THE POWER OF CHOICE: SPORT AGAINST ADDICTIONS

📅 On April 29, 2026, in Temirtau, the dialogue platform “The Power of Choice: Sport Against Addictions” was held, bringing together young people, representatives of law enforcement agencies, and professional sports figures.
The event took place in the Evolution hall and became an important platform for an open and honest discussion about the problem of addictions and the role of personal choice in every person’s life.

🔹 The dialogue participants included:
— Police Major, Senior Operative Officer for Counter-Narcotics, Galina Lomaikina;
— 4-time Champion of the Republic of Kazakhstan in kickboxing, coach Denis Samodurov;
— students of the Karaganda Industrial University.

Participants discussed the real risks associated with drug addiction, ways to prevent it, and the importance of legal awareness among young people. Special attention was given to forming a strong anti-drug position and responsibility for one’s own choices.

💬 The open discussion format received a strong response — students actively asked questions, shared their opinions, and received competent answers from invited experts.

🥊 The practical part of the event included a kickboxing master class by Denis Samodurov, who clearly demonstrated that sport is not only physical strength, but also discipline, character, and self-confidence.

📘 All participants were provided with informational brochures “Dialogue Against Drugs”.

Such meetings play an important role in shaping healthy values, strengthening an active lifestyle, and supporting young people in making conscious choices.

A strong future begins with the right decisions made today.