What additional measures should be envisaged to strengthen the institution of the family?
Unfortunately, the dynamics of the last few years show that the number of divorces is increasing. If in 2017 there were 54,626 facts, then in 2019 – 59,796 units. At the same time, in the first quarter of this year, we see a decrease in divorces by 2,802 units compared to the first quarter of last year. In addition, the number of marriages increased by 535 units compared to the 1st quarter of last year (Q1 2020 – 28,472; Q1 2019 – 27,937). According to the data of sociological studies (the National Report "Kazakhstan Families-2019"), the main reasons for the dissolution of marriages are: interference of relatives, adultery, gambling, domestic violence, etc. Also, the issuance of TSA to the needy population provoked an increase in the number of divorces. The Ministry, together with NGOs, conducts awareness-raising activities and provides consulting services. Last year, the activity of "Bakytty Otbasy" centers at family courts was organized in 8 regions. Also, in order to reduce domestic violence, social services in 9 regions of the country (Shymkent, Almaty, Aktobe, Kyzylorda, Mangystau, Pavlodar, Turkestan, North Kazakhstan and West Kazakhstan regions) provided more than 1,000 consulting services and support for 225 cases of difficult life situations in families. An online school has been launched on the lichnost website.kz is for young couples planning to start their own family, young families, as well as for all married couples who need help to cope with the difficulties that arise in the process of family life. Also, on behalf of the Head of State K. Tokayev, work has begun in the regions to open family support centers based on the experience of the city of Nur-Sultan. Within the framework of grant funding, projects are being implemented to strengthen family relations and prevent domestic violence.