On September 20, 2025, a large-scale citywide cleanup day took place in Shymkent, timed to coincide with the national environmental campaign " Clean Kazakhstan ." This event became a significant milestone for the city, bringing together thousands of residents, employees of public and private organizations, and representatives of the cultural and creative intelligentsia.

Cleanliness and improvement always hold a special place in the life of a modern metropolis. Clean streets, well-maintained parks, and green courtyards not only contribute to the comfort and health of the population but also reflect the cultural level of the entire society. The cleanup day in Shymkent had the primary goal of drawing residents' attention to environmental issues, raising environmental awareness, and fostering a caring attitude toward the environment.

Employees of the Shymkent Department of Culture, Language Development, and Archives made a special contribution to the cleanup day. The leadership and creative team of the Shymkent City Variety and Satire Theater actively participated in the event.

The theater's actors, technical staff, and management demonstrated that culture isn't just about the stage and art, but also about civic engagement, expressed through a commitment to keeping their hometown clean. They took to the streets, armed with bags and cleaning equipment, and participated in cleaning public spaces. The theater became an example of how art and ecology can go hand in hand.

Theater staff cleaned the surrounding area, collected household trash, and removed dry leaves and grass. They also helped beautify the green spaces: they whitewashed trees, trimmed dead branches, and helped plant young trees. Thus, these members of the creative intelligentsia didn't limit themselves to symbolic participation; they made a very real and tangible contribution to the common cause.

The theatre director, addressing journalists, noted:
"Our theater always strives to raise pressing social issues through art. But we believe that the most important thing is personal example. Today, we're not here on stage, but on the city streets, together with all the residents. If each of us starts small—from our street, our yard, our work—then the entire city will become cleaner and more comfortable."

The theater's young actors emphasized that participating in the cleanup day is an opportunity for them to prove themselves not only in their profession but also as active citizens of the country. "We want to show young people that caring for the city's cleanliness is fashionable, right, and prestigious," they shared.

It's worth noting that cultural institutions weren't the only participants. Schools, colleges, medical organizations, utility services, and city businesses also took part. Volunteers also contributed, helping clean public spaces and educating the public about the importance of environmental awareness.

As a result of these joint efforts, tens of tons of household waste were collected and removed, and streets, squares, and parks were cleaned. This gave the city a renewed appearance and once again confirmed that strength lies in unity.

The main value of the campaign lies not only in the cleanup effort it provides in one day, but also in fostering a new environmental mindset among city residents. When creative groups, artists, and other creative professionals participate in the campaign, it has a special impact on public awareness. Their example clearly demonstrates that environmental awareness must be part of a person's overall culture.

Inspired by the activism of cultural workers, Shymkent residents expressed their willingness to participate in such events more often. It was especially important that the younger generation, including students and schoolchildren, saw a worthy example before them.

The citywide cleanup on September 20 demonstrated that Shymkent is a city where government, businesses, public organizations, and ordinary citizens can unite for a common goal. The event became a celebration of unity and shared care for our native land.

Representatives of the Satire and Humor Theater emphasized that such events should become a good tradition. They expressed their willingness to continue supporting initiatives aimed at maintaining cleanliness and environmental safety.

The cleanup day in Shymkent proved that keeping the city clean is everyone's responsibility. The contribution of cultural workers, especially the Variety and Satire Theater, was a shining example of how artists are not immune to social issues.

September 20th was remembered not just as the date of yet another cleanup day, but as the day when the city's creative intelligentsia demonstrated by personal example that culture also means caring for the cleanliness of streets, parks, and courtyards.