Kazakh National Women's Teacher Training University hosted a seminar titled "The New Constitution – A Guarantee of Citizens' Rights and Duties," attended by administrative staff, faculty members, specialists of structural divisions, advisors, and employees responsible for student affairs.
During the seminar, Bakhytzhan Saparov, PhD, Director of the Institute of Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts and legal expert, highlighted the fundamental principles and values of the Constitution, as well as the interplay between citizens' rights and duties. Discussions also covered the professional rights and responsibilities of educators, respect for learners' rights, and the development of legal culture.
Special attention was given to new mandatory study courses being introduced into the educational curriculum. It was announced that starting from the new academic year, courses on "Basics of the Constitution" for grades 5–7, "Law and Order" for grades 8–11, and "Personal Safety" for grades 5–11 are planned for implementation.
Furthermore, the "Fundamentals of Law" course, previously taught as an elective, is intended to become a compulsory subject for all students, with its content aligned with the principles of the New Constitution. These changes aim to enhance the legal literacy of the younger generation, fostering civic responsibility and constitutional awareness.
The meeting also addressed the results of the elections of deputies to the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan held on August 23, 2026, the allocation of parliamentary seats, and the active involvement of citizens in public life.
The central idea of the seminar was guided by the principle: "The Constitution is not merely a document for lawyers and government authorities. The Constitution is, above all, a document about human beings."
This direction holds profound importance for a teacher training university, as an educator is not only a professional instructor but also a key figure shaping the legal culture and civic responsibility of the young generation.
At the end of the seminar, participants exchanged views on systematically integrating constitutional values into the university’s educational and developmental processes and exploring ways to raise legal awareness among staff and students.
Knowing the Constitution serves as a vital foundation for understanding one's rights, recognizing obligations, and strengthening civic responsibility.
