Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Medicine, Al-Ayen Iraqi University, the Women's Affairs Unit at the College of Medicine held a symposium entitled "Domestic Violence and Its Negative Impact on Women." Dr. Maryam Muhammad Ali lectured at the symposium.
The symposium discussed the definition of domestic violence, its types, and the groups most vulnerable to violence.
It also highlighted the negative impact of violence and its physical and psychological effects on the victim.
It emphasized methods of protection and prevention of violence. The Dean of the College of Medicine praised the distinguished efforts of the unit's staff and their dedication and perseverance in following up on the unit's efforts, which positively impacts the college's activities.