Today, the first day of the Regional Civil Forum of Zhambyl Region, “Strong Society – Strong Kazakhstan,” took place in Taraz, organized for representatives of civil society.

The forum aims to develop a platform for open dialogue, exchange experiences, prepare recommendations for implementing the second phase of the Civil Society Development Concept, and strengthen partnership between the state, civil sector, and business in achieving Kazakhstan’s strategic goals.

On the first day, discussions focused on inclusion, equality, future professions, and digital civic engagement. Participants addressed the involvement of vulnerable groups in public life, adaptation of NGOs to the labor market, and effective use of big data and artificial intelligence tools.