Under the patronage of the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi, the activities of the 11th International Scientific Conference on Arab Women’s Sports commenced at the university, with the participation of researchers and academics from Iraqi and Arab universities. The conference aims to discuss the latest scientific and technological developments in women’s sports and strengthen its role in promoting health, empowerment, and sustainable development.
Professor Dr. Muzaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi, Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision, delivered the university presidency’s opening speech on its behalf. He emphasized that the conference represents a scientific platform for exchanging expertise and ideas, developing sports practices, and strengthening academic and research cooperation, thereby contributing to the advancement of women’s physical and psychological health in line with contemporary scientific developments.
Al-Zuhairi noted that the conference’s scientific committee had received 389 scientific research papers, of which 264 were accepted. The papers addressed a wide range of topics, including modern technologies in complementary and alternative medicine, sustainable women’s health, applications of biotechnology and digital technologies in sports, psychological and hormonal health, sports education, and other themes reflecting the expanding horizons of scientific research in this field.
The opening session featured discussions of several distinguished scientific papers presenting innovative perspectives and ideas for developing women’s sports and improving health and training practices. Artistic performances also enriched the opening ceremony, reflecting the integration of scientific activities with cultural and artistic dimensions.
The university presidency emphasized the importance of producing practical, evidence-based recommendations that contribute to developing health and sports programs, encouraging joint research, utilizing modern technologies, and translating research findings into practical initiatives that serve society. These efforts align with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Good Health and Well-being, Quality Education, Gender Equality, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, and Partnerships for the Goals.
The conference reaffirms Al-Mustaqbal University’s commitment to supporting scientific research, strengthening academic cooperation, and hosting specialized scientific conferences that contribute to women’s empowerment, sports development, and the advancement of knowledge and innovation in achieving sustainable development and serving society.
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