By: College Media Department
The Women’s Affairs Unit at Al-Qadisiyah Polytechnic College, a constituent of Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University, in collaboration with the Department of Health Management Technologies, held a workshop titled “Women and the Private Sector: Towards a Fairer Working Environment.” This initiative aligns with the implementation of the National Strategy to Combat Violence Against Women, specifically under the Protection and Prevention pillar (Paragraph Five).
The workshop was presented by Assistant Lecturers Ahlam Mirza, Wijdan Jabs, Amal Sawadi, and Zainab Youssef, with a number of students in attendance.
The sessions addressed the current status of women’s participation in the private sector and the importance of their economic and professional empowerment in achieving sustainable development. Discussions also covered the concepts of justice and equal opportunity in the workplace, alongside challenges facing women in this sector, such as the gender pay gap, limited promotion opportunities, and various social and organizational barriers.
Furthermore, the workshop highlighted the role of institutions and corporations in adopting supportive policies for women by providing a safe working environment and implementing flexible policies that foster a work-life balance. It also emphasized the necessity of developing women’s professional and leadership skills to enhance their presence across diverse economic fields.
The workshop concluded by underscoring the vital role of legislation and laws in protecting the rights of working women and promoting equality within institutions. A series of recommendations were proposed to help build a more equitable and inclusive work environment that supports women’s participation and reinforces their active role in economic and social development.