The publication “Schools without Violence: A Comprehensive Plan to Protect Children from Bullying and Violence in Kazakhstan” was prepared with the support of the IWPR Representative Office in Central Asia and the regional analytical platform CABAR.asia.
For citation and references to the material, please indicate: Maral Aitmagambetova, 2025, , CABAR.asia.
Ensuring children’s rights, safety, and well-being are a priority for Kazakhstan’s public policy and the education system as a whole. However, according to UNICEF, two-thirds of schoolchildren in Kazakhstan have experienced or witnessed violence or discrimination from students or teachers. In response to these challenges, the Government of Kazakhstan approved a Comprehensive Plan for the Protection of Children from Violence, Suicide Prevention, and Ensuring Their Rights and Well-Being for 2023–2025.
This white paper was prepared to analyze the effectiveness of these measures, compare Kazakhstan’s approach with international standards, and develop practical recommendations for government agencies, educational institutions, and civil society.
‘This publication was funded by the European Union. Its contents are the sole responsibility of IWPR and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union.’