International round table on ethnomediation was held in Almaty

On May 6, 2025, Almaty hosted an international round table on the topic "Ethnomediation in Kazakhstan. Experience and prospects". The event was held at 215 Zharokova St. and brought together more than 30 participants — representatives of ethnocultural associations, the scientific community and public organizations from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan and other countries.

The organizers were the Council of Ethnomediators of Almaty, NGO "International Human Rights Center" and KSU "Kogamdyk kelisim" UOP of Almaty.

Zhandilda Azhigalievich Zhakupov, Chairman of the Council of Ethnomediators of Almaty, President of the NGO "International Human Rights Center", became the moderator.

Akhmetov Rasul Surmanievich, Deputy Chairman of the Assembly of People of Kazakhstan, delivered a welcoming speech. Fayziev Khayriddin Sirozhiddinovich, an authoritative lawyer and expert in the field of law, also made a substantive report.

Mediators from Turkey, Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan shared their international experience. The participants exchanged views on the development of ethnomediation and practical tools in resolving ethnic conflict situations.

Special attention was drawn to the speech of the representative of the Zhastara Assembly, Satylganova Asem, who stressed the importance of involving young people in the processes of strengthening interethnic harmony and conflict prevention.

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