Al-Ayen Iraqi University – SDG 1 Progress Report (2024)
1.3.1 - Al-Ayen Iraqi University is committed to supporting low-income students through financial aid, with 1264 students receiving various forms of assistance in the academic year 2023-2024 (as shown in the evidence below). By providing this aid, Al-Ayen directly aligns with SDG 1 (reducing poverty), promoting equitable access to higher education. This financial support not only increases enrollment but also enhances academic performance and future career prospects for students who may otherwise be unable to attend university.
Count | No. of Students | Tuition fee reduction rate. |
1 | 100% | 210% |
2 | (75-100) % | 0 |
3 | (50-75) % | 935 |
4 | (25-50) % | 111 |
5 | (5-25)% | 8 |
Total | 1264 | |
The program reflects Al-Ayen University’s dedication to fostering a more inclusive academic environment and creating opportunities that contribute to sustainable economic growth within the community.
1. On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, Assistant Professor Dr. Haider Marhoon, Vice President of Al-Ayen Iraqi University, announced the allocation of 15 free seats in the university's departments and colleges for orphans from the Al-Yateem Charitable Foundation. This initiative was coordinated with the Al-Ayen University Foundation, a humanitarian organization. The Vice President received Ahmed Hussein Al-Madani, head of the Al-Yateem Charitable Foundation's branch in Dhi Qar, at his office, where he expressed his gratitude for this initiative, which encourages orphans to persevere and strive for excellence in their studies. He added that this initiative is part of the university's ongoing humanitarian program to combat poverty and hunger. This effort contributes to (SDG1: No Poverty), (SDGs 2 :No Hunger), SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by fostering a sustainable research environment and supporting innovation within the academic community.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/3279
2. Al-Ayen Iraqi University received a delegation from the Ministry of Justice to discuss collaboration between the university and the administration of Nasiriyah Central Prison. The meeting focused on expanding educational opportunities for inmates, particularly in higher education, as the university offered 50 scholarship seats to support this initiative. This effort supports SDG1: No Poverty, SDG 2: Zero Hunger, SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) by promoting rehabilitation through education and fostering social inclusion and justice.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/3165
Al-Ayen Iraqi University contributes to advancing SDG1 through its engagement in impactful research addressing environmental and socio-economic resilience. One of the university’s 2024 publications is:
1 publications match with Sustainable Development Goal 1 : | ||||||
Institutions | Al-Ayen Iraqi University | |||||
Publication years | (2024) | |||||
NO. | Title | Year | Volume | Issue | DOI | SDGs (2024) |
1 | Spatiotemporal analysis of soil moisture drought in the Horn of Africa | 2024 | 155 | 8 | 10.1007/s00704-024-05052-z | SDG 1| SDG 2| SDG 6| SDG 11| SDG 13 |
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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
