The Zakat Al-EIlm Foundation in Duhok held the closing ceremony of the Human Development Course for the Kurdish Women’s Union at the independent administration of Zakho.

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September 17, 2025
Community Engagement and Collaboration, Health Awareness and Community Empowerment
Credit: 100

Within the framework of the recommendations of Dr. Zervan Abdul Mohsen Assad, President of Cihan University – Duhok, regarding enhancing the university’s role in serving the community and empowering women on psychological, social, and family levels, a closing ceremony for the Human Development Course organized by the Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation – Duhok, in cooperation with the Kurdistan Women’s Union – Zakho Center, was held on August 6, 2025, in the Zakho autonomous administration.

The course targeted 72 women from various areas of the Zakho administration and lasted for three days, including informational and training modules aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the participating women and enabling them to effectively perform their roles within the family and society.

The course covered the following topics:

1. Health awareness, supervised by Dr. Mufaq Ramzi.

2. The role of women in the family and family psychological support, supervised by Assistant Instructor Araz Adel Saleh.

3. Foundations for building a happy and stable family, presented by trainer Riyad Ferzo Mahmoud over three days, addressing essential topics related to family relationships and positive communication.

At the conclusion of the course, participation certificates were distributed to the attending women in appreciation of their commitment and active participation.

Volunteers

#	Image	Name	Duration	Credits
1		Hejar Ali Fattah	1	80
2		Araz Adil Salih	1	85

Language and Cultural Awareness

Successful Conclusion & Certificate Distribution Ceremony at Cihan University–Duhok

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the free English language course: “Speaking Club: You, Me & ChatGPT,” organized by the Department of General Education as part of the Scientific Zakat Foundation’s initiatives.

The 2-week intensive course officially concluded on June 24, 2026. Led by the brilliant Assistant Professor Dr. Balachandran Vadivel, participants enhanced their speaking skills and confidence using modern methods and AI tools!

To celebrate their dedication, a special ceremony was held where completion certificates were proudly distributed to all participants.

Teacher Training and Professional Development

The Zakat Al-elm Foundation Organizes an Extensive Seminar on Body Language for Faculty and Staff

On June 27, 2026, as part of its ongoing programs for capacity building and community service, the Zakat Al-elm Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok organized a distinguished specialized seminar titled “Body Language,” aimed at the university’s academic faculty and administrative staff.

The seminar was presented by Mr. Idris Hassan, a specialist in teaching methods, body language etiquette, and a certified international trainer.

During the seminar, the speaker covered several main and detailed topics, most notably:

The concept of body language.
How academics should interact.
Administrative communication for employees.
How to understand and perceive others’ body signals to avoid misunderstandings and enhance negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Community Engagement and Collaboration, Civic and Social Responsibility Initiatives

Within Zakat Al-elm Activities: The Department of General Education Organizes a Workshop on Psychological Empowerment for Women at Nawa Center

In continuation of the ongoing awareness and community service initiatives of the (Zakat Al-Ilm) Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok aimed at serving various segments of society, the Department of General Education organized a specialized workshop titled “From Pain to Power” for the resident women at the “Nawa” Center. The workshop was delivered by Ms. (Sanaa Karim Mustafa) in cooperation with the department coordinator, Ms. (Dilman Omar Ali).

The workshop aimed to enhance psychological resilience, instill hope, and develop coping mechanisms to effectively face life’s challenges through interactive activities and constructive discussions. At the conclusion, deep appreciation was extended to the management of the “Nawa” Center for their warm hospitality and cooperation, hoping that such initiatives will continue to support and empower women for a more stable and empowered future.