Events | Sustainable Development Goals

17 July 2026

AHU and the University of Almería sign a Memorandum of Cooperation

Al-Hadba University and the University of Almería, Spain, signed a four-year, renewable Memorandum of Cooperation for academic exchange, with a focus on study abroad programmes in healthcare. Prof. Dr. Salah I. Yahya signed for Al-Hadba University and Dr. José Carlos Redondo Olmedilla for the University of Almería. The agreement covers a joint curriculum, field visits to hospitals and clinics, cultural activities and joint research and conferences, overseen by a joint committee that meets every year. Its first result was a 10-ECTS programme in health sciences completed by ten Al-Hadba students in Almería.

SDGs: 17 Partnerships for the Goals 4 Quality Education 3 Good Health and Well-being

An international partnership between universities (Goal 17, partnerships) that opens study abroad for Iraqi students (Goal 4, target 4.b on scholarships and international study) in the health sciences (Goal 3, target 3.c on training the health workforce).

7–10 June 2026

Third Ministerial Programme for Training IQ-Learn Smart Learning Platform Trainers (IQ-LEARN TOT³)

Al-Hadba University hosted the third edition of the ministerial programme that trains trainers for IQ-Learn, Iraq's national smart learning platform, in cooperation with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Over four days, academics and trainers from universities across northern Iraq worked on blended learning, e-course design, digital transformation, active learning and the flipped classroom, with hands-on lab sessions every day. Participants who passed the final electronic exam were certified as IQ-Learn trainers for their own institutions.

SDGs: 4 Quality Education 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Builds teachers' skills in digital teaching across Iraqi universities (Goal 4, target 4.c on qualified teachers) and spreads a national digital learning platform (Goal 9, target 9.c on access to information technology).

22–23 April 2026

International Conference on Education in the Era of AI and Cybersecurity

Al-Hadba University, with the Center for Psychological Research and the Noon Center for Specialized Research and Studies, held an international conference on how artificial intelligence and cybersecurity are changing teaching, learning, research and university governance. Organised in six research tracks, it accepted 46 papers by 80 researchers and drew more than 200 participants. Prof. Dr. Salah I. Yahya, Vice President for Scientific Affairs, chaired the conference and gave the keynote address.

SDGs: 4 Quality Education 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Research on the future of teaching and learning (Goal 4, quality education), on artificial intelligence and secure digital infrastructure (Goal 9, innovation and infrastructure), carried out with partner research centres (Goal 17, partnerships).

13 December 2025

Iraqi Programmers Forum – Nineveh

Al-Hadba University, represented by its College of Computer Science, hosted the Nineveh branch of the Iraqi Programmers Forum at the invitation of the president and founding members of the Iraqi Programmers Union. The forum set out to promote a culture of programming, support scientific initiatives and link the University with the technology sector, so that students build their skills and graduates are ready for what industry needs. A Member of Parliament and members of the Nineveh Provincial Council attended.

SDGs: 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth 4 Quality Education 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Prepares graduates for jobs in the technology sector (Goal 8, target 8.6 on youth employment; Goal 4, target 4.4 on skills for employment) and links the University with the tech industry (Goal 9, innovation).

3 November 2025

Awareness workshop on drug abuse and how to combat it, with Nineveh Police

Al-Hadba University and the Media and Public Relations Directorate of the Nineveh Police Command held an awareness workshop for students from several colleges, staff and police representatives. Police officers and academics spoke on the effects of drugs on mental and physical health, their social and family consequences, prevention and protective factors, the law and penalties, and the role of educational institutions, helping students make informed decisions.

SDGs: 3 Good Health and Well-being 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Prevention of substance abuse (Goal 3, target 3.5), cooperation with the police against drug crime (Goal 16, peace and justice), and a partnership between the University and a public institution (Goal 17).

October 2025

International Workshop on Interdisciplinary Sports Sciences, with the University of Mosul

Al-Hadba University and the University of Mosul held a two-day international workshop, "Interdisciplinary Approaches in Sports Sciences and Their Role in Enhancing Performance and Learning", at the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences. Researchers from Iraq, Turkey, Germany and Egypt took part. The workshop recommended integrating sports and environmental sciences, expanding international research cooperation, developing teaching methods and building partnerships with international institutions, including the University of Leipzig's Centre for University Sports.

SDGs: 3 Good Health and Well-being 4 Quality Education 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Sport and physical activity for health and well-being (Goal 3), better teaching in sports education (Goal 4), and international research cooperation (Goal 17).

30 December 2024

"Nabd Al-Hadba" volunteer team warms hearts with a Winter Clothing campaign

Al-Hadba University's student volunteer team, "Nabd Al-Hadba" (Al-Hadba Pulse), ran a "Winter Clothing" campaign to support low-income families in western Mosul. The team prepared and delivered warm clothes, blankets, heaters and other winter essentials, reaching the families who needed them most and handing out the aid with care and dignity. The campaign is part of the University's community service and humanitarian work, and it gives students real volunteering experience.

SDGs: 1 No Poverty 10 Reduced Inequality 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Direct support for low-income families through the winter (Goal 1, no poverty, target 1.3), reaching the most vulnerable (Goal 10, reduced inequalities), building a caring, resilient city (Goal 11), and mobilising students as volunteers for the community (Goal 17, partnerships).

Historic Book Fair and Bazaar

The "Cultural Horizons" book fair and bazaar at Al‑Hadba University in Mosul offered a vibrant celebration of knowledge and culture on campus. The event featured major publishing houses and bookstores presenting an extensive collection of academic, cultural and literary titles. Student-led clubs and workshops provided interactive learning opportunities, while artistic performances and local cuisine created a lively cultural atmosphere. Through this gathering, the university aimed to foster meaningful connections among students, faculty and the wider community—advancing its commitment to an education that bridges academic engagement, cultural enrichment and communal interaction.

SDGs: 4 Quality Education 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities

Opens learning and culture to the whole community (Goal 4, quality education) and strengthens Mosul's cultural life and heritage (Goal 11, target 11.4).