SDG 5: GENDER EQUALITY

Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5) seeks to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. Within the university context, this commitment involves ensuring that access, retention, and completion of higher education take place under equitable conditions for all genders.

At Aliah University, the institution recognizes the importance of implementing policies and mechanisms that guarantee women's participation at every stage of the educational process: from application and admission to the completion of academic programs. The university has made progress in the collection of gender-based data, the transparent publication of admission criteria and study conditions, and the establishment of affirmative actions that promote female inclusion in specific academic programs.

This report analyzes how Aliah University contributes to the fulfillment of SDG 5, specifically in the monitoring of women's application, acceptance, and study completion rates, as well as in the assurance of equal conditions for access and participation between men and women, reflecting the institution's commitment to non-discrimination and educational equity.

5.3.3 Does your university as a body provide women's access schemes? Mentoring, Scholarship, Other targeted support

Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa Scholarship

The Khalifa Bin Salman Al Khalifa Foundation announces the names of students selected for the late His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa Scholarship, may he rest in peace, along with the Her Highness Shaikha Moza bint Hamad Al Khalifa Scholarship under the Riyada Scholarship Program. This program offers numerous benefits, including covering university tuition fees, training and educational courses, internship opportunities, community service, and enjoyable and educational semester meetings.

The program aims to create an environment that fosters the development of youth potential, enhances their academic and educational level, and strengthens their abilities and skills, ultimately creating a new generation of youth capable of leadership and responsibility.

The total number of scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year amounts to 51 scholarships covering partner universities. We wish them all success and prosperity.

Participation in the Media Talent Awards 2023

Student Zain Hassan talked about her participation in the Media Talent Awards 2023, and her arrival at the finals stage, noting that this participation was interesting as it refined her talent in the media aspect, specifically radio and television, and encouraged her to go out of the ordinary and experience several aspects in this field.

Top 5% of participants in Huawei Seeds for the Future 2023

Zainab talked about her participation in Huawei Seeds for the Future 2023, which was held in Doha last September, where she was honored for excelling among the top 5% of participants, based on her performance with her team in the Tech4Good competition. According to this achievement, she was selected for a digital flight to China under the full sponsorship of Huawei, to represent the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the trip included a visit to Huawei's state-of-the-art facilities, other leading artificial intelligence facilities, a visit to MWCS24 in Shanghai, a visit to drones designed to operate on drones, and a visit to the MAWAN smart port.

Ambassador for Huawei

Student Shouq Al-Dhari spoke about her role as an ambassador for Huawei, and Shouq said that this taught her valuable lessons in balancing the study with extracurricular activities, pointing out that her role revolves around integrating what she learned from Huawei programs and courses into university curricula, and encouraging students to participate in the ICT competition and the ICT Academy. Shouq noted that she was responsible for promoting Huawei's initiatives and inspiring others to explore new opportunities in the technology industries, stressing the importance of guiding students towards professional growth while contributing to the development of a tech-friendly academic environment and linking education with innovation.

Participation in the HiPO program

Student Esraa Al-Qattan participated in the HiPO program, presented by the Institute of Public Administration (BIPA), and the student Esraa said that this participation taught her valuable lessons in balancing all life obligations, as the student Esraa and her team won first place in the "Youth of Gold" award through a study they did under the title "The Role of Youth in Preserving National Values", and the student and her team underwent the 48-hour challenge, which they were able to win. The student, Israa, pointed out that this experience helped her a lot to develop the leadership, national and organizational side.

Huawei Seeds for the Future regional competition in Uzbekistan

Dana expressed her pride in her recent participation in representing the Kingdom of Bahrain in the Huawei Seeds for the Future regional competition in Uzbekistan, with ten talented students from around the world, and said: "Representing Bahrain on the global stage is a historic achievement, the experience was rewarding and full of challenges, and we witnessed the skills of our colleagues, which motivated us to strive for excellence." Dana expressed her happiness that the Bahrain team reached the finals and received the award for the outstanding project. "I extend my sincere gratitude to Dr. Ahmed Al-Jadidi and Ms. Maha Saadoun for their tireless efforts in creating opportunities like this for Bahraini students, and I thank Julie Paul for her guidance throughout the program and our mentor Ammar Al-Natour for his valuable support in improving our project and presentation."

Boxing Session (For Ladies Only)

Manal Al Zayani, Chief Fitness Coach of the BurnBox is a Master personal trainer certified by European Institute of Fitness in the UK (2013) and a Health Coach certified by Institute of Integrative Nutrition in New York, USA (2014) with 10 years of experience in fitness and weight loss coaching field.

Yoga & Mindfulness session (Ladies Only)

Arima Journey is glad to offer Community at ahlia university a gentle yoga practice for all female to uplift their minds, bodies and souls. in this one Hour session, we will breathe, meditate and practice various heart opener yoga poses to cultivate self-love. yogis will float into the rest of their day feeling centered, energized and relaxed.

Arima Journey aims to promote mental and physical fitness through blending the powerful practices of yoga and mindfulness. Therefore, the session will offer the yogis a mindful space to reconnect to the soul, to breathe, to meditate, to move, to relax and to find calm in the chaos!

The occasion of the Founding Anniversary of the Supreme Council for Women

"On the anniversary of the establishment of the Supreme Council for Women, we all at Al Ahlia University remember the numerous achievements accomplished under the inspiring leadership of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, the wife of His Majesty the King and the President of the Supreme Council for Women. She has elevated women to the highest leadership positions in various institutions in the Kingdom and granted women many rights and privileges. This has positioned the Kingdom of Bahrain among the advanced countries in empowering women and realizing their ambitions and aspirations.

At Al Ahlia University, we draw inspiration from the activities of the Council to continue our efforts in empowering women as professors, administrators, students, and graduates. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities in all university faculties and departments and to overcoming any obstacles that may hinder the success and aspirations of women.

Dr. Abdullah Al-Hawaj"

Seminar on the Future of Gulf Media

Participation of media and public relations students in the fifteenth Gulf Radio and Television Festival "Seminar on the Future of Gulf Media."

Ninth Gulf Conference for Human Development

Participation of students and graduates of Al-Ahliyya University in the Ninth Gulf Conference for Human Development, titled "Individual Performance Measurement System and Institutional Excellence."

Zainat Doulari has earned a Master's degree with distinction and received the first-class honors from Al-Ahlia University.

Researcher Zainat Doulari has obtained a Master's degree with distinction and first-class honors from the Department of Media and Public Relations at Al-Ahlia University. Her thesis was titled "Public Attitudes Towards Digital Advertising Campaigns in the Ministry of Municipalities and Agriculture." The study aimed to explore the public's attitudes towards digital advertising campaigns in government institutions in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with the Ministry of Municipalities and Agriculture as a case study. The research was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Abdul Sadeq Hasan.

The student Marwa Jameel has received an award for the best editing, best directing, and best cinematography in a distinguished and unique event.

A number of female employees and students from the College of Administrative and Financial Sciences at Al-Ahlia University participated in yoga sessions led by the professional trainer Amira Hashem. These sessions are aimed at promoting physical and mental well-being by reducing stress and enhancing mental health. The goal is to encourage female students and employees to engage in physical activities that positively impact their academic and overall lives.