Kazakhstan Officials Highlight Urgent Need for More Child Correction Centers

Petropavlovsk Correction Center Visit Highlights Need for Expanded Services A recent visit to a Petropavlovsk psychological-pedagogical correction center by high-ranking Kazakh officials has underscored the urgent need for more such facilities. The visit, which included K. Zakaria, presidential advisor on science and innovation, and S. Karinova, secretary of the Amanat party, showcased the center's work supporting children with special needs. The officials interacted with staff and children, observing therapeutic activities and assessing the center's resources. "The demand for these services is growing," stated one official. "We need to significantly increase the number of centers to meet the needs of all children who require this type of support." The center itself provides a range of therapies and services, employing qualified specialists. The video showcased examples of the equipment and techniques used. The visit highlighted the positive impact of the center, but also emphasized the need for expansion to address the growing number of children requiring similar assistance. The government's commitment to addressing this need, as demonstrated by this visit, offers a hopeful outlook for the future.