Biomedical Engineering Department at Al-Mustaqbal University Organizes Scientific Seminar on Women’s Empowerment and Sustainable Development

20/10/2026   Share :        
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As part of the College of Engineering’s commitment to promoting scientific and cultural awareness and advancing sustainable development, the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Al-Mustaqbal University organized a scientific seminar entitled “Women Between Knowledge Empowerment and Sustainable Development: Present Perspectives and Future Aspirations.” The seminar aimed to highlight the important role of women in building society and strengthening their participation in scientific, academic, and professional fields. The seminar was presented by Assist. Lecturer Hiba Diaa Abdul Ameer, Eng. Noor Al-Huda Razzaq, and Eng. Zainab Ali Jabr. It emphasized the importance of empowering women through education and knowledge, expanding their opportunities in scientific research and innovation, and highlighting their contributions to economic and social development while promoting equal opportunities. The seminar also addressed key challenges women face throughout their academic and professional careers and emphasized the importance of creating supportive educational and institutional environments that recognize their capabilities and potential. Such efforts contribute to strengthening women’s participation in leadership, decision-making, and sustainable development. This scientific activity reflects the Department of Biomedical Engineering’s ongoing efforts to promote scientific and social awareness and highlight women’s contributions to progress and development. It also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities). Al-Mustaqbal University The First University in Iraq