Almaty Hosted the Award Ceremony for the Winners of the Competition Held As Part of the TURAQTY JOL Eco-Campaign

On 27 August 2024, Almaty hosted the award ceremony and opening of the exhibition of the finalist’s works of the “Protection of Ice Massifs” Creative Competition held as part of the V National Social Eco-campaign TURAQTY JOL with the support of Bank CenterCredit. The event highlighted the importance of preserving glaciers and drew attention to the problem of melting glaciers.

Arnur Ibrayev, Head of ESG Directorate at Bank CenterCredit, noted the importance of the Bank’s involvement in such projects: “We are delighted that the competition has brought together so many talented people who care about our planet. Your works focus the attention on critical environmental issues, and we are privileged to be the UNESCO’s partner in implementing such projects”. It is worth noting that Bank CenterCredit actively supports environmental protection initiatives.

The winners were awarded in three categories: visual arts, applied arts and photography. The works of the competition finalists reflect their creative approach to the environmental challenges we face today.

“I would like to express my gratitude to the organizers of the creative competition held within the framework of the National Social Eco-Campaign TURAQTYJOL. The event was held at a high level, and this project gave us the opportunity to express our idea on canvas and contribute to the promotion of ecological culture. I am very happy that I was able to be a part of this significant initiative,” said Asemay Yermakhan, a winner of the Community Choice award.

TURAQTY JOL is an educational initiative aimed at instilling in the younger generation a careful attitude towards their homeland and environmental values. This year, the Project has been implemented by the Kazakhstan National Federation of UNESCO Clubs with the support of Bank CenterCredit, Chevron and Shymbulak Mountain Resort.