The Volunteer Training Center for EXPO-2017 was established at S. Toraighyrov PSU with the support of the Office for Youth Policy of Pavlodar region.

The work of the Center will be focused on the development of volunteer movement among the youth, training volunteers for EXPO-2017, and contributing to the development of cooperation between S. Toraighyrov Pavlodar State University and the Social and Volunteer Center public association.

Aryn Orsariyev, Rector of Pavlodar State University, emphasized that participation in this event is very important for students majoring in power engineering, mechanical engineering, programming, economics, architecture, construction, chemistry, agricultural technology, and humanities, as graduates of multidisciplinary universities need to keep up with the innovations, including those in the field of energy-saving and environmentally friendly economy.

“Taking part in EXPO preparation, our students will get unique experience of communication with foreign guests; they will be able to feel a part of the EXPO-2017 team. This is a great chance for them to improve their level of foreign languages and expand their knowledge in green economy,” said Aryn Orsariyev.

A Memorandum of Cooperation in preparation for the EXPO-2017 International Specialized Exhibition for 2015-2017 was signed between S. Toraighyrov Pavlodar State University and the Social and Volunteer Center public association.

Under this Memorandum, it is planned to train over 200 volunteers by 2017. These young people will make their personal contribution to our country's preparation for this momentous event.

At the end of the meeting, there was a demonstration of the video showing the activities carried out by the Volunteer Training Center. Members of the Social and Volunteer Center held a short training session explaining major areas of their work.

Photo by Rufina Torpischeva