Bishkek, March 12, 2026. /Kabar/. Over the past year, every second young person in Kyrgyzstan has experienced online bullying, and for some young people, negative digital experiences are becoming the "norm" of behavior.
This was revealed during a roundtable discussion, "Challenges of Online Bullying Among Youth in Kyrgyzstan," held at the Ministry of Education with the participation of Deputy Minister Lira Samykbaeva, ministry staff, the Regional Institute for the Prevention of Corruption, city and district education departments, and educational institutions.
According to the department, representatives of the Taalim Forum public foundation presented the results of a 2025 study on the prevalence of cyberbullying and digital hatred among adolescents and young adults. The survey included 2,096 respondents aged 12 to 25 from 128 educational institutions, seven regions of Kyrgyzstan, and the cities of Bishkek and Osh.
Special attention was paid to the relationship between real-life bullying and online aggression. The study showed that conflicts that arise in the school environment continue in the digital space and impact the psycho-emotional state of adolescents and young adults.
During the discussion, recommendations for creating a safe digital environment in educational institutions were presented. These include improving the regulatory framework, legally defining the concept of "cyberbullying," and developing a national strategy for protecting children online. The need to develop digital culture, implement digital ethics programs, train teachers and psychologists on safe online behavior, and strengthen psychological support for students was also emphasized.
It was noted that reducing cyberbullying among children requires systematic and collaborative efforts from schools, families, and digital platforms. The Taalim Forum is currently developing a practical guide for teachers on recognizing, preventing, and responding to cyberbullying among adolescents.
