Methods Enforced to Safeguard Children's Rights in Almaty
"Let's Talk About Protecting the Little Ones in Almaty"
Got a juicy scoop for ya! Deputy director of Quality Education Ensurance in Almaty, Guldana Omarova, spilled the beans on how we're gon' protect those kiddos from labor exploitation. Seems like it's gonna get real, folks!
Omarova gave the 411 at a pressie press conference over at Total.kz. Turns out, every summer, they've been holdin' this national bash called "12 Days of Fightin' Against Child Labor Exploitation." 'Merchants be warned: entreprenois who put minors to work illegally are gonna get their butts kicked!
Here's the scoop: "Minors ain't allowed to work at night or lift heavy stuff, and they gotta have one of their parents sign a labor contract till they're 16. By the Labor Code of RK, kids between 14-16 can't work more than 24 hours a week, and those aged 16-18 can't work more than 36 hours," Omarova explained.
In case of emergency situations, kids, teens, and their families can reach out to the department's hotline number 225-18-80. And if y'all hear 'bout kiddos involved in dodgy activities, it's up to us to speak up and help, Guldana noted.
But here's a real game-changer: there's this Telegram chat—Bala Qorgay—to record violations and cruel treatment of kiddos. It's an initiative from the Committee for the Protection of Children's Rights of the Ministry of Education and Science of Kazakhstan. To join the chat, type "bala_qorgay" into the search bar.
Last week, this bad boy had 63 questions! Ain't nobody messin' with the young ones under Bala Qorgay's watch. They responded to those questions, helping parents and aiding children in difficult situations. Majority of the questions concerned legal info.
Now, here's the thing: I couldn't find much info on Bala Qorgay outside of mid-2019. But in general, when it comes to reporting child abuse, here's some guidance:
- Connect with Local Authorities: Call the police, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, or the Prosecutor General's Office in Kazakhstan.
- Join Forces with Support Groups: Reach out to local NGOs focused on child welfare. They might have hotlines for reporting such issues.
- Use Online Platforms: If you know 'bout specific Telegram groups or chats for reporting child rights abuses, they might be promoted by official channels or NGOs. But without specifics on Bala Qorgay, it's best to stick with recognized organizations.
- Explore Online Reporting Tools: Some countries have online systems for reporting child abuse. In Kazakhstan, these might not be popular, so y'all should contact local authorities instead.
- Reach out to International Organizations: If local options aren't helpin', you can hit up internationals like UNICEF for assistance.
Keep the little ones safe, folks! Remember, if you hear 'bout somethin' fishy, report it! We gotta stand together for the children! 🤝⚡👶
- The Deputy Director of Quality Education Ensurance in Almaty, Guldana Omarova, emphasized the importance of protecting minors from labor exploitation.
- The "12 Days of Fighting Against Child Labor Exploitation" event in Almaty serves as a reminder that merchants should not employ minors illegally.
- In accordance with the Labor Code of RK, minors in Almaty are prohibited from working at night, lifting heavy objects, and are required to have a parent's signature on a labor contract until they are 16.
- In case of emergency situations, minors, teens, and their families in Almaty can contact the department's hotline number 225-18-80 for assistance.
