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Women s Affairs Division

Workshop

23 February 2026

Awareness Workshop: “High Dowries and Their Negative Impact on Women’s Delayed Marriage”

Under the patronage of the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the Women’s Affairs Unit at the College of Education, organized an awareness workshop delivered by Prof. Dr. Thanaa Bahaa Al-Din Abdullah entitled: (High Dowries and Their Negative Impact on Women’s Spinsterhood). The workshop was held on Monday, February 23, at 10:00 a.m. at the college. The event was attended by the Assistant Dean for Scientific Affairs, Asst. Prof. Ahmed Al-Jundi, the Assistant Dean for Administrative Affairs, Lecturer Hussein Al-Shammari, as well as a number of faculty members and administrative staff. The workshop addressed the concept of dowry in Islam in accordance with what is stated in the Holy Qur’an and the noble Prophetic traditions. It also discussed the causes of the phenomenon of high dowries in our society and their negative effects, with a focus on women’s spinsterhood. The session further explored possible solutions to this phenomenon and presented appropriate recommendations. The workshop witnessed active engagement, with participants contributing their opinions and perspectives on the topic. This activity falls the executive plan of the Iraqi National Strategy for Women 2026, Axis Three, Paragraph (2). It also contributes to achieving Goal 4 of the Sustainable Development Goals, which is Quality Education.

22 February 2026

Awareness Workshop entitled (Digital Harassment and Electronic Blackmail against Women)

Under the patronage of the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the Women’s Affairs Unit at the College of Education, organized an awareness workshop delivered by Prof. Dr. Thanaa Bahaa Al-Din Abdullah entitled: (Digital Harassment and Electronic Blackmail against Women). The workshop was held on Sunday, February 22, at 10:00 a.m. at the College. The event was attended by Mr. Hussein Al-Shammari, Assistant Dean for Administrative Affairs; Ms. Mari Omran, Head of the Women’s Affairs Division at the University; the officials and members of the Women’s Affairs Committee in the College departments; as well as a number of female faculty members and administrative staff. The workshop addressed the concept of digital harassment and electronic blackmail, their forms and causes, and their psychological and social effects on both the individual and society. It also discussed the legal provisions applicable to those who commit such acts. Emphasis was placed on preventive measures at both the individual and community levels and on promoting digital awareness and safe use of technology. This activity falls within the executive plan of the Iraqi National Strategy for Women 2026, Axis Three, Paragraph (2). It also contributes to achieving Goal 4 of the Sustainable Development Goals, which is Quality Education.

21 February 2026

Awareness Seminar titled “Pillars and Axes”

Under the patronage of the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division at Al-Mustaqbal University organized an awareness seminar entitled: (Pillars and Axes) on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The seminar was presented by Ms. Mari Omran Mahdi, Head of the Women’s Affairs Division at the University, and was attended by the heads of Women’s Affairs Units in the colleges. The seminar provided a detailed explanation of the contents of ministerial orders No. 91 dated 19/10/2025 and Nos. 145 and 146 dated 29/12/2025, as well as the mechanisms for their implementation within higher education institutions in line with national objectives supporting women’s empowerment and enhancing their academic and administrative roles. It also clarified institutional responsibilities in executing these orders, and emphasized the importance of fostering a supportive university environment that ensures equal opportunities, upholds the principles of justice and equality, and promotes women’s participation in various scientific, research, and administrative activities. The seminar featured fruitful discussions and contributions from the attendees, focusing on ways to improve implementation mechanisms and strengthen coordination between the divisions and relevant units to ensure the achievement of the desired objectives. This seminar is part of a series of awareness activities carried out by the Women’s Affairs Division at Al-Mustaqbal University, in alignment with the directives of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and in pursuit of establishing an institutional culture that supports and empowers women within the university environment.

19 February 2026

An awareness seminar entitled: “Combating Violence Against Women: Strategies and Empowerment Mechanisms.”

Under the patronage of Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, and under the supervision of the Dean of the College, Professor Dr. Ahmed Roudhan Salman, the College of Education – Women’s Affairs Unit, in cooperation with the Women’s Affairs Division, organized an awareness seminar for first-year students in the Department of Educational and Psychological Sciences entitled: “Combating Violence Against Women: Strategies and Empowerment Mechanisms.” The seminar was held on Thursday, 19/2/2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Humanities Building. The seminar was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Rola Saad Habib, with active participation and attendance from faculty members and students of the college and the university. This activity falls ضمن the executive plan of the Iraqi National Strategy for Women for the year 2026, in accordance with the Third Pillar (Protecting Women and Confronting the Violence They Are Subjected To). The seminar included an in-depth discussion of the concept of violence against women and the reality of this phenomenon locally and internationally. The seminar emphasized that “Women are the cornerstone of society,” and that combating violence against them is not merely a legal option, but a moral and existential necessity for the continued advancement of nations. The seminar called upon students to be ambassadors of community peace, to begin with themselves, and to teach those around them that respect is the foundation for building civilizations.

17 February 2026

An awareness seminar entitled: “Ensuring the Protection of Women from Gender-Based Violence.”

Under the patronage of the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, The Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the College of Law, held an awareness seminar entitled “Ensuring the Protection of Women from Gender-Based Violence.” On 17/2/2026, Assistant Lecturer Wiam Fadel Obeid. This activity comes within the framework of implementing the National Plan, Fourth Pillar for Women: Guaranteeing Women’s Rights – Objective Two: Protection from Violence and Discrimination. The seminar aims to shed light on the reality of Iraqi women’s rights in society and in law, and to compare this reality with future aspirations that seek to achieve equality, justice, and the protection of women’s dignity, while highlighting the challenges facing women and their role in building society.

15 February 2026

Seminar entitled “Cyber Extortion and Its Impact on Women”

Under the patronage of Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the Women’s Affairs Unit / College of Arts and Humanities / Department of English Language and Literature, held a seminar entitled “Cyber Extortion and Its Impact on Women” on Sunday, 15/2/2026. It was presented by Assistant Lecturer Russul Neama Kamal. The seminar aims to raise community awareness about the dangers of electronic violations that women are exposed to through social media and digital platforms. It also seeks to introduce participants to the forms of digital violence such as cyber extortion, defamation, harassment, and violation of privacy. It also aims to clarify the psychological, social, and legal effects resulting from this type of violence. It works to explain the legal means, protection methods, and ways of reporting cybercrimes. Finally, it seeks to promote a culture of safe use of technology and to build a more secure and respectful digital environment for women. This comes in implementation of the Third National Action Plan for Women, Peace and Security / Prevention and Protection Pillar, and in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (Goal 5: Gender Equality). Al-Mustaqbal University is ranked first among private universities in the classifications.

11 February 2026

Seminar entitled: “Violence Against Women Between Reality and Legislation: Towards Building a Safe and Just Society”

Under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the Women’s Affairs Unit / College of Arts and Humanities, and presented by Ms. Russul Neama Kamal, Assistant Lecturer and Head of the Women’s Affairs Unit at the College, is organizing a seminar entitled: “Violence Against Women Between Reality and Legislation: Towards Building a Safe and Just Society” The seminar will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2026. This seminar aims to shed light on the phenomenon of violence against women in contemporary society and to analyze the gap between legal legislation and its practical implementation, while enhancing community awareness of the importance of empowering and protecting women legally, psychologically, and socially, ultimately leading to the building of a safe and just society based on equality and respect for human rights. Clarifying the forms of violence against women (physical, psychological, economic, and digital). Highlighting the role of national and international laws in protecting women. Discussing the challenges that hinder the implementation of legislation. Promoting a culture of reporting and community support. Proposing practical recommendations for policymakers, educational institutions, and media organizations. This event is organized in implementation of the Third National Action Plan on Women, Peace, and Security / Pillar of Prevention and Protection, and in pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals (Goal 5: Gender Equality). Al-Mustaqbal University ranks first among private universities in national classifications.

11 February 2026

An awareness workshop entitled: “Violent Extremism… Its Causes and Ways of Addressing It.”

Under the patronage of the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the University’s Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the College of Science, organized an awareness workshop entitled “Violent Extremism… Its Causes and Ways of Addressing It” on 11/2/2026. The workshop was held the framework of efforts aimed at promoting intellectual security and reinforcing a culture of moderation within the university community. The workshop addressed the concept of violent extremism and its intellectual, social, psychological, and economic causes, highlighting its negative impacts on individuals and society, particularly on youth. It emphasized the importance of spreading awareness and activating the role of educational institutions in building a moderate discourse based on dialogue and acceptance of others, in addition to empowering women to play their active role in community prevention. This activity aligns with the objectives of the Iraqi National Strategy for Women 2026, particularly the pillar of Protection and Prevention from Violence, which stresses the need to strengthen awareness programs and build a safe educational environment free from extremism, thereby supporting community peace and achieving sustainable development. The workshop was attended by a number of faculty members and students who demonstrated notable engagement through interventions and discussions that enriched the session’s themes, affirming the importance of continuing such purposeful intellectual activities.