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At the Faculty of International Relations, lecturer, PhD S.M. Parpiev organized a lecture by D.U. Baitukayeva, PhD, Acting Associate Professor of the Department of International Law, Coordinator for the PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) Unicef Kazakhstan on the topic "Bullying in the educational environment: recommendations and solutions to the problem" within the framework of SDG 16 "Peace justice and effective institutions"

In her lecture, the guest reflected on the causes of aggression in society, the types of bullying and penalties for bullying. Since June 16, 2024, amendments to the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan have been put into effect, establishing responsibility for systematic harassment. The punishment of aggressors depends on the consequences. From a fine of 10 MCI for bullying to a term of 9 years if the victim was driven to suicide. The term itself appeared in Kazakh legislation back in 2022. But there was no punishment for it before. Now there is a responsibility for bullying in Kazakhstan. So far, it's only an administrative one. On April 16, 2024, the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Amendments and Additions to the Code of Administrative Offenses on ensuring Women's Rights and Child Safety" was published, signed by the Head of state. Namely, Article 127-2 has been added to the Administrative Code as follows:

1. bullying (bullying, cyberbullying) of a minor entails a warning or a fine in the amount of 10 MCI;

2. An action provided for in the first part of this Article, committed repeatedly within a year after the imposition of an administrative penalty, shall entail a fine in the amount of 30 MCI.;

3. An action provided for in the first or second parts of this Article, committed by a minor between the ages of 12 and 16, shall entail a warning or fine for parents or persons replacing them in the amount of 10 MCI.

Dana Umirbekovna shared with the students that early intervention is very important in the prevention of bullying, a person should not be left alone with violence. The attentiveness and attitude of teachers, as well as the trusting relationship between parents and children, are very important here. Unfortunately, this traumatic experience does not go away without a trace and can have profound negative consequences for people's mental health, including depression and suicidal thoughts. To date, 157 youth health centers operate to support adolescents and youth, including bullying, which provide highly qualified free medical, psychosocial and medical social assistance. In their activities, youth health centers use effective technologies aimed at preserving health, reducing risky behavior among adolescents, providing social support and protecting their rights based on the principles of benevolence, accessibility, volunteerism and trust.

Baitukayeva D.U. gave examples of suicide statistics after bullying and mobbing. She also called on students to be kinder and more responsive to each other, to help and support in difficult situations. The problem of bullying is acute for society, but as the guest speaker said, everything is in our hands!

Aina OTARBAYEVA,

the teacher. Faculty of International Relations