KARIU STUDENTS — ON THE FUTURE OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN

On February 27, a meeting with students was held at the Karaganda Industrial University in the format of a “Listening State,” dedicated to explaining the draft of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The event was conducted in an open dialogue format, allowing students not only to receive detailed information about the proposed amendments, but also to ask questions of interest, express their opinions, and discuss current socio-political processes.

The speaker was Andrey Andreyevich Aleshkov, lecturer and Master of Humanities of the Department of “History of Kazakhstan and General Education Disciplines.” In his presentation, he elaborated on the key provisions of the draft new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, outlined the prerequisites for constitutional reforms, and explained their significance for the further development of the state.

Special attention was given to the principles of building a just and law-governed society, strengthening the role of citizens in governing the country, developing democratic institutions, and improving the system for the protection of human rights and freedoms.

During the meeting, participants discussed the redistribution of powers between branches of government, expanding opportunities for citizen participation in state decision-making, and increasing the transparency and accountability of government bodies.

The speaker emphasized that the concept of a “Listening State” is aimed at strengthening feedback between society and the authorities, as well as fostering a culture of open dialogue and responsibility.

Students actively engaged in the discussion, raising issues of youth civic engagement, the role of the Constitution as the fundamental law of the country, and its impact on the daily life of every citizen.

Such meetings contribute to enhancing legal literacy, fostering an active civic position, and recognizing the importance of youth participation in socio-political processes.