On Thursday, October 15, 2026, an important and strategic environmental protection and tree-planting project was launched at the University of Zakho campus. Preparations, including technical and logistical arrangements, have been completed, and hundreds of trees are expected to be planted across the university campus to increase green coverage and enhance the beauty of the learning environment. The tree-planting activities are scheduled to take place on November 15, 2026.

Key Information About the Project

- Funding and Support: The project is being implemented under the Prospects Project, with the support of the Employment-Intensive Investment Programme (EIIP), in cooperation with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Independent Administration of Zakho. Work has now commenced on the University of Zakho campus.

- Number and Types of Trees: A total of 16,350 trees of various species will be planted across the university campus. These include olive trees, Zawiteh trees, and Aleppo pistachio trees.

- Employment Opportunities: The project will provide job opportunities for a considerable number of engineers, workers, and gardeners. It will also create employment opportunities for Syrian refugees and internally displaced Iraqis, playing an important role in supporting the local economy.

Attendance and Preparations

During the preliminary meetings and preparations for the launch of this project, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Diyar Abdulkarim Saeed, President of the University of Zakho, and in the presence of Prof. Dr. Mohammed Hassan Khmo, a representative of the International Labour Organization (ILO), Engineer Jalal Akram Qasim, Head of the Project Supervision Committee affiliated with the Independent Administration of Zakho, the project supervisor representing the tree-planting organization, and members of the university's engineering team, the final arrangements were completed.

Today, the project has officially entered the implementation phase.

The University of Zakho hopes that this cooperation will continue and that additional environmental protection projects will be implemented at the university in the future, further contributing to environmental sustainability, expanding green spaces, and creating a healthier and more attractive campus for students and staff.