17.2.2.
Al-Ayen University’s collaborative initiatives, including international academic assessments and partnerships, significantly contribute to SDG 17 by advancing educational standards, fostering institutional cooperation, and promoting knowledge-sharing globally.
Al-Ayen University President, Dr. Shafiq Al-Mawla, met with representative of the Academics Syndicate in Dhi Qar, to discuss key topics of academic collaboration. Dr. Al-Hasnawi presented copies of his works on Islamic educational thought to the university. The meeting concluded with agreements on the selection criteria for syndicate representatives in university councils and future for joint seminars. This collaboration promotes SDG 4 by fostering academic engagement and knowledge-sharing and aligns with SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals by enhancing institutional cooperation.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1091
Al-Ayen University welcomed Dr. Hamza Idris, Vice President of Sohar University, Oman, and its Director of Quality Assurance. This visit aimed to strengthen collaboration, with both institutions preparing to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand shared educational and research opportunities. Al-Ayen University’s leaders and faculty hosted Dr. Idris on a tour of the campus, showcasing classrooms, laboratories, and the specialized dental teaching hospital. This partnership supports SDG 4 by fostering academic growth and SDG 17 through regional and global educational collaboration.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1171
Al-Ayen University delegation met with an international academic assessment team to discuss academic and scientific performance, research development, and global partnerships. The team, including prominent figures like Nick Davis, Middle East and Africa Chair for Times Higher Education, and Dr. Talal Yousef from Queensland, Australia, outlined assessment standards linked to leadership, governance, academic structure, and professional accreditation. Discussions emphasized strengthening internationalization strategies to boost Iraqi higher education, aligning with SDG 4 by enhancing institutional collaborations and SDG 17 through international engagement.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1183
The Dean of the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences at Al-Ayen University signed a twinning agreement with the Dean of the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences at the University of Baghdad, Prof. Dr. Sabah Qasim Khalaf. The agreement aims to enhance academic standards by leveraging the extensive resources of both colleges. It includes scientific cooperation, curriculum unification, and joint workshops, seminars, and conferences. This partnership aligns with SDG 4 by fostering academic excellence and SDG 17 by encouraging inter-institutional collaboration to achieve shared educational goals.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1222
Al-Ayen University's President, Dr. Shafiq Shakir Shafiq Al-Mawla, signed an academic cooperation agreement with several Iraqi public and private universities, including Sulaimaniyah University and Cihan University, during a forum hosted by the Iraqi Academics Syndicate and the Kurdistan Academic Society. This partnership aims to foster collaborative scientific research, exchange expertise, and organize joint conferences and academic forums, enhancing educational quality and research output. This initiative aligns with SDG 4 and SDG 17, promoting knowledge sharing and institutional collaboration across regions.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1287
Under the patronage of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Naim Yasser Al-Aboudi, and with the supervision of the President of the Supervision and Scientific Evaluation Authority, Prof. Dr. Salah Al-Fatlawi, and the President of Al-Farahidi University, Prof. Dr. Tariq Al-Khayyat, the Student Activities Department held a meeting with Iraqi university representatives. Attended by over 80 public and private universities, the meeting discussed strategies to enhance student activities and address challenges from previous programs, aiming to foster a more engaging and supportive environment. This initiative aligns with SDG 4 by promoting enriched student engagement and SDG 17 through collaborative efforts across educational institutions.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1436
A delegation led by Al-Ayen Iraqi University President, Prof. Shafiq Al-Mawla, met with Prof. Yahya Abdul Redha Abbas Al-Khafaji, President of Dhi Qar University, to strengthen collaborative efforts. They discussed the activation of agreements between the two institutions, focusing on joint conferences, specialized lectures, and shared research publications. This collaboration aims to enhance educational quality and research productivity, aligning with SDG 4 through enriched academic exchanges and SDG 17 by fostering strategic inter-university partnerships.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1467
Al-Ayen Iraqi University participated in the Iraq-Iran Science Week, with a delegation led by University President and Head of Scientific Affairs. The event featured 60 universities and institutions from both countries, aiming to strengthen academic collaboration. Dr. Al-Mawla highlighted Al-Ayen University’s research achievements and commitment to global rankings, emphasizing the value of international partnerships in advancing academic programs and research platforms which aligns with SDG 17. This initiative aligns with SDG 4 by fostering cross-border knowledge exchange. Through initiatives like the Iraq-Iran Science Week, Al-Ayen Iraqi University promotes international collaboration, sharing academic resources and expertise to enhance educational and scientific capacities.
Link: https://alayen.edu.iq/news/details/1560
