At the kind invitation of the administration of Al-Bahja Intermediate School for Girls, Dr. Maytham Nabeel Miqdad, Coordinator of the Department of Intelligent Medical Systems, delivered an awareness lecture on Thursday, 12 November 2026, during the flag-raising ceremony. The lecture addressed the risks of social media use and cyber extortion, aiming to enhance students’ digital awareness and their ability to use online platforms responsibly. The lecture covered the main risks associated with unsafe social media use, including privacy violations, impersonation, and attempts to lure users through fake accounts, as well as the exploitation of personal photographs and information for threats and extortion. It also highlighted the importance of exercising caution with links and messages from unknown sources and never sharing passwords or verification codes with others. The lecture emphasized the need to protect personal accounts by using strong passwords, enabling two-step verification, and adjusting privacy settings, while exercising caution when accepting friend requests or communicating with strangers. It stressed that awareness of these measures helps reduce risks and safeguard students’ security and privacy. The lecture also emphasized the importance of refusing to comply with an extortionist’s demands or send money or additional content, while preserving evidence of threats and informing family members and the relevant authorities. It explained that seeking help without fear or shame is an essential step towards protection and that responsibility lies with the perpetrator. This initiative forms part of educational efforts to promote a culture of digital safety and strengthen cooperation between schools and families in educating and supporting students, enabling them to benefit from social media while protecting themselves from its risks. Al-Mustaqbal University — The Number One University in Iraq.