Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5)
SDG 5 Gender equality focuses on achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls. This goal aims to eliminate all forms of discrimination and provide women with equal opportunities in education, employment, and leadership roles, fostering an inclusive society.
How Alkafeel University Supports SDG 5
Alkafeel University is deeply committed to advancing gender equality through various policies and initiatives:
Supportive Campus Environment for Women: The university provides separate workspaces for women, private prayer rooms, and medical care services, ensuring that female students and staff have access to a comfortable and respectful learning environment. These efforts create an inclusive campus culture where women feel supported and empowered to succeed academically and professionally.
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Scholarships and Financial Aid for Female Students: Alkafeel University offers financial assistance, including scholarships and tuition discounts, to female students, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. By reducing financial barriers, the university ensures that women from all backgrounds can access quality education and pursue their academic goals.
Annual University Scholarships and Discounts Breakdown (2020-2023
Total Amount
Year
Category
Amount
5,353,732,500
2022-2023
Comprehensive Transfer (Total)
1,359,525,000
University Council
744,001,750
State Employees
55,716,750
Martyrs' Foundation
84,039,000
teachers Children
3,200,000
University Grant
250,000
Tourism Support Grant
3,107,000,000
:Support for Pregnant women
Understanding the unique needs of pregnant students, we offer comfortable beds and resting areas on campus. These spaces are designed to provide a tranquil environment where you can rest and recharge between classes. Our staff is trained to offer assistance as needed, ensuring health and comfort are prioritized.
The university’s active Guidance Unit, which includes specific subsets focused on female students, offers personal development programs and academic support. This helps female students navigate challenges and prepares them for leadership roles both on campus and beyond.
Leadership and Professional Opportunities for Women: Alkafeel University encourages women to take on leadership roles and participate in decision-making processes within the institution. The university promotes gender equality in all areas, from student government to academic leadership positions, ensuring that women’s voices are represented at all levels.
Examples
· Scientific assistant of The Collage of Medicine Lect.Dr Fatimah Kareem Khalaf
Link for her profile in our staff - https://en.alkafeel.edu.iq/staff/details/553
· Assistant rector for scientific Affairs Prof.Dr Nawal Ayed Hiloul Al-Mayali
Link for her profile in our staff - https://en.alkafeel.edu.iq/staff/details/589
· Scientific assistant of college of pharmacy Lect.Dr Yasmeen Ali Hussein
Link for her profile in our staff - https://en.alkafeel.edu.iq/staff/details/306
· Head of Department, Faculty of Engineering Technology Lect Zainab Sabah Idan
Link for her profile in our staff - https://en.alkafeel.edu.iq/staff/details/332
Also, many students female or male gets free training after their academic year
In 2023 for example the number of students who got free training in college of pharmacy, statics bellow
Total number of female students = 836
Total number of Male students = 1441
Total number of student students who got free training = 2277
Health and Well-being: The university’s healthcare initiatives provide free medical care to all staff and students, with special attention to the needs of pregnant women. These services ensure that female students can focus on their education without worrying about healthcare costs, promoting their well-being and success.
Making sure at least 10% of all female student participate
At the university of Alkafeel we use UIMS system where student scan QR code to register for attendance, this way we extract statics that we analyze, to make sure that at least 10% of female student participate in different kind of events