A scientific article by the lecturer (Assistant Lecturer Fatima Makki) entitled “Labor Law in Iraq”

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Labor Law in Iraq is Law No. 37 of 2015, which aims to regulate labor relations between workers and employers and their organizations to protect the rights of both parties and achieve sustainable development based on social justice, equality, and decent work for all.<br /><br />*Principles of Labor Law in Iraq*<br />- Right to work: Work is a right for every capable citizen, and the state works to provide it on the basis of equal opportunities without any discrimination.<br />- Protection of workers: The law guarantees the worker's right to their labor services and the duration of practicing the profession.<br />- Social justice: The law aims to achieve social justice and equality in labor relations.<br /><br />*Objectives of Labor Law in Iraq*<br />- Regulating labor relations: The law regulates labor relations between workers and employers.<br />- Protection of workers' rights: The law protects workers' rights and ensures a safe work environment.<br />- Promoting decent work: The law promotes decent work for all without discrimination.<br /><br />*Important Articles of Labor Law in Iraq*<br />- Article 7: The minimum age for work in Iraq is 15 years.<br />- Article 8: The law prohibits any discrimination between workers based on gender, race, religion, or political opinion.<br />- Article 9: The law prohibits forced or compulsory labor in all its forms.<br />- Article 10: The law prohibits sexual harassment at work.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />"AL_mustaqbal University is the first university in Iraq"<br/><br/><a href=https://uomus.edu.iq/Default.aspx target=_blank>al-mustaqbal University Website</a>