It is considerable to note that Al-Mustaqbal University has honored the Preparatory Committee Members of the World Intellectual Property Day Celebration, in addition to a selected group of University Affiliates, including the Members of Rehabilitation, Employment, & Follow-Up Division, who played a prominent role in the organization of the Celebration that was convened on April 26th, 2025. It is worth noting that the Event was under the guardianship of Prof Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi, Al-Mustaqbal University President, being attended by Representatives of Government Ministries, Intellectual Property Institutions, Iraqi Inventors and Innovators Society, as well as a distinguished group of Academics, Inventors, and related University Entities. In his Speech, the University President has expressed his appreciation to the efforts exerted by the Participants in organizing this Vital Event. Accordingly, they have been awarded with Certificates of Appreciation, which reflect and confirm the University’s Pride of their dedication, cooperative spirit, and high professionalism, that have widely contributed to the Event’s Outstanding Success. We should note however that Dr. Mudhaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi, the Scientific and Academic Supervisor, has had the opportunity to distribute these Certificates. Part of the Celebration Program has been Al-Mustaqbal University Announcement of its Intellectual Property Policy Document, and thus being the First Academic Institution in Iraq to adopt such a document. As a matter of fact, it can be taken as an innovative step toward fostering a Culture of Protecting Innovation and Inventors’ Rights. Finally, we are obliged to note that the unique role played by the Division of Rehabilitation, Employment, and Follow-Up in the organization process shall stand out as a prime example of Integrated Institutional Work at the University, keeping in mind that the Division continuously supports Pioneering Initiatives that would enhance Awareness and Knowledge among Students and Graduates, strongly linking them to the Culture of Innovation as well as Job Market Requirements.

Prof Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, announced that our University has officially become a Member at the International Association of Universities (IAU), a UNESCO-Affiliated Organization headquartered in Paris. This Organization works on promoting Academic & Research Collaboration among Higher Education Institutions Worldwide. It is remarkable to note however that such Achievement marks a Significant Milestone, which reflects Al-Mustaqbal University s Commitment to Excellence in the Field of Higher Education and its Openness to International Cooperation. Besides, the accomplishment highlights the University’s Efforts to enhance its Global Presence, expand its Academic Network, and effectively contributing to the development of a World-Class Educational Environment. It is worth noting that through this Membership, the University confirms its steadfast dedication to Academic Quality and Continuous Development, as well as its adherence to providing Educational and Research Opportunities for its Students and Academic Staff. Furthermore, this affiliation offers a Valuable Platform that would lead to participating in many International Initiatives, exchanging Expertise, and playing an essential role in the shaping of Higher Education Policies. There is no doubt that the Division of Rehabilitation, Employment & Follow-Up has been playing an active role in the enhancement of the University’s Position at Worldwide Levels by strengthening Communication with Global Academic Organizations, where Quality Standards shall be highly implemented, being reflected in the qualification of Graduates who are capable of competing at both Local and International Job Markets. Finally, we should note that the International Association of Universities is deemed one of the most prominent Global Bodies in the Higher Education Sector, with Member Institutions from over 120 Countries. It is worth noting however that the number of Iraqi Universities affiliated with the IAU remains limited and mostly concentrated at Kurdistan Region, and thus Al-Mustaqbal University Membership can be taken as a notable landmark that would help in representing Iraqi Higher Education on the International Stage. This step after all is considered as part of Al-Mustaqbal University Strategy to enhance its Global Standing and provide an Educational Environment grounded in Innovation and Excellence, aimed at preparing a Generation of Leaders and Innovators capable of making a Positive Impact on Society.

Part of the Activities organized on the Fifth Day of Al-Mustaqbal Sustainability Week Festival, Al-Mustaqbal University hosted a Dialogue Session entitled “Humanization of Cities: People & Identity within Sustainable Urban Planning” It is remarkable to note that a distinguished group of Academics specialized in Architecture and Urban Planning have attended the Session, whereas the discussion has been conducted by the Architect & Sustainable Urban Design Expert Ms. Omaima Kadhim Al-Taie, focusing on the theme of “Cities Humanization", a Concept, which links Urban Spaces with Human Dignity, and emphasizing the importance of City Planning based on Human Needs and Cultural Identity. The Session has been launched with a set of remarks raised by Prof Dr. Ahmed Abdul-Ali Rasheed, an Expert in Sustainable Architecture and Iraq s Representative at the Green Metrics Foundation, in which he referred to the Comprehensive Vision, in addition to stressing the necessity of connecting Urban Design with Daily Life, and confirming that “Cities should be built for people, not at their expense,” being part of Urban Planning, which takes into consideration both Human Dignity and Environment. For her part, Dr. Venus Suleiman Akif, an Architect, Winner of "Tamayouz Excellence Award", has raised Fundamental Questions regarding how to transform Cultural Identity and Architectural Heritage into bases, on which Future Cities shall be constructed. Besides, she has highlighted her International Experiences, particularly her previous participation in Global Forums, such as those of the UN General Assembly. Another Expert, Dr. Sam’an Majid Bayas, Head of Architecture Department at the University of Diyala, has also emphasized the role of Sustainable Tourism in revitalizing historic centers, being an effective means, where people are connected to the Memory of a Place through Sensory Engagement and Authentic Experience of Architectural Environment. It is worth noting that the Session has been marked by its Depth of Discussions and the diversity of perspectives, serving as an opportunity to open Broader Dialogues that would reshape the Relationship between People and their Cities within a framework balancing Urban Development with the Preservation of Cultural and Environmental Identity. Finally, we should note that this Session does constitute an essential part of a Series of Rich Events, conducted during Al-Mustaqbal Sustainability Week Festival, where many issues related to Urban Sustainability, Education, Energy, Climate Action, and Effective Partnerships have been raised, with the aim of achieving Sustainable Development Goals.

On the Fourth Day of Al-Mustaqbal Sustainability Week Festival, Al-Mustaqbal University organized a Dialogue & Discussion Session within the Activities of Al-Mustaqbal Forum for Civil Society Organizations and Private Sector, entitled: From Vision to Reality: A Dialogue Session Focusing on the Role of Private Sector and Universities in the Creation of Sustainable Cities Being attended by Academic and Professional Personalities, the Session has been conducted by the Architect Ms. Omaima Kadhim Al-Taie, a Specialist in Sustainable Urban Design, who launched the Discussion with her emphasis that the Integration of Public and Private Sectors, along with Academic and Community Institutions, does form indeed a Fundamental Pillar in the shaping of a more Equitable and Sustainable Urban Environment. It is worth noting that the Session has witnessed an active participation of Prominent Figures, including Dr. Batoul Mowaffaq Kadhim, Head of Al-Farahidi University Council and the Academic Advisor to the First Deputy of Iraqi Representatives Council. The Session has mainly focused on the Presentation of an Advanced Vision related to transforming Private Universities into Key Players in the development of Sustainable Environment through Curricula, Tangible Practices, and Purposeful Urban Planning, as well as their active role in shaping Societal Awareness that would promote a Sustainability Culture. Besides, Dr. Haidar Al-Kfaishi, a Consulting Architect and Founder of “Sustainable Green Smart Cities” Organization, has raised inquiries regarding the vital impact of Civil Society Organizations in the improvement of Urban Life Quality and enhancement of Social Cohesion, despite the Challenges and Constraints that these Organizations do face in Dynamic and Complicated Environments. Additionally, Dr. Zuhair Nassar, an Assistant Professor and Consultant in the Field of Smart Design and BIM Technologies (Building Information Modelling) has delivered a Presentation, in which he has emphasized the importance of Partnerships between Private Sector and Urban Institutions, calling for adopting Modern Technology and Digital Innovation in the implementation of Sustainable Urban Development Projects so as to achieve Long-Term Transformations that would contribute to creating Smart and Environment-Friendly Cities. Finally, we are obliged to note that the Session has come up with a set of Recommendations that urge and encourage different types of Cooperation and Coordination among Universities, Civil Society Organizations, Private Sector, and Government Entities through the application of an Integrated Approach based on Innovation, Awareness, and Joint Planning, being identified as Key Tools for building more Equitable, Greener, and Sustainable Cities in accordance with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, as well as SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

It is remarkable to note that on the third day of Al-Mustaqbal Sustainability Week Festival, Head of Babylon Investment Authority has paid a notable visit to the Festival, expressing great interest in the Scientific Activities and Innovative Ideas submitted by Rehabilitation, Employment, and Follow-Up Division of Al-Mustaqbal University. During the visit, he has emphasized the vital role carried out by the Division in promoting and implementing Sustainability Concepts through a wide range of activities and initiatives, expressing his full support to the Strategic Partnerships that have been recently launched by the Division with several Private Sector Companies, highlighting their Positive Impact in providing Practical Training and Rehabilitation Opportunities to the University Students, and thus enabling them to integrate smoothly into Labor Market after graduation. As a matter of fact, these efforts do reflect the Division’s ongoing commitment to conducting an essential role in the Development of a Sustainable Educational and Professional Environment, and promoting different types of cooperation between Academic Institutions and the Private Sector, thereby creating promising job opportunities, in addition to fostering fruitful relationships that would definitely enhance Sustainable Development in our Governorate.

It is worth noting that on the Second Day of Al-Mustaqbal Sustainability Week Festival, the Pavilion of Rehabilitation, Employment, and Follow-Up Division has witnessed a Notable Turnout in the number of visitors, as being part of the Activities organized by Al-Mustaqbal University, and with the wide participation of other Departments and Concerned Entities. The Booth has demonstrated a range of Initiatives, which greatly highlight the Division s Role in the Promotion of Sustainable Goals, where visitors have been actively engaged in the Interactive Presentations and other Explanatory Activities delivered by the Division Members. The Visitors hence have expressed their admiration of the Scientific Content of these Activities, emphasizing the important role of Education at the enhancement of Community Awareness concerning Sustainability Issues. Moreover, the Division Booth has received the appreciation of several Faculty Members as well as Official Visitors for its highly Distinguished and Outstanding Display. This Participation after all does reflect the Division Commitment to actively contributing in the University Events and promoting Sustainability Culture through various initiatives that focus on Knowledge and Education.