Student "Agora": The Role of Youth in Shaping Civil Society

On March 30, 2026, L.N. Gumilyov ENU hosted a regular meeting of the "Agora" student club, dedicated to discussing pressing political and social issues. The meeting brought together students interested in modern research in the fields of political science and social development.

During the meeting, two informative reports were presented: Berik Akhambaev spoke on the topic "The Electoral Process of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Context of Cyber Politics," examining the impact of digital technologies on electoral processes, cybersecurity issues, and the role of digital platforms in shaping political culture. Kazhymukan Ruslan presented a report titled "Alcohol in Politics: Between Control and Freedom," focusing on the state regulation of alcoholic beverages, social consequences, and the search for a balance between individual rights and the interests of the state.

Following the presentations, an active discussion took place, where participants asked questions, shared their opinions, and discussed prospects for further research. The meeting concluded with expressions of gratitude to the speakers for their contribution to the development of academic discussion and the highly informative nature of the materials presented.