The Ministry of Education has reached out to parents of schoolchildren regarding "non-traditional groups" in messaging apps.

Parents of schoolchildren have been reminded of the importance of ensuring the safety of minors in the online space.

"Currently, efforts are being made to prevent the dissemination of information related to non-traditional groups in messaging apps, which could negatively impact children's perceptions and emotional well-being. Active informational and explanatory work is being conducted with parents and teenagers in various regions," the agency reported.

It is also noted that the committee has sent corresponding letters to the authorized state bodies — the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Culture and Information, and the Ministry of Education — to take necessary measures to prevent the involvement of teenagers in such groups and activities.

The agency did not specify which "non-traditional groups" are being referred to.

The television channel reminds that strict restrictions exist in educational organizations on any activities that could affect the psycho-emotional state of students. Educational work in these institutions is conducted in accordance with state standards and national values.

Parents are urged to pay close attention to their children's digital safety, monitor their online activities, and build a trusting dialogue to protect them from potential risks.

It is worth noting that last year in Kazakhstan, there were calls to ban the LGBT movement following the example of Russia. A petition against the movement gathered the necessary number of signatures for official consideration.

Later, a review of the petition against LGBT propaganda took place in Astana, where state bodies and some experts expressed their positions on the matter. It was mentioned that chaos ensued during the discussion of the petition.

During the consideration of the petition, a decision was made to support the petition in terms of its demands to protect and shield teenagers and children from the propaganda and cultivation of sexual relationships.

In November of last year, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, in response to a parliamentary inquiry, stated that Kazakhstan is studying the influence of the LGBT movement on minors. According to him, social, psychological, medical, and other factors influencing minors regarding the LGBT movement are being examined. Research work on this issue is planned for 2025.