SDG 17 Progress Report: Al-Ayen Iraqi University (2023)

1. Introduction and Overview

Al-Ayen Iraqi University (AUIQ) remains committed to sustainable development and aligns its activities with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. Through diverse collaborations with educational institutions, government agencies, and global organizations, AUIQ fosters academic excellence, research advancement, and impactful community engagement.

2. Detailed SDG Contributions

Initiatives and Activities

Al-Ayen Iraqi University supports SDG 17 through extensive partnerships. Collaborations include agreements with Sohar University and UPM University, fostering joint research, student exchanges, and regional growth. Partnerships with Iraqi institutions enhance curriculum alignment and academic exchanges, while international links with the British Royal Medical Colleges and University of Dundee promote advanced healthcare education. These alliances underscore AUIQ's commitment to academic excellence and global knowledge-sharing for sustainable development.

Initiative

Link

Meeting with Academics Syndicate in Dhi Qar: AUIQ’s President met with syndicate representatives to establish joint seminars and discuss academic collaborations, reinforcing institutional cooperation.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1091

Memorandum with Sohar University, Oman: AUIQ and Sohar University agreed to expand educational and research opportunities through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), promoting regional academic growth.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1171

Iraqi University Partnerships: AUIQ has formed strategic partnerships with multiple Iraqi universities, such as Warith Al-Anbiya and Dhi Qar University, supporting joint research, curriculum alignment, and student exchange initiatives.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1185

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1296

International Collaborations: AUIQ has engaged in academic partnerships with international universities, including Universiti Teknologi Petronas, UCSI University, Universiti Malaysia Pahang, and Utara University. These collaborations foster student mobility, joint research, and professional development programs that enhance AUIQ’s global academic network.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1517

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1388

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1389

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1535

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1504

Agreement with University of Dundee: A partnership with the University of Dundee supports joint programs in medical education, enhancing curriculum quality and providing international learning opportunities for students.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1744

Academic Exchange with UPM University: Through collaboration with Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), AUIQ plans a SMART FARMS project and student exchange programs to bolster research and technical skill development.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1512

Collaboration with Northern Technical University: AUIQ and Northern Technical University in Iraq work together on joint research, academic events, and student and faculty exchanges, advancing educational standards regionally.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1485

Engagement with the British Royal Medical Colleges: AUIQ’s College of Medicine serves as an examination center for British Fellowship exams, promoting international collaboration in healthcare education.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1744

Al-Ayen Iraqi University has established five memorandums of understanding with renowned Iranian universities, including Khwarizmi, Shahid Beheshti, Sharif University of Technology, Urmia, and Ferdowsi University, three of which rank highly in the Shanghai, Times, and QS classifications.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1563

Al-Ayen Iraqi University explored opportunities for scientific cooperation with Shatra University, marking a commitment to strengthening academic and research collaboration in Dhi Qar.

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1867

Al-Ayen Iraqi University, in a continued effort to strengthen academic collaboration, signed a scientific and academic cooperation agreement with Al-Nahrain University

https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1527

Supporting Data and Metrics

  • Research and Educational Partnerships: In 2023, AUIQ established over 25 partnerships with institutions locally and globally. This collaborative network enables joint research publications, student exchange programs, and professional development initiatives, reinforcing SDG 17’s mission to strengthen global cooperation.

3. Supporting Documents and Links

References and links to relevant reports, publications, and university web pages that further elaborate on Al-Ayen’s efforts and achievements related to SDG 17.

Link: https://en.alayen.edu.iq/sdj/sub_details/102



The Sustainable Development Goals: Al-Ayen Iraqi University's Evolving Strategy Towards 2027

https://en.alayen.edu.iq/public/en/save_file/files/88168e6e6c98e106163890bee72924b8_.pdf

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