Publication of SDG reports
The following are the results of the AlAmal College for Specialized Medical Sciences specialist committee's study of the university's most recent accomplishments and future objectives in relation to the SDGs listed in the THE Impact Rankings methodology 2024:
SDG1- No poverty: Hundreds of students from low-income households have requested financial aid. Furthermore, through its collaboration with the Al-Ayn Social Care Foundation charity, which has been operating internationally and has been registered as an NGO in Iraq since 2006, the university provided financial aid to tens of students so that they could complete their degrees at the university. Without any distinction, both men and women were included in this. The university has also formed a committee to reduce education fees, and the university has reduced education fees for many families with limited income in the Karbala Governorate.
SDG2- Zero hunger: Each year, financial aid is given to a number of pupils. Additionally, as part of its general policy to assist low-income students, the university has a plan to fund the food services offered on campus. The university also provided lunch for orphaned children and families with limited income.
SDG3- Good health and well-being. To combat radioactive pollution in Basra Governorate and air pollution, dust storms, their causes, damage and treatment, drug addiction, intellectual security in the health field, drugs are a scourge that destroys the security of the country, autism spectrum and drugs and their health, psychological, and social impact offer the greatest medical care to the larger community, and collaboration with regional and international organizations is continuing. Over 80% of graduates in the field of health are anticipated the following year.
SDG4- Quality education: The University keeps its laboratories up to date with the latest standards. On the other hand, the number of graduates and projected graduates who possess strong academic and intellectual credentials in every area of the university is encouraging. With the implementation of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), the university obtained ISO certificates.
SDG5- Gender equality: The University continuously monitors each student's application, enrollment, academic progress, and degree completion without regard to a student's gender.
SDG6- Clean water and sanitation: A number of academic staff members at the university have developed a future research plan to investigate the effects of proper water supply, sanitation, and hygiene on human life, agriculture, and aquaculture in the Karbala governorate.
SDG7- Affordable and clean energy: The University has looked at a study strategy to identify sustainable energy options, such as solar energy, which can lower CO2 emissions and, subsequently, its impact on climate change.
SDG8- Decent work and economic growth: The University offers competitive pay rates with intensives and steadily expands the number of employment prospects within the institution without engaging in gender discrimination.
SDG9- Industry, innovation, and infrastructure: Building a contemporary hospital that will take advantage of the expertise acquired by university graduates in its relevant institutes is part of the university's continual effort to upgrade its infrastructure in the health sector.
SDG10- Reduced inequalities: Each year, a sizable number of men and women enroll at the university to begin their degrees. The University, on the other hand, does not discriminate based on gender and actively encourages women to participate fully in campus life as both students and members of the academic staff and employees.
SDG11- Sustainable cities and communities: The University opens its buildings, libraries, and other facilities to the public. Additionally, mentorship provided by the university to people who request it is always appreciated in order to raise the standard of both life and city services.
SDG12- Responsible consumption and production: The University is paying close attention to how the University's ethical food sources are being used. We also take into account dangerous items and food waste.
SDG13- Climate action: A study strategy has been developed to monitor and assess the low-carbon energy utilized by the institution, which is anticipated to be a relatively small amount. This can, however, allow other organizations to gain from the university's study that tracks and addresses the city's carbon pollution. The University has hosted a number of free training seminars:
● Energy saving.
● Energy investment toward sustainable development in the governorate of Karbala.
● Radioactive pollution in the Basra Governorate and air pollution.
● Its impact on climate change and how to reduce emissions through energy subsidies.
● Dust storms, their causes, damage, and treatment.
● Crisis and disaster management.
SDG14-Life: below water: The University intends to provide educational programs to raise community understanding of the management/conservation of water (including irrigation), fisheries (including damaging fishing methods), aquaculture, and tourism. This will be done in partnership with other local institutions.
SDG15- Life on land: The University is eager to offer a research proposal on the campus's sustainable food production and land use. The aforementioned research plan will also include examining the fascinating habitats.
SDG16- Peace, justice, and strong institutions: The University wants to instill in its students the values of peace, fairness, and the significance of creating solid institutions. Therefore, having a vibrant student union is crucial. This calls for periodical elections and adherence to all pertinent directives and regulations from the Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
SDG17- Partnerships for the goals: The University has conducted several partnerships with local and international institutions and organizations to collaborate on poverty, health, and educational goals. This implies, some but not all, the Al-Ayen Social Care Foundation charity, which has been registered as an NGO in Iraq since 2006 and has an international activity, University of Karbala, Karbala Agriculture Directorate; the Basra Environment Directorate, Karbala health directorate. The expansion of coordination with more institutions is essential to accelerate the achievement of best SDG practices.
