Agri-education
Iraq
Practical education for climate smart agriculture in Iraq
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In Iraq, we are contributing to Sustainable Development Goals zero hunger and clean water and sanitation. Our activities boost education and training for climate smart agriculture, sustainable horticulture and efficient water management. We help educators prepare entrepreneurial graduates read to build their own enterprises.
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Mariette Gross
iCRA Projects in Iraq
Our impact in Iraq
Our pool of partnerships facilitators is the legacy we leave. Because we focus on training local professionals, our results grow along with our network.
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Universities supported
5
Revised curricula
6
Inclusion and gender equality plans implemented
30
Active agribusiness innovation coaches
Supporting Iraq's new generation of agri-food entrepreneurs
Innovative pedagogy
Iraq’s changing agricultural landscape demands practically skilled, entrepreneurial young agri-food professionals. Our training improves university teaching by integrating interactive methods and practical skills training. Honing students’ entrepreneurial and life skills is a priority. Graduates equipped with business acumen, problem-solving abilities, and industry connections are better prepared for success. We also strengthen relationships between educational institutions and the private sector. This enables educators to align education with the labor market’s needs and provide students with opportunities for practical learning experiences, like internships.
Building networks
We facilitate knowledge sharing and application by building partnerships between educational institutes, private sector partners, and extension services. When universities are connected to key stakeholders, opportunities for collaborative research arise. Private sector and university staff have also benefitted from innovative horticultural knowledge through demonstrations and digital tools.
Gender inclusion
We prioritise supporting minorities and women through targeted training. We have also supported six universities to develop and implement gender equality plans. The universities also established gender units and committees led by their Presidents.
