As part of its efforts to strengthen academic engagement and foster participation in international scientific initiatives, Dr. Noor Abdulkarim Mohammed Ali, a lecturer at the Department of Cybersecurity Engineering Techniques, Technical Engineering College, Al-Mustaqbal University, received a Certificate of Appreciation from IEEE Women in Engineering – Iraq Section in recognition of her participation as a speaker at the international workshop entitled “Fundamentals of Data Protection and Safe Internet Navigation.” The workshop was held on 5 October 2026 as part of the STAR 2026 Program. This participation highlights the importance of exchanging scientific expertise, raising awareness of data protection practices, and promoting safe internet use. It also aligns with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), through supporting knowledge development and lifelong learning; SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), by strengthening technical capabilities and encouraging innovation; and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions), through promoting information protection and digital security. Al-Mustaqbal University continues to support its academic staff and encourage their participation in scientific activities that contribute to improving the quality of education and strengthening the university’s local and international standing, as Al-Mustaqbal University ranks first among private universities in Iraq.