February 15, 2026 – Tishk International University had the honor of visiting the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, where the delegation was warmly welcomed by Kwestan Mohammed, Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, along with the General Directorates of the Kurdistan Regional Government.


TIU Delegation

The University delegation was led by:

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Idris Hadi Saleh, Head of the Board of Trustees

  • Prof. Dr. Mehmet Özdemir, Vice President of the University

  • Mr. Dana Shamsaddin, Head of the International Relations Office


Memorandum of Understanding Signed

During the meeting, both sides signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing cooperation in the fields of:

Focus Area Description
Education Collaborative academic programs and knowledge exchange
Training Workforce development and professional skills enhancement
Community Development Social initiatives and public service projects

The agreement reflects a shared commitment to strengthening collaboration between academic institutions and government sectors, particularly in supporting workforce development and social initiatives in the Kurdistan Region.


Building Partnerships for Sustainable Development

This visit and the signing of the MOU underscore the importance of fostering strong partnerships between higher education institutions and governmental organizations to serve society and support sustainable development in the Kurdistan Region.

Keywords: Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, MOU Signing, Tishk International University, Kwestan Mohammed, Workforce Development, Community Development, Government Partnership, Higher Education Collaboration, Kurdistan Region, Sustainable Development