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.
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