Abstract
In the article the process of introducing a gender approach into the state policy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, its historical stages and achievements was examined. The purpose of the study is a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of gender initiatives, as well as an assessment of the effectiveness of government measures tak-en to achieve gender equality in the field of work. The objectives of the study include: a historical overview of the key stages of the introduction of a gender approach into public policy in Kazakhstan, an assessment of the impact of gender policy on the socio-economic development of the country, identification of problems on the way to the realization of gender equality. The relevance of the study is due to the need for a deep under-standing of the mechanisms for introducing a gender approach into the public policy of Kazakhstan and de-termining its effectiveness, which contributes to the development of more effective strategies to eliminate gender imbalances and increase the level of gender equality in society. The study aims to contribute to the scientific dialogue on gender studies in Kazakhstan by providing an analytical framework for further re-search. The chronological framework of the study covers the period from independence in 1991 to 2021, demonstrating a 30-year path of development of gender policy in Kazakhstan.