The Dry Movement Expands in North Kazakhstan Region
Thirteen communities in North Kazakhstan's region have decided to abstain from consuming alcohol.
Embrace the change! Residents of 13 villages in the North Kazakhstan Region are taking a bold step, moving towards a booze-free lifestyle. Already, Zhambyl and Shagyrsai have joined the growing list of alcohol-free zones[1].
One such village making headlines is Sulyshok in Magzhan Zhumabayev district. With a population of about 220, it's a peaceful settlement 100 kilometers from Petropavlovsk. Villagers like Toktamysh Zhanbutinov and Marat Shigibaev reflect upon the decision, sharing their views:
With a kindergarten and an incomplete middle school, the villagers work primarily in animal husbandry and agriculture. Police data reveals a significant decrease in alcohol-related offenses in Sulyshok for several years[1]. According to Lieutenant Colonel Yerlan Shakirov, head of the local police department, since January 2023, no crimes or offenses have been registered in this village[1].
Apart from Sulyshok, other villages are standing behind this initiative, initially pioneered by Zhambyl and Shagyrsai.
Villages to Sail Sober:- Zhambyl- Shagyrsai- Sulyshok (and others moving towards this lifestyle change)
Celebrating Sobriety:This movement is more than just giving up a harmful substance; it's a return to our national roots, embracing the worldview of our ancestors, and a commitment to a more virtuous way of life[2]. According to Abraham, a supporter of this endeavor, quitting alcohol improves the quality of society and promotes moral and ethical values[2].
Notes:1. Data derived from 24KZ.2. Insight: Enrichment data indicates a return to national roots, worldview of ancestors, and promoting moral and ethical values as motivations for the movement.
In the context of the Dry Movement expansion in North Kazakhstan Region, the villagers of Sulyshok embrace this change by adopting a booze-free lifestyle, moving towards health-and-wellness and fostering a stronger sense of community. This initiative is part of a broader effort that started with Zhambyl and Shagyrsai, as more villages in the region are choosing science-backed health-and-wellness practices instead of alcohol consumption for a more virtuous way of life.
