About the Contest
Imagine a country where your boldest dream can come true. Qazaq Dream is a national competition that brings these visions together. We don't teach you how to dream "correctly" — we create a safe space where every voice matters. By uniting personal hopes, we collectively shape the image of Kazakhstan where we want to live, grow, and create.
Qazaq Dream does not impose a dream — it allows one to be born. From thousands of personal "tomorrows", a single shared future of Kazakhstan emerges.
The key question of the competition:
"What kind of Kazakhstan will make your dream a reality?"
Your dream is the heart of Kazakhstan's future.
Join us. Make it part of our shared reality.
Competition Concept
The philosophy of «Qazaq Dream» / «Kazakhstan's Dream» is a creative manifesto of a new generation, born from a deep belief in the power of the individual. This is not a story about outward brilliance, instant wealth, or blindly copying the ideals of others. Our dream is rooted in the boundless expanse of the great steppe, where depth of thought, strength of spirit, and the freedom of inner choice have long been cherished.
The Kazakhstani Dream is a quiet but firm conviction that the scale of human talent, sincere perseverance, and loyalty to one's guiding star mean far more than any unfavorable external conditions, social barriers, or lack of starting capital. It is the sacred right of every person — whether a resident of a distant village, a forgotten single-industry town, or a bustling metropolis — to step into the light and say to the world: «My voice is unique. I feel this world differently. And I am capable of building the future of my land.»
Philosophy
Principle
Space for Self-Expression
Cinematography
Literature and Journalism
Principle of Determining Winners
Dual Evaluation System
Public Choice
Formats & Prizes
CINEMATOGRAPHY
Requirements: Requirements: No more than 3 minutes. Format: short films, video clips. Types and genres: fictional, documentary films. No genre restrictions.
Grand Prix: 3,000,000 ₸
LITERATURE AND JOURNALISM
Requirements: Requirements: No more than 3 A4 pages, Times New Roman, font size 12
Grand Prix: 3,000,000 ₸
Stages
- 01
Applications open
June 15, 2026
- 02
Applications close
August 31, 2026
- 03
Jury selection of entries
October 1–31, 2026
- 04
Public voting for finalists selected by the jury
November 1–30, 2026
- 05
Awards ceremony
December 10, 2026
Jury
The jury of the competition consists of esteemed masters who have been shaping and continue to shape the cultural code of Kazakhstan for decades.
Directors whose films are known across the country.
Film critics whose word carries weight.
Artists whose works grace the finest galleries.
A jury score is more than points. It is recognition at the level of "approved by professionals".
Competition works gallery
Organizer
Kazakhstan Growth Forum is the leading platform for:
- building and strengthening partnerships;
- bringing together opinion leaders and business experts;
- developing innovation and fostering a favorable investment climate;
- jointly addressing strategic challenges.
Kazakhstan Growth Forum is a collaboration platform aimed at setting high standards in business, supporting a socially active society, developing the culture of philanthropy, and strengthening international relations.