Biomedical Sciences Department Students Commemorate Anfal Genocide at Dunya Mixed Primary School

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November 26, 2025
Educational, Language and Cultural Awareness
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On the 37th anniversary of the Anfal genocide, third-year students from the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Cihan University-Erbil conducted a commemorative seminar at Dunya Mixed Primary School. The event, which took place on Monday 14^th April 2025, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Zahraakhan Maroof Taher, was organized as part of Memorial Day activities.

The students were warmly received by Mrs. Parwa Nuraldeen Kaka Mustafa, the school director, The event, held in the school hall, was attended by teachers and students from grades 7 and 8.

The program began with the playing of the Kurdish national anthem, followed by a seminar presented by the Biomedical Sciences Department students. During their presentation, they screened a documentary film highlighting the events of the Anfal campaign—an operation carried out by Ba’athist Iraq from February to September 1988. The event was aimed at suppressing Kurdish resistance and involved the systematic targeting of rural Kurdish communities to eliminate rebel groups and Arabize strategic areas of Kurdistan.

At the conclusion of the event, Mrs. Parwa Nuraldeen Kaka expressed her appreciation to the students for their initiative, noting that the activity served to strengthen national awareness and pride among the younger generation.

Volunteers

#	Image	Name	Duration	Credits
1		Cihan University – Erbil	2	90
2		Zahra Xan Maaruf	2	90

Community Engagement and Collaboration, Health Awareness and Community Empowerment

‏Within the “Zakat Al-Elm” program. Cihan University-Duhok Concludes First Aid Course for Peshmerga Forces

Within the “Zakat Al-Elm” program. Cihan University-Duhok Concludes First Aid Course for Peshmerga Forces

Under the directives of Prof. Dr. Zeravan Abdulmohsen Asaad, President of Cihan University-Duhok, and as part of the commitment to community awareness and development across various societal groups within the framework of the university’s “Zakat Al-Elm” project, and in coordination with the Peshmerga Cultural Center, the closing ceremony of the specialized First Aid course was held on Monday, July 13, 2026.

The course was conducted for the Medical Field Unit (9th Division) of the Peshmerga forces and presented by Mr. Bassam Showkat, an international trainer and specialist in Anesthesia and Intensive Care.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, certificates of participation and appreciation were distributed to the successful participants, honoring their efforts and highlighting the importance of empowering the brave Peshmerga forces with essential field and emergency medical skills.

Community Engagement and Collaboration, Health Awareness and Community Empowerment

A Field Visit and Health Awareness Seminar for Students of the Pinus Institute at Cihan University-Duhok

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, as part of the diverse activities of the Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok, and based on the directives of the University President, Professor Dr. Zirvan Abdulmohsen Asaad, to prioritize this program and extend its benefits to various segments of society, the Cihan-Duhok Academy, in cooperation with the Pinus Institute of Languages, organized a scientific and awareness-raising trip for the institute’s students.

The main objectives of the visit were:

Field Visit to Medical Laboratories:

Introducing students to modern equipment and devices used for testing, and providing them with practical training in scientific and applied procedures.

Health Awareness Seminar:

A seminar presented by Mr. Bassam Shawkat, covering general and important topics related to public health.
Explaining and demonstrating methods of prevention and safety, and highlighting the importance of public health in daily life.

Teacher Training and Professional Development, Legal Education and Professional Development

Seminar on “Discipline and Accountability in the University Environment” at Cihan University-Duhok

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Key Points:

Defining academic and behavioral discipline and its importance within the campus.

Explaining the concept of accountability as a cornerstone for academic integrity and quality assurance.

Analysing university regulations and bylaws that define the rights and duties of faculty members