In pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education, good health, and well-being, the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Baghdad hosted a delegation from the Iraqi National Security Agency’s Drug Control Division. A number of specialists delivered lectures attended by the Dean of the Faculty, Professor Dr. Amira Mohammed Saleh, the Assistant Dean for Administrative Affairs, undergraduate students, as well as a number of faculty members, staff, and students.
The seminar aimed to raise awareness among students about the dangers of addiction and its negative consequences on individuals and society. It also sought to educate attendees about the types of drugs, their physical and psychological harms in both the short and long term, and the causes of addiction, such as weak religious morals, lack of family supervision, association with bad influences, and idleness. Additionally, the legal consequences for drug traffickers and users were highlighted.
The National Security Agency emphasized the importance of choosing good companions, strengthening the role of the family and proper upbringing, and communicating with the relevant authorities via the hotline number (131) to report any suspicious activities related to drug use or trafficking.
