College of Languages, UOD | May, 2026 | University Press Office (UNPO) —
As part of its strategic commitment to cultural heritage preservation, community awareness, and international academic cooperation, the University of Duhok hosted an educational seminar at the College of Languages focusing on the protection and sustainability of cultural heritage, particularly the heritage of minority communities, ON May 14, 2026.

Seminar Focus: Preserving Cultural Identity

The seminar was delivered by Dr. Zhiyar Sedeeq Ramadan, Head of the Department of Archaeology, College of Humanities, who addressed the importance of safeguarding cultural identity and preserving historical heritage in the face of contemporary social and environmental challenges.

The session highlighted:

• Protection of tangible and intangible cultural heritage
• The role of universities in heritage awareness
• Supporting heritage-related academic research
• Preserving the cultural identity of minority communities

TRANSITION Project and International Cooperation

The seminar was organized within the framework of the TRANSITION Project, an international academic initiative dedicated to:

• Strengthening institutional capacities in cultural heritage preservation
• Promoting interdisciplinary academic cooperation
• Supporting post-conflict heritage protection
• Enhancing awareness of minority heritage and cultural diversity

The project aligns closely with UOD’s Strategic Plan (2023–2038), particularly in the areas of:

• Internationalization and global partnerships
• Sustainable development
• Community engagement
• Research and innovation

Student and Academic Participation

The seminar witnessed active participation from faculty members and students of the College of Languages, reflecting growing academic interest in:

• Archaeology and cultural sustainability
• Intercultural dialogue

Participants also exchanged ideas and perspectives on how academic institutions can contribute to protecting heritage and transmitting cultural memory to future generations.

Strengthening UOD’s Regional Academic Role

Through initiatives such as the TRANSITION Project, the University of Duhok continues to reinforce its role as a regional academic leader in:

• Cultural heritage preservation
• International academic collaboration
• Intercultural understanding

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University Press Office, May 21, 2026
Reported by: Fatima Mahmood Ali

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