A.K. Kussayinov Eurasian Humanities Institute hosted a literary discussion evening entitled “Reading Culture in the Digital Age: AI, Social Media and an Intellectual Nation.”
The event aimed to promote reading among young people, encourage the informed use of digital technologies and artificial intelligence, highlight the educational opportunities offered by social media, and celebrate national spiritual and cultural values.
The distinguished guests of the evening were Zhaksybay Yeralyuly Boranbayev, Head of the “Reading Nation” Project Office in Astana, and Musinalina Bulbul Okasovna, Expert Consultant at the “Reading Nation” Project Office. A. T. Sandybaeva, L. N. Daurenbekova, and S. A. Yeskaliyev delivered welcoming speech at the opening of the event.
During the meeting, participants exchanged views on the importance of reading for personal development, reading culture in digital environments, and the use of modern technologies for learning. They also reviewed and discussed books read as part of the “Reading Nation” initiative. A quiz and a question-and-answer session were organised for participants.
The event also featured a book fair, where the publishing houses “Qasym” and “Otbasy Khrestomatiyasy” presented their publications to readers.
At the close of the evening, gifts were presented to active student participants and guests. The literary discussion encouraged young people’s interest in books and explored ways to connect spiritual and cultural values with the opportunities of the digital age.
