Society

Kazakhstan’s Groundbreaking Law Prioritizes Family Protection, Says Human Rights Commissioner

By Assel Satubaldina on 19 April 2024

ASTANA – This week, Kazakhstan passed a landmark law that strengthens protections for women and children by criminalizing domestic violence, introducing tougher penalties for crimes against children and for bullying, among other provisions. Human Rights Commissioner Artur Lastayev said the new law is aimed at protecting the families, reported...