A large-scale environmental campaign "Birgemiz: Taza Alem" was held in Shymkent, dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The event took place on the territory of Abay Park, where dozens of volunteers cleaned and improved the area, demonstrating that caring for the cleanliness of their hometown is everyone's responsibility. The organizers noted that the main goal of the campaign is not just to clean up the trash, but to form a sense of environmental responsibility in young people and instill love for their small homeland.

Students, schoolchildren and young activists gathered in Abay Park early in the morning. They were armed with garbage bags, gloves and great enthusiasm. The participants cleaned the central alleys, the area around the Abay Kunanbayev monument, and the adjacent territory where household garbage often accumulates. They paid special attention to the lawns and flower beds, where they removed not only paper and plastic, but also weeds that interfere with ornamental plants. After cleaning, the young people installed information signs calling for cleanliness and not to leave garbage in public places. According to the participants, such events not only help to restore order, but also unite people. Many noted that after personally participating in the cleanup, you treat the park with greater respect and think twice before throwing a candy wrapper on the ground.

The problem of pollution of public areas remains relevant for many cities in Kazakhstan. In Shymkent, as in other megacities, a large number of park visitors leads to the accumulation of garbage, especially in the warm season. The lack of a waste disposal culture and the shortage of bins in some areas aggravate the situation. The "Birgemiz: Taza Alem" campaign has become part of a broader program to form an environmental culture among the population, which is being implemented with the support of the city akimat and public organizations.

Such initiatives are not the first to be held in Shymkent. Back in the early 2000s, city authorities and school groups actively organized clean-up days, attracting not only students, but also workforces of enterprises. However, in those years, such events were more formal in nature, and participation was often mandatory. Today's events are distinguished by their voluntary nature and emphasis on educational work. Young people come not on orders, but at the call of their hearts. This suggests that environmental awareness is gradually becoming a personal priority.

In 2019, for example, as part of the nationwide movement "Taza Kazakhstan" in Shymkent, more than 500 tons of garbage were collected in one day. But the main problem was that after a couple of weeks, many of the cleaned areas were polluted again. Now the emphasis is on developing the habit of city residents to maintain cleanliness constantly, and not just on the days of the campaigns.

According to environmentalists, such events have a long-term effect, especially if they are carried out systematically. Children and teenagers who participate in cleanups grow up with the understanding that cleanliness is not the responsibility of public utilities, but a shared responsibility. In addition, the campaigns help remind adults that parks and squares are not just green areas, but symbols of the city that require careful treatment.

The environmental campaign in Abay Park was one of a series of events held in Shymkent this year in honor of the 30th anniversary of the Constitution. At the same time, clean-up days, greening of courtyards and installation of containers for separate waste collection were held in other areas of the city. Young activists plan to expand the format of "Birgemiz: Taza Alem" and hold such clean-ups monthly, covering different parks and squares. The idea of holding educational master classes on waste sorting and recycling right during the campaigns is also being discussed, so that participants receive not only practical, but also theoretical experience.

If such initiatives continue to develop, we can expect a decrease in the volume of household waste and an increase in the level of improvement in Shymkent in the future. Environmental culture is not formed in one day - it is a long process that requires joint efforts of the authorities, public organizations and the residents themselves. The "Birgemiz: Taza Alem" campaign in Abay Park showed that young people are ready to take on the role of leaders in this process. This means that the city has a chance to become truly clean and green if everyone remembers: order begins with yourself.