East Kazakhstan region actively implements the state youth policy, creating conditions for young people to get education, employment, social activity and personal development. Since young people aged 14 to 35 make up 24% of the region's population, these initiatives are of great importance. Let's consider the main directions and achievements in this area.
One of the priorities of the state youth policy is to provide quality education to young people. There are 3 higher educational institutions and 36 colleges in the region, where 31,581 students study. These educational institutions offer a wide choice of humanitarian and technical specialties.
Special attention is paid to foreign students. 275 students from 17 countries, including Russia, Mongolia, China and India, are studying at higher educational institutions in the region. This international exchange contributes to strengthening intercultural understanding and friendship.
- Education is the basis of the future of the region. We understand that it is important not only to provide young people with education, but also to create opportunities for its application in life. In this context, our universities and colleges play an important role in training personnel who will contribute to the development of East Kazakhstan and the entire country, - noted the Deputy Akim of East Kazakhstan Region Yerbol Nurgaliyev.
The "Serpin" project is one of the important initiatives aimed at training specialists needed in the region. Currently, 588 students are studying at three higher education institutions within the framework of this program. In the future, it is planned to revive the project, which will allow improving the quality of education and strengthening the labor mobility of young people.
The unemployment rate among youth in East Kazakhstan Region is 3.7%, which is lower than the average for the republic. In 2024, more than 10,000 new jobs were created within the framework of the Regional Employment Map, 2,935 of which were opened by order of the Head of State. This will significantly contribute to improving the social situation of young people.
In addition, 6,495 young people were employed within the framework of national projects aimed at youth employment, 4,130 of which were permanently employed. 2,345 young professionals were able to enter the workforce through subsidized jobs.
The vocational training program also plays an important role. 326 people completed short-term courses and acquired in-demand skills.
To support young people's business initiatives, 71 grants worth more than 100 million tenge were awarded. More than 2,000 young people were awarded educational grants within the framework of the "Qualified Professional" project, which has been implemented since 2017. 14 successful projects aimed at developing youth entrepreneurship were implemented within the framework of the "Zhas Project" program.
Grants are provided for the development of their own business for young people from socially vulnerable groups. It is planned to allocate 216 grants for the total amount of 1,572,800 tenge.
- The potential of the youth of East Kazakhstan is high. Every young person, regardless of their social status, should have the opportunity to realize their ideas. We create all conditions for this and support not only education, but also entrepreneurship and social initiatives, - said Yerbol Nurgaliyev.
An important direction of youth policy is the active participation of young people in social life. A volunteer front office is operating in the region, which unites more than 2,000 volunteers. In addition, there are 14 youth resource centers that support the personal and professional development of young people, where 143 employees work.
As part of the "Diploma to the Village" program, 133 loans were issued in the amount of 1,060.1 million tenge by January 1, 2025. This will provide significant support to young people who want to work in rural areas. In addition, wholesale benefits are provided in villages to stabilize youth and develop the local economy.
In 2025, new jobs will be created within the framework of state programs and vocational training opportunities will be expanded. Within the framework of the regional employment map, it is planned to create 282 new jobs for young people.
In the East Kazakhstan region, youth policy is based on a long-term development strategy. Support is not limited to education and employment, but is aimed at developing leadership qualities, volunteering, and entrepreneurial initiatives. These measures will allow for the formation of a new generation that can withstand modern challenges and actively participate in shaping its own future.
As a successful example of implementing state youth policy, the East Kazakhstan region is unlocking the potential of young people and creating opportunities for their future.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/947446