KazNU Students Attend a Screening of the Kazakh Film “7 Qaraqshy”

As part of the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4 – Quality Education and SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions), fourth-year students of the Finance educational programme at the Higher School of Economics and Business of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University attended a screening of the Kazakh feature film “7 Qaraqshy” (“7 қарақшы”). The event was organized under the guidance of A.S. Kyzdarbekova, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Finance and Accounting and academic advisor.

The primary objective of this cultural and educational event was to promote students' moral and ethical values, increase their interest in national cinema, encourage critical reflection on historical events, and foster patriotism, civic responsibility, and mutual respect.

Directed by Kuanysh Beisek, “7 Qaraqshy” is an adventure film based on events that took place in 1978. The storyline revolves around a secret mission aimed at preventing a dangerous explosion at the Semipalatinsk Nuclear Test Site. The film explores important themes such as courage, responsibility, the value of human life, unity, and the pursuit of a common goal.

The film encourages young people to develop a deeper interest in their country's history, recognize the importance of peace and security, and strengthen their sense of civic responsibility. Furthermore, engagement with national cinema contributes to greater appreciation of cultural heritage and the development of students' aesthetic awareness.

The event aligns with SDG 4 – Quality Education, as it aims to broaden students' intellectual horizons beyond formal classroom learning, enhance cultural literacy, develop critical thinking skills, and encourage a thoughtful understanding of historical and social issues.

Within the framework of SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, the film's exploration of peace, human security, violence prevention, and social responsibility carries particular educational significance.

Joint participation in cultural activities by students and their academic advisor also helps strengthen group cohesion, promote effective interpersonal communication, and create a positive psychological environment within the student community.

Such cultural and educational initiatives contribute to integrating the university's academic mission with the moral and cultural development of young people. They also support the formation of well-rounded, socially conscious, and responsible future professionals.

Event organizer: A.S. Kyzdarbekova, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Finance and Accounting and Academic Advisor.