A meeting of the working group on combating the spread of narcotic drugs and preventing drug addiction was held in the city of Kokshetau. The event was attended by the heads of approximately 30 kindergartens across the city.
The meeting addressed issues related to preventing drug addiction among minors, engaging with parents, and promoting healthy lifestyles among children. Participants also discussed the use of artificial intelligence technologies
in preventive efforts, as well as the development and distribution of the “Alakan” mobile application. New formats for conducting drug prevention awareness campaigns among young people and opportunities to use digital technologies were also considered.
Drug addiction prevention is a shared responsibility. Strengthening cooperation between educational institutions, parents, and relevant organizations is essential in this regard.
On October 8, 2026, the Kokshetau Youth Resource Center, in cooperation with the KSU "Kogamdyk Kelisim" and the Drug Crime Control Department, organized a preventive lecture and a film screening aimed at preventing drug abuse as part of the nationwide "Law and Order" campaign.
How did the event go?
🔹 Informative Lecture: A representative of the Drug Crime Control Department informed young people about the harmful effects of drugs on health, the dangers of synthetic drugs, as well as the legal liability and consequences of involvement in drug trafficking.
🔹 Open Dialogue: Participants had the opportunity to ask questions and share their opinions on the issue. The most active participants received commemorative gifts!
🔹 Educational Film Screening: At the end of the meeting, a documentary film highlighting the devastating consequences of drug addiction and violations of the law was shown.
Take responsibility for your life and your future! Let's build a drug-free future together!
Physical and Creative Activities for Persons with Disabilities to Be Held in Kokshetau
From October 5 to 10, a series of physical, creative and public activities dedicated to the Day of Persons with Disabilities will be held in Kokshetau.
Persons with disabilities aged 18 and over are invited to participate. The programme includes sports, creative and cultural activities aimed at personal development, communication and mutual support.
Participation is free of charge and open to persons with all categories of disabilities.
For more information, please contact:
+7 747 906 0167, +7 771 164 6926, 29-81-08.
On August 23, 2026, elections of deputies of the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan were held in the city of Kokshetau. Polling stations across the city opened at 7:00 a.m., allowing citizens to exercise their voting rights and make their choice.
On election day, various thematic initiatives were held in the city. In particular, members of a motorcycle club arrived at one of the polling stations in an organized convoy and took part in the voting. Swimmers also came to a polling station in their sportswear after a special swimming session as part of the “Sport and Civic Responsibility” initiative.
These formats combined citizens’ everyday activities with participation in the elections and helped draw attention to civic engagement.
The election of deputies of the Kurultai was held for the first time in the history of Kazakhstan. Deputies are elected for a five-year term.
According to the voting results across the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Adilet Party received 71.17% of the vote and secured 110 seats. The Auyl Party received 6.26% and 10 seats, Respublica — 5.56% and 9 seats, Ak Zhol — 5.21% and 8 seats, and the Nationwide Social Democratic Party — 5.11% and 8 seats. The People’s Party of Kazakhstan (3.11%) and the Baitaq Green Party (1.07%) failed to pass the established 5% electoral threshold.
The Kokshetau City Youth Resource Center, jointly with the Akmola Regional Branch of the Public Association “Senimen bolashaq,” held the “Abai – Dana” competition dedicated to the 181st anniversary of the birth of Abai Kunanbaiuly, the great poet and wise thinker of the Kazakh people.
The main goal of the competition was to promote Abai’s legacy among young people, introduce them to his profound philosophical ideas and Words of Edification, and foster greater respect for national values.
The participants demonstrated their knowledge and creative abilities by expressively reciting the poet’s works, presenting excerpts from his “Words of Edification,” and showcasing the multifaceted nature of Abai’s literary legacy.
Abai’s rich spiritual heritage is an invaluable legacy passed down from generation to generation. Educational initiatives like this help foster young people’s interest in knowledge, art, and spiritual development.
On August 12, Kokshetau hosted a series of events dedicated to International Youth Day. The Regional and City Youth Resource Centers prepared a diverse program for young residents, bringing together sports, national traditions, education, technology, and creativity.
Throughout the day, young people took part in various sports activities, including volleyball, asyk atu, and a city breaking tournament. The activities provided an opportunity for young people to socialize, demonstrate their athletic skills, and enjoy an active leisure time.
Particular attention was paid to new opportunities for young people. At the Aqmola Hub and Tomorrow School platforms, participants were introduced to educational programs such as Tech Orda and TUMO, projects in the field of artificial intelligence, and modern digital products developed by Kokshetau-based startups. A book exhibition dedicated to the national literary heritage was also organized.
The festive day concluded with an evening Open Air featuring a concert program, music, and dancing, creating a vibrant atmosphere of a true youth celebration.
International Youth Day brought together the young people of Kokshetau around sports, knowledge, creativity, and new opportunities.
Youth of Kokshetau — In Pursuit of Cleanliness!
On August 12, in celebration of International Youth Day, a large-scale environmental campaign titled “In Pursuit of Cleanliness” was held in Kokshetau as part of the national environmental programme “Taza Kazakhstan”, with the participation of the city’s active youth.
More than 160 students, volunteers, bloggers, activists, and representatives of the local community took part in the event, joining forces with a common goal — to make the environment cleaner.
🔹 The main goal of plogging is to foster an environmental culture among young people, promote a healthy lifestyle, and increase environmental responsibility.
🔸 During the campaign, participants combined physical activity with environmental care: while jogging, they collected litter and cleaned one of the city’s areas of household waste. As a result, more than 200 bags of dry waste were collected.
Initiatives like this contribute to the development of the volunteer movement, the formation of an active civic position, and a more responsible attitude among young people towards the environment.