Under the patronage of Professor Dr. Waheed Mahmoud Al-Ibrahimi, President of University of Mosul, and under the supervision of Professor Dr. Mohammed Subhi Mustafa Al-Taweel, Director of the Center for Arid Farming and Conservation Agriculture Research organized a workshop entitled “The Role of Women in Agricultural Development and Scientific Research” on Sunday, March 8, 2026. The workshop was held in cooperation with the Department of Studies and Planning / Sustainable Development Unit at the University Presidency and in coordination with the Human Rights Division.

  The workshop lectures were delivered by Agricultural Engineer Baidaa Sadiq Thunoon and Agricultural Engineer Iman Akram Abdul Hakim. The presentations highlighted the pivotal role of women in supporting agricultural development and promoting scientific research, emphasizing their effective contribution to achieving food security and managing agricultural resources.

  The workshop aimed to highlight women as strategic actors in the agricultural sector rather than merely participants in the workforce, especially in light of the climatic and economic challenges facing the region. In many rural communities, women represent the backbone of agricultural development, performing multiple roles including managing agricultural resources, preserving local seeds, and contributing to the economic and food stability of families. These roles give women an important developmental dimension that bridges cultural challenges and economic aspirations.

  The themes of the workshop align with several Sustainable Development Goals, including:

• Goal 1: No Poverty — as agriculture represents the primary source of income in most rural areas.

• Goal 2: Zero Hunger — by increasing agricultural production and strengthening food security for rural households.

• Goal 5: Gender Equality — by empowering women and granting them equal rights to economic resources and land ownership.

• Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth — by recognizing women as active contributors in the agricultural sector and ensuring their professional rights.

• Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production — as women often adopt more sustainable agricultural practices and preserve local crop varieties.

• Goal 13: Climate Action — by enhancing the capacity of rural communities to adapt to climate change and environmental challenges.

  This workshop reflects the commitment of the Center for Arid Farming and Conservation Agriculture Research to supporting the role of women in agricultural development and strengthening their participation in scientific research, thereby contributing to sustainable development and community service.

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