in collaboration with Gazhbin Health Organization, actively participated in serving the community during a Health Festival.

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February 7, 2026
Health Awareness and Community Empowerment
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Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Zeravan A. Assad, President of Cihan University – Duhok, teachers and students from Cihan University – Duhok, in collaboration with Gazhbin Health Organization, actively participated in serving the community during a Health Festival.
The Health Festival was conducted at Duhok Mall during the New Year season, from 15 December to 30 December, between 4:00 PM and 11:00 PM, with the primary objective of promoting public health awareness and facilitating early screening for common medical conditions. The event targeted the general population and aimed to improve access to basic health services in a community-centered setting.
A comprehensive range of health services was delivered throughout the festival, including blood pressure monitoring, blood glucose testing, complete blood count (CBC) investigations, and dental examinations. In parallel, psychological support and mental health promotion activities were implemented to address psychosocial well-being and to enhance public understanding of mental health as an integral component of overall health.
This initiative was achieved through effective collaboration between Gazhbin Health Organization and the students of Cihan University – Duhok, whose involvement provided practical clinical exposure while reinforcing principles of social responsibility, interdisciplinary cooperation, and community engagement. The active participation of students contributed significantly to the efficient delivery of services and the overall success of the event.

Volunteers

#	Name	Duration	Credits
1	Abdallh loqman khan zead	19	90
2	Abdulrahman Rashed Ahmad	7	85
3	Ghaith Nashwan Hussein Saleh	7	85
4	Zana Jundi Khalat Yousif	14	85
5	Sahand jalal omer	7	85
6	Rand dlovan hamdi ahmad	8	85
7	Rayan abid mustafa	7	85
8	Hajeen foad ismail	7	85
9	Muhammed rayan muhammed	19	90
10	Nooralrahman Ghassan Ahmed	19	90
11	YOUSEF IDRIS MUHAMEED AMEN	19	90
12	Jinas ABdulwaheed Yaseen	7	85
13	Aya Adnan Mohammed Salih	4	80
14	Mohammed saad hussien	49	94
15	Blind zaki abdullraheem	49	95
16	Shahand Drbas Ali	18	90
17	Karzan Ismail Mohammed Sadiq	98	98
18	Bassam Shawkat Ismael	105	100

Community Engagement and Collaboration, Teacher Training and Professional Development

Within the Zakat Al-elm Program: A Seminar on The Sense of Responsibility Conducted

On June 30, 2026, as a continuation of the activities and services of the (Zakat Al-Ilm) foundation at Cihan University-Duhok for community awareness and development, and in the presence of a number of faculty members and staff, a distinctive seminar was presented by Mr. (Abdulaziz Muhsin Barzani) on “The Sense of Responsibility in Society.”

Key Topics of the Seminar:

– Defining the concept of a sense of responsibility and its significance for both individuals and community development.
– Analyzing the role of the individual in facing challenges and committing to daily and social duties.
– Proposing effective solutions and methods to foster a spirit of responsibility toward building a healthier and more conscious society.

Community Engagement and Collaboration, Civic and Social Responsibility Initiatives

President of Cihan University – Duhok Visits the Directorate of Directing and Moral Leading

On July 8, 2026, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations and congratulate the new Director of the Directorate of Directing and Moral Leading in Duhok, Prof. Dr. Zeravan Abdulmohsen Asaad, President of Cihan University-Duhok, accompanied by Prof. Dr. Bayar Mohamed Rasheed, Vice President of the University, conducted an official visit to the aforementioned directorate.

The university delegation was warmly received by Colonel Cherwan Mohsin, Director of the Directorate, along with its officers. During the meeting, in addition to extending congratulations, both sides discussed various topics and frameworks related to the university’s services for different segments of society. This included the “Science Zakat Foundation” program, which aims to provide rehabilitation, awareness, and capacity-building programs to develop the skills of the directorate’s personnel, employees, and officers.