Astana's New Youth Movement Takes on Drug Prevention in Universities

Astana is launching a new youth movement as part of the Esirtkisiz Elorda anti-drug project. The initiative will bring together university students to tackle drug addiction and promote healthier lifestyles. Organisers plan to create a lasting platform for prevention and responsible decision-making among young people. The movement will focus on peer-to-peer education, with students leading prevention events for their peers. Participants will receive training through seminars, workshops, and meetings with experts in drug prevention.

Students from Astana’s universities will form the core of the group. They will elect a chairperson and an activist team to guide the project’s activities. The goal is to build an engaged student community that actively discourages drug use and encourages positive choices.

Esirtkisiz Elorda aims to establish a sustainable culture of healthy living within the student population. By involving young people directly, the project seeks to make prevention efforts more relatable and effective. The initiative will provide students with tools to resist drug addiction and support their peers. Through training and leadership roles, participants will help shape a safer, healthier environment in Astana’s universities. The project’s long-term success depends on maintaining active student involvement and expanding its reach.