President Tokayev Inaugurates Volunteers Forum, Highlights Global Significance of Volunteerism

Astana, The Gulf Observer: President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev inaugurated the Volunteers Forum, warmly welcoming its participants and emphasizing the importance of the event, Akorda reports. The Forum brought together youth representatives from various regions across Kazakhstan.

“I see true patriots, proactive and compassionate young people, serving society, in each of you,” President Tokayev remarked.

The Kazakh leader underscored that 2026 has been designated by the international community as the International Year of Volunteers.

“As you know, I proposed this initiative at the 75th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Our proposal received global support. Kazakhstan, as a forward-looking country, promotes values shared by all humanity and passes them on to future generations,” he stated.

President Tokayev further highlighted the essence of volunteerism, saying: “Being a volunteer means doing good deeds, creating positive change, setting an example for others, and faithfully serving and caring for one’s homeland. Only people with noble intentions and a pure heart choose this path. By becoming volunteers, they dedicate themselves to tireless work. Without exaggeration, the volunteer movement reflects a progressively minded society.”