The College of Administration and Economics at the University of Karbala welcomed the ministerial delegation overseeing the National Afforestation Campaign in celebration of National Afforestation Day. The official visit aimed to strengthen afforestation efforts and expand green spaces within educational institutions.
The ministerial delegation was accompanied by the University’s Assistant President for Administrative and Financial Affairs, Assistant Professor Dr. Jassim Aidan Barak Al-Mamouri, who played a key role in supporting and promoting this important environmental initiative. He actively participated in tree planting alongside the ministerial delegation and college staff, reflecting the university’s commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development.
The delegation was received by the Dean of the College of Administration and Economics, Assistant Professor Dr. Hashim Jabbar Al-Husseini, along with several faculty members, staff, and students. They warmly welcomed the visit, which highlights the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research’s dedication to supporting environmental initiatives within Iraqi universities.
During the visit, the delegation took a field tour of the university campus, where they examined the designated afforestation areas and received a detailed briefing on the college’s plan to expand green spaces. The discussion emphasized the role of afforestation in enhancing the university environment and fostering environmental awareness among students.
In his speech at the event, Assistant Professor Dr. Jassim Aidan Barak Al-Mamouri stressed the importance of such initiatives in promoting environmental sustainability. He highlighted the University of Karbala’s ongoing commitment to adopting green projects that contribute to a healthy and sustainable educational environment. He also commended the efforts of the College of Administration and Economics in successfully implementing this national campaign, urging the continuation of such vital environmental activities.
The ministerial delegation praised the college’s administration and staff for their dedication to the afforestation campaign. They emphasized that increasing green spaces within universities is a key environmental priority, as it improves the climate, reduces pollution, and enhances the overall aesthetic appeal of the campus.
Faculty members, students, and staff participating in the event expressed their enthusiasm and appreciation for this initiative, reaffirming the importance of afforestation in creating a cleaner and more beautiful environment while fostering a sense of environmental responsibility among students.
This event is part of a series of environmental activities organized by the College of Administration and Economics – University of Karbala, aligning with its commitment to sustainable development and environmental awareness among students and faculty members.
