Regional Studies Center \/ Continuing Education Unit, in cooperation with the Studies and Planning Department \/ Sustainable Development Unit, and within the activities of the Center\u2019s Women\u2019s Affairs Committee, alongside the Women\u2019s Affairs Unit of the Presidency of the University of Mosul, and in implementation of the Third National Action Plan for Women, Peace and Security (Cultural Awareness Pillar), organized a seminar titled: \u201cFrom Institutional Dysfunction to Good Governance: Institutional Reform as a Pillar for Combating Violence Against Women\u201d, on February 25, 2026.<\/p>\n
The seminar, organized by the Women\u2019s Affairs Committee at the Center, was delivered by Assist. Lect. Ula Mumtaz Ismail and attended by a number of researchers, academics, and individuals interested in gender issues and institutional reform.<\/p>\n
The seminar addressed the concept of institutional dysfunction and its impact on weakening legal and social protection mechanisms for women. It emphasized that addressing violence against women cannot be achieved solely through legal instruments; rather, it requires comprehensive institutional reform grounded in the principles of good governance, including transparency, accountability, the rule of law, and institutional efficiency. The discussion also underscored the importance of integrating legislative frameworks, public policies, and community empowerment programs to help build a safe and supportive environment for women.<\/p>\n
In linking the topic to the global development agenda, the seminar highlighted its alignment with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:<\/p>\n
Goal 5: Gender Equality \u2013 by advocating for the elimination of all forms of violence against women and girls and promoting their full and effective participation in state and societal institutions.<\/p>\n
Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities \u2013 by addressing structural imbalances that perpetuate discrimination and violence.<\/p>\n
Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions \u2013 by emphasizing the need to build effective, accountable institutions capable of enforcing the law and protecting rights.<\/p>\n
The presentation noted that institutional reform represents a strategic entry point for achieving sustainable development in societies emerging from crises or experiencing structural imbalances. Empowering and protecting women, it stressed, are fundamental components of strengthening social stability and fostering a culture of community peace.<\/p>\n
This seminar forms part of the Regional Studies Center\u2019s ongoing efforts to support research related to reform and good governance, contributing to the achievement of sustainable development goals and reinforcing the role of academic institutions in serving society.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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