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In response to the invitation of the Human Rights Council of the United Nations General Assembly, East Gate for Sustainable Development participated in the 55th session of the Council from March 15 to April 5, 2024 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland.
Under the auspices of the Presidency of the Nineveh Governorate Council, and in a first step among the councils of Iraq's governorates, the East Gate Organization for Sustainable Development, which specializes in institutional development, research and studies, held a focused training workshop led by local government formation experts Engineer Aqeel Muslim and Engineer Raad Ahmed on: (Basic functions of local governments between responsibilities, powers and challenges) for ladies and gentlemen members of the Nineveh Governorate Council on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 in Mosul.
Today, 10/24/2023, the Private Health Services Forum in Nineveh opened its work at the University of Mosul Theater in the presence of the representative of His Excellency the Minister of Health, the Chairman of the Parliamentary Health and Environment Committee, and the Secretary General of the House of Representatives, in addition to the President of the University of Nineveh, Dr. Osama Al-Mashhadani, and the President of the University of Mosul, Dr. Qas Kamal Al-Ahmadi. Mr. Assistant President of the University of Mosul for Administrative Affairs, Mr. Assistant President of the University of Mosul for Scientific Affairs, Mr. Ali Al-Tamimi, representative of the Director General of the Department of Non-Governmental Organizations in the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers, and Mr. Mayor of Mosul Saleh Al-Jubouri. The Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Hans Sande, and guests from Germany, representatives of companies, investors, clergy, officials, and a number of college deans.
A workshop at the College of Pharmacy on developing medical logistics services and its impact on improving the efficiency of medical treatment, in which both M.D. participated. Rana Mumtaz Raouf from the College of Medicine, University of Mosul, Ahmed Salem Mahmoud from the Director of the Immediate Ambulance Division, and A.M.D. Adel Muhammad Al-Taie from the Department of Business Administration at the University of Mosul. The workshop addressed how the major shortage of ambulances can be filled, how the problem of the delayed arrival of ambulances due to traffic congestion can be solved, and the services that the private sector can provide in the field of transporting patients or transporting medicines in a healthy and safe manner. The possibility of providing mobile and home health services, and the limits of these services from a health perspective. The participants recommended the necessity of ensuring rapid access to ambulances by distributing ambulances to places distributed in various neighborhoods of the city. In addition to obligating private hospitals to provide a number of ambulances in order to fill the acute shortage of them in the city.
Based on a generous invitation from the **Arab Leadership Foundation** based in Beirut to the President of the East Gate for Sustainable Development, Mr. Yahya Abed Mahgoob, to attend the Executive Leadership Forum in Baghdad on Sunday 2/6/2024 as a keynote speaker in the entrepreneurship session, as his speech focused on the need to support and promote the private sector and nurture entrepreneurs to innovate economic solutions and demonstrate the efforts of East Gate trainers in upgrading the work of entrepreneurs, industrialists and traders in Iraq.
Participation of the Chairman of the East Gate Center in the Rafidain Forum 2022 "The World is Changing", The fourth edition of the forum was held with the participation of 33 countries and in cooperation with 20 research and strategic studies centers from different countries of the world, and under the media sponsorship of 15 satellite channels and media institutions, and financial sponsorship from a group of Iraqi non-governmental commercial and economic institutions.
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A new and important study has been issued by the East Gate Center on thermal insulation in building and construction materials, entitled "The Importance of Thermal Insulation in Iraq". This study provides an in-depth analysis of how to improve energy efficiency in Iraqi buildings through thermal insulation, focusing on three main axes: reducing energy consumption, improving thermal comfort, and reducing carbon emissions. The study indicates that the use of insulation materials such as fiberglass and foam can significantly contribute to reducing cooling and heating costs, which enhances environmental sustainability. To achieve these goals, the study proposes the following recommendations: Promoting the use of effective insulation materials: Encouraging the use of highly efficient insulation materials such as fiberglass and mineral wool to improve the thermal performance of buildings. Improving building design: Adopting architectural designs that contribute to reducing heat loss, such as using double-glazed windows and natural ventilation. Community awareness: Spreading awareness about the benefits of thermal insulation and its importance in reducing energy consumption and preserving the environment. Supporting government policies: Developing government policies that support the use of thermal insulation in new buildings and providing incentives for existing buildings to adopt these solutions. Investing in Research and Development: Supporting research and development in the field of thermal insulation materials and technologies to improve their efficiency and reduce their cost. These recommendations aim to create a more efficient and sustainable residential environment in Iraq, which contributes to achieving economic savings and environmental protection.
This study provides an in-depth analysis of the obstacles to foreign investment in Iraq, which are related to three main areas: the security and political situation, the level of corruption, and the legal, administrative, and service challenges. The report indicates the fragility of security and political stability and the prevalence of corruption, creating an unfavorable environment for investment. Additionally, administrative procedures are characterized by complexity and high costs, which further complicates attracting foreign investments to Iraq. To improve the climate for foreign investment in Iraq, the study suggests the following recommendations: Enhancing Security and Political Stability: The government should work to improve the security and political conditions by combating terrorism and strengthening political stability to ensure a safer environment for investors. Combating Corruption: Implementing rigorous reform programs to combat corruption and enhance transparency in all aspects of government and companies, which would help build trust among foreign investors. Simplifying Administrative Procedures: Developing policies and legal procedures to facilitate investment processes and reduce bureaucracy. This includes easing registration and licensing procedures and lowering associated fees. Improving Infrastructure and Services: Investing in the improvement of essential infrastructure such as roads, electricity, and communication services, in addition to developing necessary logistics services to support investments. Providing Incentives for Foreign Investment: Offering attractive financial and tax incentives to attract foreign investors, such as tax reductions on investments in specific sectors or priority areas. These recommendations aim to create a more attractive and competitive investment environment in Iraq, contributing to sustainable economic growth.
Air pollution resulting from human activity is one of the most serious consequences of environmental pollution in general and industrial development in particular. This pollution poses a serious threat to both public health and the environment. In 2016, the World Health Organisation (WHO) issued an air quality model that states that 91% of the world's population lives in areas that do not comply with the annual concentration guidelines for fine pollutants in the air around them. Pollution includes substances such as sulphates, nitrates, ammonia, mineral dust and carbon, and reducing exposure to these harmful pollutants to minimise harm to public health is a priority for individuals and governments alike.
As part of the Private Health Services Forum Agenda, a workshop was held on the importance of health insurance packages on the health reality in Iraq
A workshop at the College of Dentistry on the importance of medical training on the use of modern devices. Eng. Amer Abdullah Jameel, from the Future Care Company for Medical Devices, Mosul branch, and A.M.D. participated in it. Muhammad Sabah Girgis from the Medical Syndicate, and Dr. Zaid Hisham Al-Sawaf from the Department of Medical Device Engineering at the Northern Technical University. The workshop addressed the most prominent challenges facing the use of modern devices in medical treatment, the importance of increasing the use of modern devices in medical treatment by doctors, and working to provide training on modern medical devices, in addition to Investing in purchasing modern medical devices and providing the necessary services accompanying the use of modern medical devices, as participants recommended the need to oblige medical device companies to train doctors in using modern devices within any contract to equip health institutions with them. In addition to equipping medical college laboratories with modern equipment used in teaching and training students.
East Gate Organization for Sustainable Development and Al-Mosul Center for Culture and Science recently held a three-day training course on public relations and communication programs for NGO leaders in Nineveh from 15 to 17 August 2023. Under the auspices of the NGOs Directorate – Ministers Council General Secretariat.
Throughout the workshop, participants received hands-on training about the seven elements of the marketing mix - Product, Place, Price, People, Promotion, Process, and Physical Evidence. It was a detailed study of these essential marketing facets, offering a unique blend of theoretical understanding and practical applications.
The workshop discussed the development of preventive dental health care services, especially for young people and the elderly, the obstacles facing the use of modern devices in the field of dentistry, how private investment can be employed in developing dental services, and the importance of integrated dental complexes in increasing the possibilities of using modern devices. The participants recommended the necessity of cooperating with private clinics and medical complexes in training dental college students in exchange for providing customs exemptions on the medical devices they import and tax reductions.
A workshop at the College of Pharmacy on developing medical logistics services and its impact on improving the efficiency of medical treatment, in which both M.D. participated. Rana Mumtaz Raouf from the College of Medicine, University of Mosul, Ahmed Salem Mahmoud from the Director of the Immediate Ambulance Division, and A.M.D. Adel Muhammad Al-Taie from the Department of Business Administration at the University of Mosul. The workshop addressed how the major shortage of ambulances can be filled, how the problem of the delayed arrival of ambulances due to traffic congestion can be solved, and the services that the private sector can provide in the field of transporting patients or transporting medicines in a healthy and safe manner. The possibility of providing mobile and home health services, and the limits of these services from a health perspective. The participants recommended the necessity of ensuring rapid access to ambulances by distributing ambulances to places distributed in various neighborhoods of the city. In addition to obligating private hospitals to provide a number of ambulances in order to fill the acute shortage of them in the city.
The closing session of the Private Health Services Forum in Nineveh, which was held by the East Gate Organization for Sustainable Development, Al Mosul Center for Culture and Science and the University of Mosul for the period 24-26/10/2023, witnessed a dialogue session in which Prof. Dr. Munir Salem Al-Badrani, Scientific Assistant to the President of the University of Mosul, spoke about the university's role in preparing medical staff, while Dr. Mansour Maarouf, Director General of the Nineveh Health Department, spoke about the challenges facing the Nineveh Health Department, and Dr. Sarmad Zuhair Al-Nuaimi addressed in his speech the importance of private health institutions in Supporting the health sector, and one of the participants was Mr. Ahmed Khatatbeh, Director of Health Insurance at Kar Insurance Company, where he discussed the benefits of health insurance, and the last speaker was Mr. Yahya Abed Mahjoub, President of the East Gate Organization for Sustainable Development, who spoke about the role of research centers in charting the future development paths of the country in various fields.
Participation of the Chairman of the East Gate Center in the Rafidain Forum 2022 "The World is Changing", The fourth edition of the forum was held with the participation of 33 countries and in cooperation with 20 research and strategic studies centers from different countries of the world, and under the media sponsorship of 15 satellite channels and media institutions, and financial sponsorship from a group of Iraqi non-governmental commercial and economic institutions.
After that, 12 workshops were conducted in the faculties of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and nursing, as a result of which a number of recommendations were reached
Under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Dr. Nabil Kazem Abdul Sahib, and the supervision of Professor Dr. Qusay Kamal Al-Din Al-Ahmedi, the President of the University of Mosul, the conference aims to explore the various aspects of human capital in Iraq and its role in maintenance, upgrading, and development.
The opening session of the Private Health Services Forum in Nineveh, which was held by the East Gate Organization for Sustainable Development, Al Mosul Center for Culture and Science and the University of Mosul for the period 24-26 / 10 / 2023, witnessed a theatrical performance on the importance of health insurance in which a group of students and professors of the Faculty of Fine Arts participated, namely Omar Akram Mohamed, Marwa Mahmoud Mohamed, Ahmed Elias Khader, Reem Waad Wadie, Mustafa Hamed Ibrahim, Sarah Ashraf Mowafaq, Nour Anwar Mohammed, Azhar Haitham Watheq, Wissam Mahmoud Nader, Mustafa Khaled Jamal, and Taif Omar Talal, And Mustafa Ali Abdullah, the preparation of the play was supervised by the Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, Prof. Dr. Nashat Mubarak Sliwa, and the Head of the Department of Performing arts, Assistant Professor Dr. Omar Muhammad Jandari, and the play was presented by the teacher Saddam Salem Hanna, while the lighting engineering was managed by the teacher Sinan Azhar Abdullah.
Today, 10/24/2023, the Private Health Services Forum in Nineveh opened its work at the University of Mosul Theater in the presence of the representative of His Excellency the Minister of Health, the Chairman of the Parliamentary Health and Environment Committee, and the Secretary General of the House of Representatives, in addition to the President of the University of Nineveh, Dr. Osama Al-Mashhadani, and the President of the University of Mosul, Dr. Qas Kamal Al-Ahmadi. Mr. Assistant President of the University of Mosul for Administrative Affairs, Mr. Assistant President of the University of Mosul for Scientific Affairs, Mr. Ali Al-Tamimi, representative of the Director General of the Department of Non-Governmental Organizations in the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers, and Mr. Mayor of Mosul Saleh Al-Jubouri. The Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Hans Sande, and guests from Germany, representatives of companies, investors, clergy, officials, and a number of college deans.
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