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Under the patronage of the Honorable President of Al-Mustaqbal University, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the Department of Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Industries, organized an educational workshop entitled: “Women’s Empowerment and Protection from Gender-Based Violence.” The workshop was attended by a number of female students and staff members, with the participation of a distinguished group of faculty members interested in issues of empowerment and equality. This activity was held within the framework of the University’s efforts to enhance community awareness and to promote a safe and supportive academic environment for women. The workshop aimed to raise awareness of gender concepts, highlight the various forms of gender-based violence that women may face, and introduce the available protection and support mechanisms at both the legal and social levels. It also addressed the pivotal role of academic institutions in empowering women and enhancing the active participation of female students in educational and professional pathways. The workshop included several interactive themes, most notably: • Clarifying the concept of gender-based violence, its causes, and its consequences. • Reviewing prevention and protection strategies, as well as psychological and legal support mechanisms. • Highlighting the importance of women’s empowerment in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 5 related to gender equality. The workshop concluded with a set of recommendations emphasizing the need to promote a culture of respect and equality within the university community and to strengthen programs that support women, thereby contributing to their protection, empowerment, and active participation in various academic and societal fields. Venue: Al-Mustaqbal University Date: 4/1/2026 Activity Supervisors: Asst. Lect. Abrar Falah Naji Program Coordinator: Fatima Walid