International Summer School “Strategies for Preventing Bullying Among Adolescents” Concludes Successfully

From June 8 to June 19, 2026, the Department of Pedagogy of the Higher School of Education at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University organized an international summer school entitled “Strategies for Preventing Bullying Among Adolescents.” The event was conducted online and brought together educators from various regions of Kazakhstan and several foreign countries.

The primary objective of the summer school was to enhance educators’ theoretical knowledge of bullying and cyberbullying prevention in educational settings, develop practical competencies, and familiarize participants with international approaches and best practices in this field.

The program addressed a wide range of topics, including the causes and consequences of bullying and cyberbullying, the creation of a safe digital environment, preventive work with students, parents, and educators, the organization of school-based and community-based prevention initiatives, and the application of international experience in addressing these challenges.

The summer school was attended by teachers from general education schools, faculty members, administrators of colleges and higher education institutions, and researchers from different regions of Kazakhstan and abroad. Participants included school teachers, educational psychologists, deputy principals responsible for student affairs, university faculty members, and research staff.

Throughout the course, participants shared experiences from their respective regions and proposed a number of recommendations for improving bullying and cyberbullying prevention efforts. In particular, they emphasized the importance of regular preventive meetings involving parents, strengthening the role of school psychologists, promoting digital safety awareness among students, enhancing collaboration between schools and families, and organizing specialized seminars and training programs for parents.

Participants highly appreciated the academic content and practical relevance of the program, highlighting the importance of regularly conducting international educational initiatives dedicated to bullying prevention. They also suggested expanding parental involvement in future courses and implementing specialized programs aimed at strengthening family–school partnerships.

Upon successful completion of the summer school, participants were awarded certificates for completing an 80-hour professional development course.

The organizers expressed their gratitude to all participants for their active engagement and commitment and wished them continued success in fostering safe, inclusive, and supportive educational environments.