As part of a humanitarian initiative that embodies the spirit of giving and social responsibility among students, students from the Department of Law at Cihan University-Erbil, under the supervision of Professor Dr. Hisham Hashem Mikael, visited the Erbil orphanage to provide essential aid and gifts to orphaned children.
The orphanage director, Mr. Sherwan Abdul Rahman Hussein, welcomed the students and expressed his heartfelt thanks and gratitude for this initiative, which brings joy to the children’s hearts and fosters social solidarity.
During the visit, the students distributed aid and gifts to the children, in addition to spending quality time with them through recreational activities aimed at improving their psychological and social well-being. The students emphasized the importance of supporting this vulnerable group and creating a conducive environment for their growth and development.
Professor Dr. Hisham highlighted that this visit is part of the community service activities organized by the Department of Law at Cihan University, aimed at encouraging students to actively contribute to community service.
At the end of the visit, the children expressed their immense happiness with the initiative and hoped for more events like this to be held that bring hope and joy to their lives.
As part of Science Zakat Foundation program Cihan University-Duhok Free Medical Examinations and Health Education On (3/11/2025) the residence of the faculty and departments of medicine at World University-Duhok scientists in Nowruz Park and undertook medical examinations and health promotion
As part of Science Zakat Foundation program Cihan University-Duhok’s, sports unit, in collaboration with the English Department, organized a mountain climbing activity for English students. The head of the Duhok Mountaineering Center, Wahbi Mahdi Mustafa, attended and discussed mountaineering techniques from an academic perspective. With Cihan University-Duhok translators present, the students also participated in a cleanup campaign on Mount Qashfar
Babagurgur University participated in the activities of the seventh tree-planting campaign organized by the KOKAR Foundation for Sustainable Development, which lasted five hours with the aim of supporting the environment and increasing green spaces in the city.
This participation comes to renew the university’s commitment to supporting environmental initiatives and actively contributing to serving the community and building a more sustainable future.
The program about women’s leadership in government institutions and high blood pressure discusses women’s leadership and how to deal with it among women. Sometimes women are ignored or overlooked.
Some women are called leaders. Some women hold positions in the political arena.
I carried the instruction about cleanliness from my students with me. I told them that they should not throw away paper while eating from their stamps. They should avoid touching the bullet trees because the trees provide us with oxygen, and we have beautiful nature.
As part of the significant project initiated by the World Foundation (Zakat Science), I have engaged in various activities aimed at benefiting the community. These activities include delivering educational seminars for students at all levels and promoting a beneficial campaign for Hope Hospital and cancer patients. I have also provided model lessons to community teachers to share my expertise. Additionally, I have established online connections with Kurdish schools abroad to learn about the culture of Kurdish education and to collaborate and exchange experiences. This is in addition to many other charitable endeavors and providing free teaching to public and low-income students.
Today, on May 12, 2025, under the slogan “Volunteering is Our Responsibility”, a formal ceremony was held to mark the continuation of the partnership between the Scientific Zakat Organization and Cihan University – Duhok. The event was attended by Dr. Nawzad Yahya Bajger, President of the Board of Trustees of Cihan Universities and Institutes, and Prof. Dr. Zervan Abdulmohsen Asaad, President of Cihan University – Duhok, along with a number of government officials, religious figures, parliament members, and representatives from relevant institutions.
Following keynote speeches by the university president and the president of the board of trustees, a memorandum of understanding and cooperation was signed between the university and five public and social entities, with the goal of serving various segments and components of society. These entities include:
🔸️1. General Directorate of Awqaf and Religious Affairs – Duhok
🔸️2. General Directorate of Community Monitoring and Development – Duhok
🔸️3. Directorate of Combating Violence Against Women and Family
🔸️4. Duhok Branch of the Kurdistan Women’s Union
🔸️5. Independent Human Rights Commission – Duhok Governorate
This agreement follows a series of prior collaborative efforts and joint activities between the university and several governmental bodies, organizations, centers, unions, and civil society groups.
About the Scientific Zakat Organization
What is the mission of the Scientific Zakat Organization?
🔹 Main slogan: “Volunteering is Our Responsibility”
On May 5, 2025, the organization held its inaugural Scientific Zakat Conference in Erbil. The event featured a wide range of research papers, academic discussions, and presentations addressing educational, awareness, and scientific topics. As a continuation of this initiative, the current event was held on May 12, 2025, at Cihan University – Duhok.
The Scientific Zakat Organization operates under the umbrella of Cihan Universities Group, with a mission to provide:
– Scientific, academic, educational, and awareness-based services
– Public health and psychological counseling services
– Free support to low-income families
– Assistance to patients with chronic illnesses
– Courses, workshops, and seminars for religious instructors and government administrators
Additionally, the organization works to empower and support students, youth, women, and disadvantaged individuals, especially those unable to continue their education. This includes organizing skill-building and development programs designed to create real and impactful employment opportunities.
