SDG 11 - MNU

An Analysis of the Current State of Urbanization and Creative Industries in Kazakhstan

alina — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:34:00 +0000

An analysis of the current state of urbanization and creative industries in Kazakhstan, revealing insufficient citizen participation in urban planning processes, weak integration of creative industries into the urban economy and limited opportunities for financing sustainable projects.

The project team has conducted:

An analysis of the current state of urbanization and creative industries in Kazakhstan, revealing insufficient citizen participation in urban planning processes, weak integration of creative industries into the urban economy and limited opportunities for financing sustainable projects;
The development of proposals for creative hubs in the cities of Kokshetau, Karaganda and Astana that will support economic development and social well-being by attracting investment and creating new employment opportunities;
Work on the creation of the Unified Portal of the Public Participation Budget, which will ensure the streamlining and transparency of all stages of the program, as well as increase opportunities for participation of citizens.

The project team proposes to:

Strengthen the coordination between government agencies and local communities to better achieve SDG Goal 11 by actively involving civil society in decision-making processes;
Increase public awareness and participation in projects related to the creative industries through advocacy work, organisation of professional courses, international festivals and forums;
Integrate the creative industries into the urban economy by creating modern creative hubs that will contribute to the economic development and cultural enrichment of cities;
Incorporate the educational components of creative hubs, providing ongoing training and skills development necessary for success in the creative economy;
Develop and implement a Unified Portal of the Public Participation Budget, which will allow flexible response to the needs of local communities and ensure transparency of all stages of the program;
Amend the regulatory and legal acts to provide for the possibility of financing PPB projects from extra-budgetary funds and to include in the program the solution of environmental and social problems.

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In Alignment with the United Nations’ 11th Sustainable Development Goal Thought-Provoking Lecture “Nature in the City: Myth or Reality?” was Hosted with ACBK

alina — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:13:00 +0000

In alignment with the United Nations’ 11th Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 11 SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES), our organization, in collaboration with ACBK, hosted a thought-provoking lecture titled “Nature in the City: Myth or Reality?” delivered by esteemed speaker Ruslan Urazaliyev.

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TRAVEL Hack with Support from Kazakh Tourism

alina — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:27:00 +0000

The “Tourism” and “Hospitality” programs hosted the TRAVEL Hack hackathon together with JSC “NC ‘Kazakh Tourism’.” Teams developed solutions for regional tourism development, customer service, and sustainable infrastructure. Industry mentors advised on business models and validated hypotheses. SDG contribution: entrepreneurship skills (SDG 8), support for innovation (SDG 9), focus on sustainable cities and routes (SDG 11), and partnerships (SDG 17). Outcomes: prototypes and implementation roadmaps were produced. Next steps: presentations to partners and arranging internships for the best teams.

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Poetry Evening with the Ambassador of the Republic of Austria to Kazakhstan — Wilhelm Kempel

alina — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 09:19:00 +0000

As part of MNU’s 30th anniversary celebrations, a poetry evening was held with the participation of Wilhelm Kempel, Ambassador of Austria to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. The event brought together students and staff for poetry readings with improvised musical accompaniment. German was the main language, with English-speaking participants also joining the dialogue. The event fostered intercultural exchange and language practice, supporting SDG 4 through an enriched learning environment; SDG 10 and SDG 11 by promoting inclusion and campus cultural life; SDG 16 through dialogue and mutual respect; and SDG 17 by strengthening external partnerships. Results: expanded contacts with the embassy, greater student engagement, and increased interest in German-language literature. Next steps: publish a list of recommended works, organize mini-readings in student clubs, and develop joint cultural initiatives with partners.

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Photo Essay Contest “Özgeshe Perspektiva” (“A Different Perspective”)

Fariza — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 06:34:00 +0000

The Department of General Education held a photo essay contest on the accessibility of urban and campus environments. Participants presented visual stories about barriers and inclusive practices, followed by an exhibition and discussion with experts. The event supports civic awareness and critical thinking (SDG 4), promotes inclusion (SDG 10), and advances sustainable urban environments (SDG 11). Outcomes: top works were selected for display on university platforms, and proposals were collected to improve wayfinding and shared spaces. Next steps include forwarding proposals to relevant units and organizing a joint workshop with campus services.

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