As part of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research’s efforts to promote the values of tolerance and reject extremism and discrimination, the Human Rights Division, in cooperation with the Continuing Education Center at the University of Information Technology and Communications (UoITC), organized an academic awareness seminar entitled “Tolerance and Promoting a Culture of Peaceful Coexistence within the University Community.”

The seminar featured lectures delivered by Asst. Lecturer Israa Abdul-Kareem Hussein, Head of the Human Rights Division, and Dr. Amani Saleh Zenad, a faculty member of the Women’s Affairs Division.
The lectures addressed the concepts of tolerance and peaceful coexistence, highlighting the fundamental principles for creating a university environment that respects intellectual, cultural, and social diversity.

The seminar aimed to raise awareness of the importance of tolerance and peaceful coexistence and contribute to building a safe, inclusive, and cooperative university community founded on mutual respect, understanding, and the rejection of hate speech.

The speakers also explored key approaches to fostering these values, including encouraging constructive dialogue, combating bullying and discrimination, developing emotional intelligence and conflict-resolution skills, and strengthening the principles of citizenship and shared responsibility among students.

The seminar further highlighted the role of university faculty members as educational and ethical role models in promoting a culture of respect and acceptance of differing opinions. It also emphasized the importance of ensuring fairness in dealing with students and managing discussions and disagreements with a sense of responsibility, professionalism, and objectivity.