Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation Launches Computer Skills Development Course

Following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok and the Semel District Governorate, a computer skills development training course was launched on June 29, 2026, for a group of women, students, and graduates. This course is being conducted in coordination with the Semel Sports and Youth Center and the Kurdistan Women’s Union – Semel.

The course is being taught by computer science specialists Ms. Shaima Ismail and Ms. Dozdar Mahdi, and will last for two weeks.

The course aims to develop the practical and applied skills of participants in the following key areas:

Microsoft Word: for creating and formatting documents.

Microsoft Excel: for working with data, performing calculations, and conducting statistical analysis.

Microsoft PowerPoint: for creating professional and advanced presentations.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Shayma Ismail Ali Shayma Ismail Ali 12 95
2 Hejar Ali Fattah Hejar Ali Fattah 2 90
3 Dozdar Mahdi Ahmed Dozdar Mahdi Ahmed 10 90

Under the directives of Prof. Dr. Zeravan Abdulmuhsen Asaad, President of Cihan University-Duhok, the Scientific Zakat Institution organized a special awareness seminar for student transport drivers. The main objective of this seminar was to enhance the drivers’ ability to cope with psychological stress during work and control emotional outbursts (anger).

During the seminar, several key topics were emphasized, including:

– Proper methods for interacting with students’ behaviors and psychology.

– Self-control techniques during traffic congestion, alongside mental preparedness for dealing with unexpected problems

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.

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.