A Scientific Panel at Cihan University – Duhok on the Iraqi Parliamentary Elections and Strengthening the Federal System

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June 18, 2025
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On Monday, May 19, 2025, in the presence of political and governmental figures, representatives of civil society organizations, academics, and students, a scientific panel was held under the title:
“The Iraqi Parliamentary Elections: Between Strengthening the Federal System and Addressing Political Crises”
at the College of Law, Cihan University – Duhok, in cooperation with the Legal Research and Consultation Center at the College of Law – University of Duhok.

The event began with a welcoming speech by Dr. Rebar Hussein, Dean of the College of Law at Cihan University – Duhok. This was followed by an introduction to the goals of the panel presented by Prof. Dr. Afin Khalid Abdulrahman, Dean of the College of Law – University of Duhok.

The panel featured four main sessions moderated by Dr. Dzhwar Ahmed:

First Session: Presented by Dr. Ranjbar Jamil Shekho, Head of the Legal Research and Consultation Center – University of Duhok, discussing the philosophical foundations of the electoral process.
Second Session: Presented by Mr. Khalid Ahmed, head of the Elections Department of the KDP’s Duhok Branch, focusing on mechanisms for candidate nomination.
Third Session: Presented by Dr. Renas Jano, former member of the Iraqi Parliament, on political awareness and activating electoral participation.
Fourth and Final Session: Presented by Dr. Jamal Kocher, current Member of Parliament, evaluating the electoral process through the role and performance of representatives.

At the end of the event, a Q&A and open discussion session was held between the panelists and the attendees.

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Media Department Conducts Special Seminar on Combating Violence Against Women

On the occasion of the 16 Days of Activism against ‘Violence Against Women’ campaign, on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Dlan Ismail Mawlood, students from the Media Department conducted a seminar at Sharistani Girls School on combating violence against women.

The supervising lecturer and students were warmly received by Ms Runak Yaqoob, the school principal, who expressed her appreciation for the Media Department at Cihan University–Erbil for organizing this initiative focusing on raising awareness among students about this important issue.

The seminar began with Assistant Lecturer Dlan Ismail highlighting the activities of the 16 Days of Activism campaign and presenting several key points on combating violence against women. Then, third-year student Layar Aza discussed electronic violence targeting women. Following this, another third-year student, Zhilya Hatam, highlighted strategies for self-protection against electronic attacks, which can ultimately lead to violence. At the end of the seminar, second-year student Najwa Rashid introduced hotlines that women can contact when facing electronic violence.

At the end of the activities, Ms Runak Yaqoob thanked the supervising lecturer and students for their efforts and active participation in the campaign.

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