Baku:The Human Rights Unit at the College of Laser and Optoelectronics Engineering, University of Technology – Iraq, organized an awareness lecture titled “The Right to Education and Equal Academic Opportunities.” The event saw the participation of numerous staff members and personnel, aiming to spread a culture of human rights and promote justice and equality within educational institutions.

According to University of Technology – Iraq, the lecture was delivered by Dr. Akram Shaker Ahmed, Head of the Human Rights Unit. Dr. Ahmed emphasized the importance of equal opportunity in education as a fundamental human right, noting education’s crucial role in societal development and social justice.

Dr. Ahmed highlighted that all individuals should have equal access to educational opportunities without discrimination based on gender, religion, or socioeconomic status. He stressed the importance of providing a fair educational environment that respects students’ rights and ensures equality among them.

The initiative aims to help educational institutions reduce discrimination and reinforce justice and equality principles, thereby safeguarding the right to education for all and contributing to an aware, advanced, and sustainable society. The lecture supports Sustainable Development Goals, including Goal 4 (Quality Education), Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions).