SDG № 3: An Inter-University Event Titled «MIND HELP” Was Held at Narxoz University»

        Narxoz University hosted the inter-university event “Mind Help: A Model of Rapid Psychological Support,” dedicated to student psychological well-being, the prevention of crisis situations, and the development of accessible psychological support services.

         As part of the event, an expert seminar was held. Sergey Vladimirovich Sklyar, Director of the Valentina Zhumadilova Psychotherapy Center, delivered a presentation on “Prevention of Suicidal Behaviour Among Young People.” His presentation addressed the early identification of emotional difficulties, crisis prevention, and the importance of seeking professional psychological help in a timely manner.

          The practical part of the event featured the inter-university “PsychoExpress” initiative, which brought together 15 psychologists from universities in Almaty and a specialist from Karaganda. Over three hours, psychological support was provided to 60 people, including university students and staff. First-year students accounted for 78% of those seeking assistance, highlighting the particular importance of psychological support during the transition to university life. The most common concerns were anxiety and stress. Following the consultations, 93% of participants reported an improvement in their emotional well-being.

        Specialists from the Psychological Support Center of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University also participated in the event. Their involvement provided an opportunity to exchange professional experience, strengthen cooperation between universities, and explore practical approaches to supporting students’ psychological well-being.

         The “Mind Help” and “PsychoExpress” initiatives demonstrated the importance of accessible psychological support, early identification of emotional difficulties, and encouraging young people to seek professional help when needed. Such initiatives contribute to stronger inter-university cooperation and the development of a supportive psychological environment for students.