Iraq Business News brings you the latest news on developments & opportunities in education and training in Iraq.
By John Lee. Iraq-focussed Finnish EdTech start-up Corrsy has announced the successful closure of its pre-seed investment round, raising $500,000. According to a press release from the company, "this significant milestone marks the beginning of an exciting journey to transform education in the MENA region through groundbreaking learning experiences." The investment round was led by […]
By John Lee. The British Council has published a landmark study examining the experiences, perceptions and attitudes of 1,268 Iraqi young people aged between 18 and 30. Next Generation Iraq is part of the British Council's Next Generation research programme, aimed at understanding youth perspectives and informing policy and programming to better address their needs. […]
By John Lee. The Private Sector Development Department of Iraq's Ministry of Trade has organised an awareness workshop on artificial intelligence (AI), with participation from employees across the Ministry's departments and companies. According to a statement from the Ministry's media office, the department's Director General, Ibtihal Hashim, stated that the workshop covered the basics of […]
By John Lee. The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has signed an executive agreement with Imperial College London to advance medical education and training. According to the Ministry, the agreement encompasses various elements, including a fellowship program in the United Kingdom, a master's program in the clinical field, curricula development, innovative learning processes, […]
From the International Labour Organization (ILO): Supporting youths in navigating the path to employment through the Job Search Club initiative in Iraq JSCs involve activities that help participants understand their skills and the skills demanded in the labour market. Click here to read the full report.
By John Lee. The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Qatar Foundation, aimed at supporting and enhancing youth skills and training. The agreement was signed at an event to mark the graduation of 4,200 young participants from the inaugural training course in the Kurdistan Region. During the ceremony, […]
The Iraqi Children Foundation is pleased to announce: Our 12th Annual Global "IN THEIR SHOES 5K" to benefit Iraq's most vulnerable children! This year, we are also excited to share something new... For EVERY sign up to our 5K this year, we will give a brand new pair of shoes to an Iraqi child in need. […]
By John Lee. The United Nations (UN) in Iraq has published its Annual Results Report 2023. The United Nations Country Team (UNCT) in Iraq, composed of 23 UN Agencies, Funds and Specialized Programmes, is dedicated to supporting Iraq's journey towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Guided by the principle of Leaving No One Behind, […]
Refugee Education Integration Policy (REIP): Providing inclusive and quality education for all children in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq As of January 2024, there were over 274,000 Syrian refugees in Iraq, most of whom resided in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KR-I). By November 2023, 70 per cent of Syrian refugee children were enrolled in […]
By John Lee. The International Trade Centre (ITC) has organised a tailored training programme providing in-depth insights and practical tools for policymakers who are working to increase Iraq's trade. The training focused on project management and value chain analysis. According to a statement from ITC, participants learned to screen markets, analyze trade indicators, and prioritize […]
By John Lee. Czech-based Clovek v tisni, o.p.s (People in Need, PIN) has won a contract with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for "employment promotion through skills development and vocational training in Kirkuk Governorate." Contract value is stated as $396,021.55. The project aims to provide resilient employment opportunities for vulnerable Iraqis including youth and […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the launch of technological and scientific incubators in universities. Addressing the first conference on technological and scientific incubators, Dr. Naeem Abd Yaser Al-Aboudi said the initiative is a continuation of the government's support for innovation and entrepreneurship, with a view to promoting […]
