"Employment, Decent Work for All, and Social Protection."

On October 31, 2026, A.K. Shayahmet from the Department of Foreign Languages, and A.B. Orazalieva, a master’s student in Clinical Psychology, organized a conference for the postgraduate - conducted entirely in English - as part of a collaborative project with the United Nations aimed at advancing the university’s Sustainable Development Goals. The event featured a guest speaker from Canada and focused on the theme: "Employment, Decent Work for All, and Social Protection." Given that many aspects of teaching English for professional purposes are closely linked to employment challenges, this initiative proved highly relevant. Graduates from the Faculty of Philosophy and Political Science took an active part in the proceedings. Ainel Orazalieva and Aizhan Saparbek conducted English-language interviews with professionals who have built successful careers in their respective fields; these interviews were then presented to the master’s students for group discussion. The primary guest speakers were Mr. Diego, a banker from Canada, and Diana Maro, a successful engineer. During the discussion, students examined the global landscape regarding "decent work" and emphasized the importance of being prepared for the diverse conditions one might encounter in the workplace. Building on the points raised by the guest speakers, the master’s students explored the intricate relationship between labor and society in Kazakhstan, the specific nature of work processes, and shared their perspectives on what is required to foster economic growth. It was noted that discussions in this format offer significant learning opportunities and are highly beneficial for career development. The participants also included master’s students from China and Mongolia, who provided insights into the employment situation in their respective home countries.