A seminar titled ‘Dealing with Digital Currencies and the Risks to Individuals’ and Society’s Income, from a Legal and Economic Perspective’

Today, Tuesday, 5/11/2024, Zakat Al-Elim, in cooperation with the Department of Law at the University of cihan Suleimani, organized a seminar titled “Dealing with Digital Currencies and Their Risks on Individual and Collective Income, from a Religious, Legal, and Economic Perspective” with the following speakers: Mr. Dr. Abu Bakr Muhammad Amin Begwani, the Sharia and Economic Advisor, Mr. Khaled Haidar, an expert in the economic environment, and Mr. Judge Bashwan Tahir, a judge of the Security Investigation Court in Suleimani. Dr. Zana Rasool was the coordinator of the seminar. In this seminar, the first speaker, Mr. Dr. Abu Bakr Bangui, explained the legal aspects of using these currencies in participation. Mr. Khaled Haidar then explained the economic dimensions of using such currencies for the attendees, and Mr. Judge Bashwan Taher clarified how to handle cases related to digital currencies in the courts. At the end of the meeting, Mr. Amid Rafiq Fatah, the President of Sulaymaniyah University, thanked the speakers. It is noteworthy that several media outlets covered this important scientific activity.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Aso Hamashin Abdulkareem Aso Hamashin Abdulkareem 2 80
2 Dr. Nury Hama Saeed Haeder Dr. Nury Hama Saeed Haeder 2 90

Within the framework of volunteer work for the Zakat Al-Ilm foundation at Cihan University Sulaimaniyah , On April 29, 2026, the Career Development Center (CDC) at Cihan University – Sulaimaniya, in collaboration with Sulaimani Polytechnic University, organized a joint workshop on Artificial Intelligence.

In a joint scientific activity attended by a significant number of lecturers and students, Cihan University – Sulaimaniya, in cooperation with Sulaimani Polytechnic University, conducted a workshop entitled “Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: A Revolutionary Opportunity or a Scientific Risk?” in the seminar hall. At the beginning of the workshop, Mr. Basoz Tawfiq Ahmad, as the panel moderator, highlighted the importance of the topic and the objective of bringing together experts from different fields to discuss the impact of this emerging technology on the future of higher education.

In the first panel session, Mr. Sherko Hamalaw Murad, a specialist in Informatics and Artificial Intelligence, emphasized the relationship between Artificial Intelligence and its application within the classroom. He explained how this technology can support scientific research and enhance academic standards. Subsequently, Asst. Prof. Dr. Faryad Khalid Mohammed, a specialist in Software Engineering, discussed the technical aspects of AI and the fundamental transformations it brings to learning systems. Finally, Mr. Ahmad Ramadan Rashid, a specialist in Machine Learning, provided an overview of the field and stressed the importance of awareness and its impact on technological development. The workshop concluded with an open discussion and exchange of ideas between the panelists and the audience

Within the framework of volunteer work for the Zakat Al-Ilm foundation at Cihan University Sulaimaniyah ,CDC and Computer Science Department Organize Engaging Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop
On 22 February 2026, a collaborative workshop on “Cybersecurity Awareness” was successfully organized by the Career Development Center (CDC) in cooperation with the Computer Science Department. The event aimed to enhance students’ understanding of digital security challenges and promote safe online practices.
The workshop was presented by Asst. Lect. Sherko Hamalaw from Cihan University Sulaimaniya and Asst. Lect. Snur Jamal from Sulaimani Polytechnic University. The speakers highlighted common cyber threats such as phishing, malware, and social engineering, while also discussing practical strategies for data protection and strong password management.
A key feature of the session was its interactive presentation format, which included live discussions, real-world examples, and scenario-based activities. Participants actively engaged with the presenters, making the workshop both informative and impactful.
The event concluded with appreciation for the speakers and a continued commitment by the Career Development Center (CDC) to organize further initiatives that strengthen cybersecurity awareness among students.

Within the framework of volunteer work for the Zakat Al-Ilm foundation at Cihan University Sulaimaniyah , The Career Development Center (CDC) at Cihan University-Sulaimaniya, in collaboration with Step Iraq, conducted a two-day training workshop for second-year students in the Department of Computer Science. The workshop was designed to educate students on creating effective professional and academic Curriculum Vitae (CVs) and to equip them with interview preparation strategies, thereby improving their prospects of securing future employment.