Kasimbaeva Madina, a master of traditional suzane embroidery, was honoured with the "Dustlik" Order. The high state award was recognition of her long-term contribution to the preservation and development of national values, as well as popularisation of the unique art of suzane.
For more than 25 years Madina has been devoting herself to this craft and passing on her skills to the new generation. During this time she has trained more than 1000 students, thus not only preserving traditions, but also inspiring future masters, the successors of the suzane school.