Activities

As part of efforts to raise health awareness and promote womens health during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a dedicated awareness seminar was held in collaboration with the Penjwen Womens Union at the Penjwen Education Hall. The seminar focused on the causes of breast cancer, its early signs and symptoms, preventive measures, and the importance of early detection, which plays a key role in improving treatment outcomes and saving the lives of those affected. At the conclusion of the event, practical preliminary breast examinations were conducted by qualified specialists for a number of the women in attendance. The activity aimed to help them monitor their breast health and educate them on the correct technique for breast self-examination.

It was a truly unique and highly beneficial course, offering a special experience that helped us develop our skills and enhance our abilities in the world of video editing. Our special thanks and appreciation go to our respected instructor, Yadgar Mahmoud, for his dedication, hard work, and commitment, as well as for sharing his valuable knowledge and expertise with us. We wish him continued success and all the best in his future endeavours. One of the most distinctive aspects of this course was its innovative assessment method. Each trainee was required to complete the test independently, without helping or relying on a fellow trainee. This approach ensured that each participant was assessed individually and given the opportunity to demonstrate their own skills and earn a certificate with a high grade.ors.

The course was delivered under the supervision of Ms. Berivan Jamal Hama Saeed, an international trainer and consultant at the Dutch institute GADKU. In an energetic, interactive, and practice-oriented environment, the course focused on strengthening teachers skills and exploring ways to establish a strong balance between physical health and mental well-being through modern training methods and physical movement exercises. The management team of the Penjwen Learning City Programme extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to the Penjwen Directorate of Education for its continued support and ongoing cooperation in ensuring the success of the programmes activities and initiatives. The management team also expresses its special appreciation to the Sports and Scouting Activities Division of the Penjwen Directorate of Education for its efforts, dedication, and effective role in organizing and ensuring the success of this important course.

Joint Meeting to Organize a Breast Cancer Awareness and Early Detection Campaign in Penjwen Today, the Penjwen Learning City Programme Health Department held a meeting with the Kurdistan Womens Union Penjwen Branch to strengthen coordination and enhance joint efforts. During the meeting, both parties agreed to organize a comprehensive breast cancer awareness and early detection campaign for women in the area. The campaign aims to raise womens health awareness. Its objectives go beyond conducting medical examinations; it also seeks to promote a culture of breast self-examination, encourage greater attention to general health, and emphasize the importance of regular medical check-ups for early detection. As part of the campaign, screening examinations will be provided free of charge, alongside scientific guidance and essential information for participants about the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and ways to reduce the risk. Both parties call on all women in the area to participate actively in this important campaign and take this valuable step towards protecting their own health and the well-being of their families. Campaign Details Day: Thursday Date: 8 October 2026 Time: 9:00 AM Venue: Penjwen Directorate of Education Hall

A Successful Start to Our Video Editing Training Course Today, we successfully launched the first day of our video editing training course, led and delivered by our respected instructor and trainer, Yadgar Mahmoud. On the first day, participants demonstrated great enthusiasm and a strong desire to learn. Together, we took our first steps towards mastering the art of visual storytelling through video and editing techniques. We wish our respected instructor and all our valued trainees continued success. We look forward to seeing their creative work and outstanding skills by the end of the course.

Penjwen Is Going Greener: Preparations Underway to Plant 30,000 Saplings As part of national and environmental efforts to protect nature and enhance the regions appearance, a major autumn tree-planting campaign has been launched under the umbrella of the Penjwen Learning City Programme, in coordination with government institutions and relevant organizations. Strategic Meeting to Develop an Implementation Roadmap A special, expanded meeting was held under the chairmanship of the respected District Commissioner of Penjwen, with the participation of the Director of Germak Subdistrict, representatives of relevant government departments, the Sapling Group, the Malakawa Organization, and representatives of the Sarchinar Nursery. The meeting focused on developing a roadmap for implementing this major project. A total of 30,000 saplings are scheduled to be delivered to the district in several phases over the coming days and planted in key public areas, including: - Penjwen Centre and the subdistricts of Nalparez and Germak: To expand green spaces throughout the district. - Along major and public roads: To improve the appearance and visual appeal of roads and streets. - Pastures and forests: To increase vegetation cover and expand green areas. - Distribution of saplings to local residents: To encourage every resident to contribute to greening their home surroundings and neighbourhood. Sincere Appreciation to Those Supporting the Sapling Supply We extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to the official institutions and contributors responsible for providing these valuable green resources. Our special thanks go to the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources and the Sulaymaniyah Directorate of Forestry and Rangelands for supplying this substantial number of saplings. We also express our sincere appreciation to Sarchinar Nursery and all its dedicated staff, who have taken responsibility for overseeing, caring for, and transporting the saplings with great commitment and dedication. Your direct contribution to this campaign represents a strong beginning and a source of pride, playing an important role in the successful implementation of this environmental project and supporting its long-term sustainability.

Successful Conclusion of the Physical and Mental Skills Training Course for Teachers and Educators Today, the training course on Physical and Mental Skills, organized for teachers and educators, successfully concluded its activities. The course was conducted under the supervision of Ms. Berivan Jamal Hama Saeed, an international trainer and consultant at the Dutch institute GADKU. Through energetic, interactive, and practical training methods, the course focused on strengthening participants abilities and fostering a solid balance between physical health, mental calmness, and psychological well-being through physical training and sports-based movement exercises. The sessions were characterized by an active, dynamic, and engaging atmosphere. At the closing ceremony, official international certificates were awarded to all participants.

Launch of the First Day of the Physical and Mental Skills Course The first day of the specialized Physical and Mental Skills training course was successfully held today. The session was delivered by trainer Berivan Jamal in an engaging and informative manner. The first day focused on the importance of achieving a balance between physical health and mental well-being. Participants actively and enthusiastically took part in discussions and introductory training activities. We extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to Ms. Berivan Jamal for delivering an energetic and informative session. We look forward to continued progress and greater benefits for all participants in the coming days.

Successful Conclusion of the Fundamentals of Education Course in Penjwen As part of ongoing efforts to develop the capabilities of the education sector and enhance teachers academic knowledge and methodological skills, the two-day Fundamentals of Education training course has successfully concluded. The course was designed for dedicated teachers from schools across the Penjwen district. The course was delivered using modern, evidence-informed educational approaches by Ms. Berivan Jamal Saeed, an international trainer and consultant at the Dutch institute GADAKU. It focused on the core principles of modern education, innovative approaches to working with learners, and strategies for strengthening the teaching and learning process within educational institutions. We extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to all participating teachers for their active attendance and valuable engagement throughout both days of the course. We hope this initiative will contribute to further professional development and continued improvement in the quality of education across the region.

Advancing Educational Skills for a More Informed Generation As part of ongoing efforts to develop the capabilities of the education sector and enhance teachers academic knowledge and methodological skills, the Fundamentals of Education training course was successfully launched for dedicated teachers from schools across the Penjwen district. The course runs for two days, and today marked its first day. The course was delivered using modern, evidence-informed educational approaches by Ms. Berivan Jamal Saeed, an international trainer and consultant at the Dutch institute GADAKU. It focused on the core principles of modern education, effective approaches to working with learners, and strategies for strengthening the teaching and learning process within educational institutions.

Penjwen Autumn Festival for Local Products Kicks Off: A Platform to Showcase Farmers Hard Work The Penjwen Autumn Festival for Local Products officially kicked off on Thursday amid Penjwens beautiful natural surroundings, at Lazo Park. The festival marks an important step towards revitalizing the regions agricultural sector by promoting farmers hard work and raising awareness of the rich variety of locally produced goods. The agricultural festival is held under the supervision of the Penjwen District Administration, with active participation from several government institutions and environmental and civil society organizations. The Penjwen Learning City Programme plays a key role as one of the main partners in organizing the festival. The opening activities were attended by Zana Rahman, the Programmes Director General. Participating and Partner Organizations: - Penjwen Municipality Presidency. - Penjwen Directorate of Agriculture. - Penjwen Veterinary Department. - Penjwen Learning City Programme. - The organizations: Malakawa for Environmental Protection, Creative Farmers, Food Safety, and the Derakht Group. The festival will run for three days, from 17 to 19 September. Al-Atlas Al-Aseel Company is providing financial sponsorship, while Kurdsat Media Organization is the media sponsor. The festival offers residents and visitors a valuable opportunity to purchase fresh, natural, locally produced goods directly from farmers, helping support local agricultural producers and promote the regions agricultural products.

Advanced Effective Expression and Public Speaking Course Concludes in Penjwen Under the slogan Your Voice Is Your Power; Dont Let Fear and Anxiety Silence You!, the advanced course on effective expression and public speaking successfully concluded today. The course was organized by the Penjwen Learning City Programme. The intensive three-day course was held at the Penjwen Learning City Programme Hall in Penjwen Public Library. It aimed to help participants overcome the fear and anxiety of speaking in front of an audience, develop their ability to make an impact on stage, and build greater self-confidence. Key Achievements and Course Topics: - Practical, hands-on stage training to overcome voice trembling and nervousness. - Developing skills to capture listeners attention and strengthen personal presence during meetings and public gatherings. - Conducting thorough, evidence-based assessments of participants abilities and improving their skills in delivering messages in an effective and persuasive manner. At the conclusion of the programme, certificates of participation were awarded to all participants in recognition of their attendance and successful completion of the course. Special thanks and appreciation go to the dedicated and highly skilled international trainer, Mr. Mohammed Mirani, for his efforts and commitment in delivering this valuable course. We wish all participants a confident voice and a strong, inspiring presence on every stage of life.

Python Programming and Machine Learning Course Concludes Successfully The Python Programming and Machine Learning course has successfully concluded, with the participation of technology and artificial intelligence enthusiasts. Throughout this intensive, hands-on three-day course, participants took steps towards moving beyond being everyday technology users to becoming technology creators and developers. They gained practical insights into how intelligent models work, how they process information, and how they analyze data. Key Course Topics: - Introduction to artificial intelligence and the working mechanisms of advanced models. - Core Python programming fundamentals, with Python serving as one of the key foundations for AI development. - The role of mathematics and its direct impact on algorithm design. - Practical project implementation and continuous training using real-world data. - Building a complete intelligent model by the participants on the final day. We extend our sincere appreciation to the young, dedicated, and skilled trainer, Mr. Alan Qaradakhi, who, as always and in keeping with his previous valuable activities, shared up-to-date knowledge and modern technical insights with the learners, contributing greatly to the success of this course. Congratulations to all participants. We wish them continued success and progress as they pursue their future journeys in programming and technology. #Penjwen_Learning_City

Introduction and Distribution of the Book How I Became a Bridge in Penjwen Today, in an atmosphere of respect and appreciation for words and history, a ceremony was held to introduce the new book by Mr. Mohammed Amin Penjweni, a distinguished writer and prominent figure in our city. The book is titled How I Became a Bridge. The book was presented through a reading by Mr. Abdulrahman Penjweni, who explored its content and key ideas. The ceremony was attended by a number of prominent figures, intellectuals, writers, and enthusiasts of literature and the history of the Penjwen region. The event highlighted the significance and content of this new publication, as well as the authors rich experience. At the end of the ceremony, copies of How I Became a Bridge, signed by the author, were distributed to attendees as a valuable gift celebrating literature, knowledge, and culture.

A Step Towards Building Self-Confidence and Mastering the Art of Influencing Others! The first day of the Public Speaking and Oratory Skills Course kicked off successfully today. The three-day course helps participants develop essential skills in effective expression, body language, and techniques for capturing and maintaining an audiences attention. The course is delivered by Trainer Mr. Mohammed Mirani, with the aim of enhancing participants public speaking abilities, helping them overcome the fear of speaking in front of an audience, and strengthening their self-confidence and ability to communicate their ideas clearly and effectively. We wish all participants a rewarding learning experience and continued success throughout the remaining days of the training.