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A delegation from the Center for Kufa Studies, headed by Professor Dr. Hasanein Jaber Al-Helou, Director of the Center, along with a number of professors and researchers, visited the Center of heritage revival on the morning of Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The delegation was received by Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad. During the meeting, both parties discussed the organization of joint scientific activities, including the planning of seminars, conferences, and collaborative scientific and cultural events in the future. These efforts aim to foster the exchange of expertise, advance knowledge, and build bridges of academic cooperation between researchers and scholars. The visit concluded with the presentation of a copy of the Center for Kufa Studies Scientific Journal to the Center—an initiative reflecting mutual appreciation and a shared commitment to strengthening future collaboration. Dr. Hussein expressed his gratitude to the visiting delegation and wished them continued success and prosperity.

The center of heritage revival organizes a seminar entitled “Al-Mustansiriya School: A Unique Model in Islamic Education.”

Under the supervision of Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad ,the Center organized a seminar on the morning of Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The event was held in the lecture hall of Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood and was entitled “Al-Mustansiriya School: A Unique Model in Islamic Education.”The lecture was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Zainab Jamal Nawroz, a faculty member at our Center. She discussed the founding of Al-Mustansiriya School in Baghdad in the year 631 AH (1234 CE) by the Abbasid Caliph Al-Mustansir Billah. The school became one of the greatest educational institutions of its time, notable for teaching all Islamic jurisprudential schools of thought, making it a symbol of intellectual plurality and academic openness during its era.

What distinguished the Mustansiriya School was the comprehensiveness of its curriculum. It went beyond teaching jurisprudence and Islamic law to encompass various branches of science. Architecturally, the school stood out with its functional and artistic elegance, contributing richly to the scientific and cultural legacy of Islamic civilization.The lecturer added that the administrative and instructional systems at Al-Mustansiriya were advanced for their time, with scheduled class sessions and the issuance of academic certificates upon graduation—an early example of organized educational structure, reflecting the intellectual advancement of the Abbasid state.To this day, Al-Mustansiriya remains a source of pride for the Islamic world, representing a civilizational and educational legacy and serving as an inspiring model for educational institutions past and present.

The center of heritage revival organizes a workshop “Homosexuality: Mental Illness or Deviation from Values – Causes and Methods of Treatment.”

Under the supervision of Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, our Center organized an off-schedule workshop on the morning of Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., attended by a number of academic professors. The event took place in the lecture hall of Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood, under the title: “Homosexuality: Mental Illness or Deviation from Values – Causes and Methods of Treatment.” The lecture was delivered by Dr. Juman Adnan Hussein, a faculty member at our Center, who addressed the topic of homosexuality as a complex phenomenon influenced by interwoven biological, psychological, and social factors. She explained that while some societies have come to accept homosexuality and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, others reject it based on religious or cultural grounds. Dr. Hussein emphasized that a deep and scientific understanding of the issue is essential in order to discuss it rationally and respectfully, with the aim of protecting society and its members from the impact of this phenomenon.

She noted the historical background of how homosexuality was classified in diagnostic manuals, pointing out that it was considered a psychological disorder until the 1970s, when this classification was changed based on evolving scientific and societal standards. The workshop included discussions on the potential causes of such behavior, including family disintegration, poor upbringing, and psychological experiences in childhood. Treatment approaches discussed ranged from psychological counseling and family support to moral and ethical reorientation.

The lecturer concluded with a set of key recommendations, most notably the need to enhance psychological and family awareness, balance scientific understanding with moral values when addressing social phenomena, and intensify specialized research to confront intellectual and behavioral challenges that affect the fabric of society. At the conclusion of the event, the Center’s Director thanked the lecturer, wishing her continued success in serving Baghdad University and great Iraq.

Professor Dr. Wasan Hussein Muhimid, from the Department of Human Studies at our Center, delivered an online lecture titled: “A Journey with Father Anastas Mari Al-Karmali” .The lecture was hosted by the Learning Journey Iraq Project Organization based in London, via Zoom, on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 9:00 PM Baghdad time. In the lecture, Dr. Wasan discussed the biographical, academic, and professional journey of Father Anastas, as well as his intellectual contributions and perspectives on folk heritage, concluding with a reflection on his passing. At the end of the session, Dr. Qais Al-Obaidi, the Head of the Organization, extended gratitude to Dr. Wasan and all attendees, expressing hope for her continued success and future participation in other scholarly lectures.

On the morning of Monday, May 19, 2025, Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, held a meeting with the academic and administrative staff in Professor Nabeela Abdul-Munim Dawood Hall.This meeting came within the framework of strengthening institutional communication and following up on developments in academic and administrative work . At the beginning of the meeting, the Director emphasized the importance of integrating efforts among the various teams within the Center in order to achieve the set goals. The meeting witnessed a fruitful discussion among the attendees, during which a number of initiatives and proposals were presented to support the Center’s scientific mission and outline strategic plans.

Heritage Revival Center Organizes a Seminar  “ Literary Salons Between Heritage and Modernity.”

                Under the supervision of Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, the Center organized a seminar on Monday, May 19, 2025, in Professor Nabeela Abdul-Munim Dawood Hall, entitled:”Literary Salons Between Heritage and Modernity.”The lecture was presented by Dr. Liqaa Amer Ashour, a member in the Center. She explained that literary salons are cultural and social spaces that bring together intellectuals, thinkers, and writers to exchange views and engage in discussions on issues related to literature, thought, and art. She highlighted the historical development of these salons, from their emergence during classical Islamic and Arab eras, through the Arab Renaissance, and into their modern forms. The researcher emphasized the importance of using technology intelligently to organize digital salons that combine authenticity and modernity, as well as encouraging youth to participate in these spaces to develop their intellectual and communication skills. She also noted the role of women in strengthening the management and activation of these salons, as they played a significant historical role in the past.

Sponsored by the ministry of culture ,tourism and Antiquities in cooperation with  the French Institute and the Goethe Institute in Iraq, with the presence of the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, the general directors, a number of members of parliament, and representatives of foreign embassies, Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, participated in the (Tigris Nights Films) Festival, which was held on the grounds of the Abbasid Palace, where short Iraqi, German, and French films were shown that deal with the idea of ​​peace and violence in society.that was happened on Tuesday 13^thof May 2025. He expressed his interest in this festival because of its ancient heritage importance.

Under the direct assignment of Professor Dr. Alaa Nafie Jassim,( Director of the Center), the Center’s Media and Government Communication Unit organized an awareness campaign on Wednesday ,April 30^TH , 2025, to define autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the university’s campuses. The campaign explained to students how to help those affected by the condition, how to cooperate with them, and how to guide them to departments and specialties related to the autism spectrum disorder

Under the supervision by prof, D. Alaa Nafea Jasim (the director of the center) , the center of heritage revival / university of Baghdad organizes scientific symposium) entitled (The leadership of clinical psychology and its impact on mental health care between heritage and modernity)in Nabila A. Dawood hall in the center on Wednesday 23^rd/4/2025 he lecture was delivered by Assistant Professor Dr. Ashraf Muwaffaq Falih, Head of the Department of Clinical Psychology, Imam Jaafar Al-Sadiq University (PBUH). He spoke about the psychological reality in Iraq resulting from the accumulation of wars, displacement, conflicts and poverty, and the resulting significant increase in the rates of psychological disorders, most notably: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and depression. He pointed out that these phenomena have become a real challenge to development and societal stability. He also emphasized that the clinical psychologist is the scientifically and professionally qualified element to conduct accurate assessments, provide effective non-drug therapeutic interventions and contribute to the formulation of national policies for mental health. He also pointed out that the Iraqi health system suffers from a severe shortage of psychological cadres, which requires the integration of clinical psychology graduates into the treatment team to fill the growing gap in psychological services, especially in light of the increasing need for specialized psychological care. Dr. Haider Kamel Mahdi, Head of the Department of Behavioral Rehabilitation for Autism, Imam Jaafar Al-Sadiq University (PBUH), spoke about the growing importance of mental health globally, especially in the Iraqi context, which suffers from complex psychological crises as a result of wars, terrorism, and displacement. He added that clinical psychology and the role of the clinical specialist in assessment, diagnosis, and specialized psychological treatment, stressing the difference between it and psychological counseling. He also touched on the vital role of specialists in preventing psychological disorders, supporting those affected by crises, and promoting general mental health, emphasizing the importance of integration between mental and physical health. The symposium concluded with a research paper by the lecturer, Dr. Marwa Jamil Ahmed, College of Medicine, University of Baghdad, presenting recommendations, including developing laws, expanding the powers of the psychologist and their role in official institutions, supporting clinical specialties, combating societal stigma, and encouraging scientific research in the psychological field. In conclusion, the Director of the Center thanked the researchers, wishing them continued success