Conference schedule

Programme & Agenda

Complete session schedule with times, speakers, and venues.

Location

Duhok, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

Edition

ICRU-SDGs

Tuesday

September 23, 2025

4 sessions

Theme 1 — Foundations and Goals of Sustainability

Session

Defining sustainable development and its three dimensions (economic, social and environmental); the SDGs and the role of academic institutions in achieving them.

Theme 2 — Education, Policy and Leadership

Session

Government policies and the role of universities in sustainable development; international legislation and initiatives on the role of higher education in achieving sustainability.

Theme 3 — Universities and Social Responsibility

Session

The relationship between universities and sustainable development; university initiatives serving the community and environmental sustainability.

Day 1 — Theoretical and Legislative Framework and Scientific Research

Session

Exploring the foundational concepts, policies and research that drive sustainable development in higher education.

9:00 AM

Wednesday

September 24, 2025

4 sessions

Theme 4 — Research, Innovation and Knowledge Management

Session

Scientific research in renewable energy, environment and the green economy; strengthening research partnerships between universities and the private sector.

Theme 5 — Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship

Session

Applications of digital transformation in achieving sustainable development; business incubators and support for sustainability start-ups.

Theme 6 — Partnerships and Governance

Session

Collaborative frameworks and governance models supporting the sustainable development goals.

Day 2 — Universities, Economics, Social Responsibility and Partnerships

Session

Examining the practical applications and collaborative frameworks needed to achieve the sustainable development goals.

9:00 AM