Young people will have a dedicated platform for engagement within the Kazakhstan Khalyk Kenesi (People’s Council). The new movement will bring together 130 representatives from all regions of the country. They will be able to put forward their ideas directly and take part in public initiatives. The initiative was supported by Chairman of the Khalyk Kenesi Yerlan Koshanov during meetings in Petropavl. The key principle of cooperation is reverse mentoring. Young people will propose their own solutions, while the Council will help put them into practice. The most promising initiatives may eventually be developed into legislative proposals. The meeting also addressed presidential reforms and youth participation in implementing the President’s state-of-the-nation address. The new movement’s priorities include employment, digital skills, volunteering, and social projects.
«The President consistently emphasizes that only a nation that reads can become truly intellectual. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev himself embodies this culture. He speaks several languages, takes an interest in history, literature and global politics, constantly broadens his horizons and pursues lifelong learning. Such an example demonstrates that a true leader not only sets the country’s development strategy but also inspires society through his personal commitment to knowledge,» Yerlan Koshanov noted.

