On February 14, 2019, Tishk International University received an appreciation letter from International Organization of Migration for contribution and supporting the ride on bike marathon.

The delegation of IOM was Mr. Nicolas, HILL Programme Coordinator and Mr. Avand Hassan, Public Information Officer, they were welcomed by Dr. Wasfi Kahwachi, Admin. & VicenVice President, Mr. Sarhang Othman and Mr. Ahmad Nadhmi.

During the meeting Mr. Nicolas thanked Tishk International University for their support and contribution in the event and also he mentioned about the importance of these kind of events for diversity and showing a beautiful image of Erbil city.

In other Side Dr. Wasfi Kahwachi warmly welcomed them and promised to collaborate more future cooperation between the two side for upcoming events and also they planned to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the two sides to work more together in the future. At the end Dr. Wasfi received a letter of Appreciation from Mr. Nicolas.

On November 30, 2018, Erbil was totally different, more than 250 bike riders crossed the finish line this afternoon at the Ride on! #Erbil International Bike Marathon to support UNITY in DIVERSITY. Participants included a member of Parliament, Dashni Morad, professional cyclists, local community members, displaced Iraqis, Syrian refugees, members of minority groups, UN Compound staff and university students.

Tishk International University glad for being a part of this amazing project by supporting the project, and motivating the students to participate and also being a part of the organizing committee.

35 volunteers of the organizing team was from Tishk International University, supported the riders and helped the organizers to make the event success