Students from the Departments of Law and International Relations and Diplomacy Conduct a Scientific Visit to the Rwanga Foundation
On Thursday, November 12, 2026, third-stage students from the Departments of Law and International Relations and Diplomacy at Cihan University–Erbil conducted a joint scientific and field visit to the headquarters of the Rwanga Foundation in Erbil, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Saman Hassan Ali.
Upon arrival, the student delegation was received by Mr. Issa Basharati, Head of the Education and Training Department at the foundation. Following his welcoming remarks, he provided an overview of the foundation’s history and legal status, outlining its administrative structure, departments, and branches across the governorates of the Kurdistan Region.
Continuing his presentation, Mr. Basharati highlighted the foundation’s main objectives, strategic projects, and activities across several vital sectors. In particular, he discussed its environmental initiatives, support for afforestation projects, and programmes aimed at raising awareness of sustainable development.
He also explained that the foundation implements a range of educational and training programmes, including literacy courses, talent development initiatives, and vocational training. In addition, he highlighted its community health awareness activities.
At the end of the presentation, Mr. Basharati accompanied the students on a tour of the foundation’s departments, allowing them to observe its operations and gain first-hand insight into its activities across various sectors in the Kurdistan Region.
It is worth noting that the Rwanga Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization committed to creating a world in which quality education is accessible to all. Through strategic planning, the foundation seeks to advance the cultural and educational development of individuals and families while fostering a healthy environment for coexistence.
Officially launched in September 2013, the Rwanga Foundation implements projects and activities across Iraq through four core sectors: Education, Youth, Environment, and Vulnerable Groups.
