Interdisciplinary Student Contest “Lobbying Simulation: Advocating for Change” Successfully Held at UWED
The English Language Department (IEM section) successfully organized the interdisciplinary student contest “Lobbying Simulation: Advocating for Change” in cooperation integrating ESP and Law classes.
The contest was organized in accordance with the implementation of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On State Youth Policy” (Articles 5, 7, and 8) as well as within the framework of the national program “Five Important Initiatives” aimed at supporting youth development, intellectual growth, and social activity.
The contest was aimed at developing students’ independent learning skills, interdisciplinary thinking, persuasive communication, analytical abilities, and teamwork through simulation-based learning integrating Business English and Law.
The competition was conducted in two stages. During the first stage, students prepared independent project work, developed lobbying strategies, and performed simulations in class. In the final stage, shortlisted teams submitted edited video performances and reports, which were evaluated by the departmental assessment panel.The contest demonstrated students’ creativity, critical thinking, professional communication skills, and ability to apply legal and strategic reasoning to real-life social issues.
Winners of the Contest
1st Place – “Fair Life Standards Movement” (Javohir Jo’raboyev, Madina Suyutbekova,Madina Jumayeva, Izzatbek Abdulhamidov ,Azizxoʻja Sunnatov).To advocate for increasing the official minimum living cost in order to better reflect current economic conditions.
2nd Place – “Academic Efficiency Initiative” (Mardonova Iroda, Saidmamurov Saidxorunxon, G’aybullayeva Feruza,Nabiyev Sarvarbek). Proposing the introduction of a standardized study material policy. Under this policy, instructors teaching the same subject would collaborate to create a single, unified set of study materials for the course.
2nd Place – “Digital Trust Alliance” (Jumayeva Shaxlo, Gulchehra Jamilova, Asatova Laziza, G‘ayratov Akbar). The “Cyber-Shield” Policy: Uzbekistan’s Digital Financial Safety Act aimed at implementing policies against financial losses caused by online fraud.
3rd Place – “VoiceUp”(Adxamov Muxammadaziz, Salihjanova Sitorabonu, Sherzod Raxmatov, Baxtiyorov Asadullo, Madaminova Gulzodaxon). Animal Rights and Animal Cruelty Laws: advocating for stronger enforcement and legal protection for animals.
All winners were awarded certificates in recognition of their outstanding performance and active participation in the contest.The project served as an innovative example of interdisciplinary collaboration and simulation-based learning aimed at enhancing students’ independent learning efficiency and professional competencies.