The Kazakh National Women’s Teacher Training University hosted the 5th International Scientific and Practical Conference, “Art in a Multicultural Society: Traditions and Innovations,” dedicated to the 75th anniversary of Toygan Izim, Honored Artist of the Kazakh SSR and professor. The event was held within the framework of the “Abirov's World" project.

                                                               

Organized by the Department of Choreography and Art Management, the conference aimed to promote the heritage of national dance, highlight the distinguished artist’s creative and teaching career, and encourage academic exchange and professional cooperation.

                                                               

At the opening ceremony, Duman Zhekenov, Vice-Rector for Social Development and Student Affairs, delivered welcoming remarks and emphasized the significance of the conference.

During the event, experts in art history, choreography, cultural studies, and pedagogy discussed Professor Toygan Izim’s teaching career, her contribution to the development of national dance, and current issues in Kazakh choreography.

                                                               

Presentations were delivered by Galina Zhumabekovna, recipient of the Order of “Qurmet” and Associate Professor at the T. Zhurgenov Kazakh National Academy of Arts, and Alila Tursumbayeva, Honored Worker of Kazakhstan and professor. Research was also presented by Bekzat Agiyar, recipient of the “Excellence in Culture” distinction and Artistic Director of the Altynai Ensemble; Professor Aliya Bakhitzhanova; Gauhar Sailaukyzy, a Master of Art Studies and doctoral candidate; Roza Bolysovna, Associate Professor at QyzPU; and Madina Rakhimzhanovna, a Master of Art Studies and doctoral candidate. Their presentations addressed current challenges and developments in national choreography.

At the conclusion of the conference, participants received certificates. The event continued with the anniversary concert “A Life Where Art and Science Meet,” dedicated to Professor Toygan Izim’s 75th anniversary. The Altynai, Saltanat, Zhasyn, and Tumar dance ensembles and the QyzQ a cappella group performed, while colleagues and students paid tribute to the anniversary honoree.