated how important compassion and kindness are. The dangerous virus tested not only the health of the people, but also our unity. We have passed this test with honor, maintaining unity and harmony, - said the President. During the year, over 100 thousand people participated in volunteer activities. New areas of volunteering have also been effectively developed. The head of state expressed confidence that a bright future awaits a country with a large number of caring residents, and volunteering will serve as an example for all citizens and contribute to the formation of a new image of the nation. - The nationwide initiative "Birgemiz" in a short time brought together many caring compatriots who, in the difficult period of the pandemic, provided the necessary support to those in need. The projects “Qamqor”, “Saulyq”, “Sabaqtastyq” launched within the framework of the initiative have helped hundreds of thousands of our citizens. The activity of the volunteer movement "Taza Alem" on cleaning rivers, forests, planting trees, sorting garbage found a wide response. Today, ecoactivism is not a tribute to any fashion trends, but an urgent need, a life principle that will allow us to preserve nature, - said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The President believes that government agencies, archival organizations, scientific institutes need to use the resource of volunteers more productively. Taking into account the experience of Arys and Makhtaaral, it becomes important to comprehensively prepare volunteers for rescue operations after complex man-made disasters. The issues of environmental protection and animal protection require special attention. A separate priority is the issue of systematic support for charitable activities. On behalf of the President, a new law on charity is being prepared, which will eliminate the existing gaps in this area.

We need clear and effective legal mechanisms to stimulate and encourage socially oriented activities. For this, the Government needs to work out a set of tasks. Provision of soft loans in the first years of the formation and development of charitable organizations, as well as the possibility of preferential use of state property by them. It is important to introduce effective mechanisms for indirectly stimulating businesses and individuals to participate in charitable and volunteer projects, including through the provision of priority rights when providing government support measures. It is necessary to significantly expand the financial and non-financial support of charitable and volunteer organizations from both the state and business. I ask the Government to prepare appropriate proposals, the Head of State ordered. In order to ensure transparency of charitable activities, Kassym-Jomart instructed to think over the issue of introducing the Register of charitable organizations. It should be integrated into all existing information systems in this area and become available to anyone who wishes to get acquainted with the activities of charitable organizations, their financial reporting. It is equally important to build a system for protecting citizens from fraud in the field of electronic charity. - Today it is one of the most popular forms of transferring financial assistance. Every third Kazakhstani prefers to donate online. In order to exclude fraud, not to undermine people's trust, it is necessary to introduce into circulation the so-called revolving (operational) donations through online banking. This will allow tracking the flow of funds, ensuring their targeting, the President believes. The head of state pointed out the need to continue work to support volunteer organizations and allocate special grants to them. For the continuation of good deeds, it is important to develop a Roadmap for the development of volunteering, as well as a Volunteer Training Program. The government was instructed to develop a unified standard for supporting volunteer activities. - Volunteering is not just a social phenomenon, not a habit or skill that is formed in one day. This is a way of life deliberately chosen by many people. Charity is a quality that is instilled in a person from childhood. Therefore, it is extremely important to form readiness for good deeds in the younger generation. I propose to introduce thematic classes and optional hours in all educational institutions. Our children, who have learned to serve the community, become real citizens. "A fiery soul, a bright mind, a kind heart" - these noble qualities, about which the wise Abai wrote, are now necessary like air. I am sure they are inherent in everyone who wants to become a volunteer, - noted Kassym-Zhomart Tokayev.

In his speech, special attention was paid to building the potential of social partnership in the framework of volunteer and charitable activities, as well as the development of corporate volunteering. Kazakhstan has become one of the active participants in the UN Volunteers Program, helping those in need in different countries of the world. At the 75th session of the UN General Assembly, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev made a proposal to proclaim an International Year of Volunteer Mobilization. This initiative testifies to the special attitude of Kazakhstan to the development of traditions, the culture of volunteering not only in our country, but throughout the world. - In a few days we will enter the Year of the 30th Anniversary of Independence. This is the most important milestone in the development of the country, a historical milestone. This is the time when we analyze our achievements and outline our future. We attach particular importance to the content of next year's anniversary events. Each event should have a deep meaning and benefit for society, be an example for the younger generation. In this regard, I propose to organize a "Marathon of Good Deeds" at the national level. This important initiative will bring us all together. It is obvious that in such a difficult period good deeds will strengthen our country, unite society, the Head of State is convinced. The President of Kazakhstan thanked everyone who, in this difficult time of the pandemic, did not stand aside and continue to help people, and also supported a number of proposals and initiatives of volunteers. During the event, the chairman of the ALE "National Volunteer Network" Vera Kim, a volunteer from the city of Arys Olzhas Mamyr, acting. Toili Kurbanov, Executive Coordinator of the UN Volunteer Program, Chairman of the Council of Veterans of Temirtau Berlikbay Ordabaev, Republican Coordinator of the "Public Control" group Saida Taukeleva, Chairman of the Center of the Association of Volunteer Initiatives of Russia Artem Metelev, Officer of the Sanaly Urpak project office "Bogdan Petrov, President of the Animal Protection Organization INUCOBO ”Lilia Sarsenova, international volunteer of UN volunteers Ainur Kanafina, volunteer of the“ Step towards ”headquarters Maxim Panchenko, head of the Atyrau volunteer corps“ AVK ”Bekasyl Samigolla, chairman of the united children's youth organization“ Zhas Ulan ”Dinara Sadvakasova.

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