Vision Education and Together to Protect Human and the Environment Association have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in education, sustainability, AI and environmental innovation, marking a new step toward empowering youth, educators, and communities across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region to take a leading role in sustainable development.
Together is a leading Iraqi NGO promoting environmental protection, education, and human rights. Accredited by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and ISO 9001:2015 certified, Together operates across Iraq with more than 400 volunteers and active partnerships with UNFPA, OXFAM, FIDA, and Earth Day Network. The organization was honored with the Arab League’s 2023 Child-Friendly Institution Award and has represented Iraqi civil society at global climate conferences including COP27–COP29.
The partnership establishes a framework to design and implement educational programs and awareness campaigns focused on climate change, digital innovation, and sustainable development, integrating the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into teaching, community engagement, and institutional growth.
“This partnership bridges education, sustainability and AI innovation,” said Prof. Dr. Dana Khider Mawlood, CEO of Vision Education. “Together with a respected organization like Together, we are turning learning into action, equipping people with the knowledge and skills to build inclusive, resilient, and environmentally responsible communities.”
“Education is the foundation for change,” added Expert Engineer Saadiyah F. Hassoon, Head of Board of Together Association. “By joining forces with Vision Education, we can amplify our environmental and social impact, empowering Iraq’s youth and educators to become advocates for peace, sustainability, and innovation.”
A Strategic Alliance for Change
The cooperation focuses on key areas, including:
- Educational and training programs on environment, climate resilience, and AI.
- Curriculum and tool development to integrate sustainability and critical thinking into classrooms.
- Youth and women’s empowerment through capacity building and civic engagement projects.
- Advocacy initiatives promoting human rights, peace, and environmental protection.
- Exchange of expertise and joint workshops to strengthen institutional and community capacity.
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Vision Education – Public Relations Office