Administrative Divisions Women s Affairs Division
Under the patronage of the respected President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the College of Engineering / Department of Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Industries, organized an educational workshop entitled “Women’s Empowerment and Protection from Gender-Based Violence” on 19/1/2026, in implementation of the provisions of the Third National Action Plan for Women, Peace and Security / Protection and Prevention Pillar – Paragraph Five. The workshop was organized by the Women’s Affairs Unit within the framework of consolidating a safe university environment based on respect and equality. The workshop witnessed a remarkable attendance of female students and staff members, with the participation of a number of faculty members interested in issues of empowerment and social justice, affirming the university’s commitment to its awareness-raising role in building societal awareness that preserves women’s dignity and enhances their psychological and social security within the academic environment. The workshop focused on deepening the understanding of gender concepts, identifying forms of gender-based violence and their negative effects, in addition to introducing prevention and protection mechanisms and available legal and psychological support methods, while highlighting the vital role of educational institutions in empowering women and supporting their active participation in educational and professional pathways. The workshop also included interactive sessions that addressed: • Clarifying the concept of gender-based violence, its causes, and its societal implications. • Reviewing prevention and protection mechanisms and methods of psychological and legal support. • Emphasizing the importance of women’s empowerment in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 5 related to gender equality. The workshop concluded by emphasizing the necessity of consolidating a culture of mutual respect within the university community and intensifying awareness programs that support women, contributing to their protection, empowerment, and the enhancement of their role in building a safe and sustainable educational environment. Activity Coordinator: Asst. Lecturer Ibrar Falah Naji
Under the patronage of Professor Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the Women’s Affairs Unit at the College of Arts and Humanities, and presented by Asst. Lect. Rusul Naama Kamal, is organizing a workshop entitled: “Women’s Empowerment and Education: The Path toward Sustainable Development” The workshop will be held on Sunday, January 18, 2026. This workshop aims to highlight the role of education in empowering women and enhancing their effective participation in society and the labor market. It also seeks to raise awareness of the importance of gender equality in accessing fair and inclusive educational opportunities. The workshop focuses on building capacities and skills that enable women to contribute to economic and social development, emphasizing that educational empowerment of women is a fundamental pillar for achieving sustainable development in the long term. This activity comes in implementation of the Third National Action Plan for Women, Peace, and Security / Prevention and Protection Pillar, and in support of the Sustainable Development Goals (Goal 4: Quality Education). Al-Mustaqbal University ranks first among private universities.
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, is organizing a workshop presented by Asst. Lecturer Ria Naseef Jasim entitled: “The Role of Women in Media” on Sunday, January 18, 2026. This workshop aims to highlight the importance of women’s participation in media work and content creation. It also seeks to enhance the role of women in conveying societal issues with objectivity and professionalism. The workshop focuses on empowering women in the media field and building their capacities in journalism and digital media. In addition, it discusses the challenges faced by women in media and the ways to address them. This activity comes in implementation of the Third National Action Plan on Women, Peace, and Security / Prevention and Protection Pillar, and in line with achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5: Gender Equality). Al-Mustaqbal University ranks first among private universities.
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 at the College of Engineering Technologies / Computer Engineering Techniques Department, organized an awareness seminar entitled “Gender Justice in Providing a Healthy Work Environment” on 13/1/2026, in implementation of the Third National Action Plan for Women, Peace and Security / Participation and Institutional Reform Pillar for the year 2025, and within the fifth clause related to encouraging the provision of a healthy work environment that achieves gender justice standards. It also fulfills Goal Five (Gender Equality) of the Sustainable Development Goals. The lecture was presented by (Asst. Lect. Mari Imran Mahdi / Head of the Women’s Affairs Division, and Ria Abdulwahab Hadawi / Head of the Women’s Affairs Unit in the Computer Engineering Techniques Department), and the seminar witnessed positive interaction from the attendees, confirming the importance of consolidating the principles of justice and equality in the academic work environment.
Under the patronage of the Honorable President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the College of Health and Medical Technologies / Department of Cosmetology and Laser Technologies, organized an awareness workshop entitled: “Modern Parenting as an Approach to Sustainable Development.” The workshop was presented with the participation of Asst. Lect. Ola Salman Hamza and Asst. Lect. Saja Falah Hassan, within the Institutional Reform Axis – Participation Pillar, on Saturday, 4/1/2025. Paragraph (1): The workshop aimed to highlight the risks of domestic violence and its psychological and social impacts, enhance students’ awareness of the importance of self-protection, and clarify proper ways to deal with cases of violence within the family. In addition, it sought to promote a culture of respect and dialogue and contribute to building a safe and supportive family environment. The organization of this workshop aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly: • Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being, by supporting mental health and reducing the negative effects of domestic violence. • Goal 5: Gender Equality, by empowering women and strengthening their role in confronting violence and protecting their rights within the family and society. This activity underscores the institution’s commitment to raising awareness and building a conscious generation capable of confronting negative phenomena, and to contributing to the achievement of a safe, violence-free university and community environment.
Under the patronage of the Honorable President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the Department of Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Industries, organized an educational workshop entitled: “Women’s Empowerment and Protection from Gender-Based Violence.” The workshop was attended by a number of female students and staff members, with the participation of a distinguished group of faculty members interested in issues of empowerment and equality. This activity was held within the framework of the University’s efforts to enhance community awareness and to promote a safe and supportive academic environment for women. The workshop aimed to raise awareness of gender concepts, highlight the various forms of gender-based violence that women may face, and introduce the available protection and support mechanisms at both the legal and social levels. It also addressed the pivotal role of academic institutions in empowering women and enhancing the active participation of female students in educational and professional pathways. The workshop included several interactive themes, most notably: • Clarifying the concept of gender-based violence, its causes, and its consequences. • Reviewing prevention and protection strategies, as well as psychological and legal support mechanisms. • Highlighting the importance of women’s empowerment in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 5 related to gender equality. The workshop concluded with a set of recommendations emphasizing the need to promote a culture of respect and equality within the university community and to strengthen programs that support women, thereby contributing to their protection, empowerment, and active participation in various academic and societal fields. Venue: Al-Mustaqbal University Date: 4/1/2026 Activity Supervisors: Asst. Lect. Abrar Falah Naji Program Coordinator: Fatima Walid
Under the patronage of Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the College of Agricultural Technologies, organized a workshop entitled “Water is Life… Let Us Preserve It.” The workshop was supervised by Asst. Lecturer M.M. Mari Imran Mahdi, Head of the Women’s Affairs Division, and presented by Asst. Lecturer M.M. Suroor Hafidh Mohammed from the College of Agricultural Technologies. It was held on Saturday, January 3, 2026. The workshop aimed to raise awareness about the importance of water and to highlight simple and effective ways to conserve every drop, as every drop makes a difference. It also emphasized the pivotal role of women and families in promoting a culture of rational water consumption, as they are directly responsible for managing household resources—starting from changing daily usage habits to monitoring maintenance, repairing leaks, and adopting water-saving technologies to ensure sustainability. Enhancing community awareness of the risks of water scarcity and climate change, as well as introducing optimal water-use practices, is a fundamental element in preserving water and environmental security and in building an informed society capable of facing the challenges of diminishing water resources. This activity was implemented in accordance with the Third National Action Plan for Women, Peace, and Security / Prevention and Protection Pillar, and in support of the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and Goal 13 (Climate Action). Al-Mustaqbal University ranks first among private universities in national classifications.
Under the patronage of the respected President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the College of Health and Medical Technologies / Department of Dental Technology, organized a workshop entitled (Food Security and the Role of Women in Strengthening It), presented by (Ms. Inas Faeq Faraj), a member of the Women’s Affairs Committee, on 31/12/2025. Women play a pivotal role in strengthening food security, as they are the main responsible party for managing food within the family in terms of selecting food types, preparing it, storing it, and ensuring its safety. Supporting the role of women through education, health awareness, and economic empowerment is considered a basic element in achieving sustainable food security and building a healthy society capable of facing food challenges. In implementation of the Third National Action Plan for Women, Peace, and Security / Prevention and Protection Pillar / Fourth Paragraph, and in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, especially Goal Three (Good Health and Well-being).