The problems of the spread of drug addiction, ludomania, bullying, and suicide among young people became the topics of discussion at the Zhastar forum. Giger. Bolashak", held in Aktobe.
The forum was attended by Akim of the region Askhat Shakharov, head of the police department Abai Zhusupov and representatives of the regional prosecutor's office. Invited guests – deputy of the Mazhilis of the Parliament Kazybek Alishev, Kazakh TV presenter and head of the "Jaidarman" project Esen Eleuken, Kazakh pop artist Nurbolat Abdullin, aityker Kainar Alagozov and film actor known for the film "Zhauzhurek myn Bala" Artur Tolepov - acted as speakers. Aktobe residents, who became famous throughout the country, shared their success stories with the youth.
A thousand students from schools and colleges of Aktobe gathered in the Oner ortalyga hall, where the forum was held. Two thousand more schoolchildren from the districts joined the forum in an online format.
Askhat Shakharov noted that the stable future of the country is in the hands of the younger generation. The state and society support them today, creating opportunities for self-realization, acquisition of new knowledge and skills.
"At the National Kurultai, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev identified five main problems threatening our country at present. The President noted that there is an increase in cases of offenses, drug addiction, vandalism, cruelty, and hooliganism among young people. And these challenges require the support of society to overcome them. We urge you, young people, to make responsible life choices. It is necessary to get rid of bad habits that prevent us from becoming a civilized society. In the fight against this evil, laws against drug addiction, ludomania, and bullying have been tightened in the country. Do not forget that the punishment for such crimes is strict.
Participation in social culture and initiatives, the pursuit of education and a healthy lifestyle are the values that need to be pursued today. The future of our independent country depends on you. And we are sure that it is the youth who will be able to become the driving force of change and will be able to build their bright future," the governor of the region addressed the forum participants with these words.
During the forum, its participants discussed the topic of educating modern teenagers, discussed their roles in the family and society. Important issues of safety and crime prevention among young people were raised by preventing drug addiction, suicide, bullying.
At the end of the forum, the participants reached a consensus on the importance of creating a favorable and safe environment for teenagers. Measures such as educational programs, the development of youth initiatives and the active involvement of parents in the parenting process were proposed. The participants expressed hope that through joint efforts it is possible to improve the situation and create a healthier society.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/873554