Our Commitment to Community Engagement
At Ahlia University, we are deeply devoted and committed to community engagement. Community engagement is encapsulated in our core values. It is also a core component and driver of the United National Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) which Ahlia University is fully committed to pursuing.
Since its foundation in 2001, Ahlia University has been genuinely committed to giving back to the society from which it originated and promoting values that we, as an organisation, deeply believe in:
- Creating an environment that supports equal opportunities for all members of society.
- Enabling the spill-over of the values we create at our university into society, resulting in tangible and measurable outcomes.
- Fostering awareness and a mindset of “sharing is giving” among all our members.
- Partnering with local communities and public bodies to pursue national priorities and goals of shared importance to Bahrain and its people.
- Serving as an advocate and prominent voice on key issues of public concern.
- Committed to promoting global citizenship and recognising our role in addressing issues aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Aims
We pay close attention to integrating the following principles into our activity framework as part of our Community Engagement Plan Aims:
- Social Responsibility: We prioritise social responsibility by actively serving our local and regional communities through various initiatives.
- Collaborative Research: We encourage participative, community-based research that supports social and economic development, working closely with community partners.
- Empowerment Through Education: We aim to equip learners with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as entrepreneurs and community leaders, so they can reach their full potential.
- Access and Inclusion: We provide equal opportunities for all, including financial aid, scholarships, and support for students with special needs or from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Community Engagement Policy
Community Engagement Policy Statement
At Ahlia University, fostering a culture of active community engagement is a fundamental aspect of our mission to contribute positively to the Bahraini community and the wider Gulf region. Our commitment to community engagement is reflected in our strategic goals and Our commitment to community engagement is articulated in our mission statement, with cascaded goals, from the strategic plan to the strategic objectives, up to and including operational plans.
Community Engagement Direction
Our direction for fostering community engagement activities in the period 2021-2025, builds upon the previous EMPOWER Plan (2016-2020) to strengthen our approach in addressing societal needs. Our approach aligns with the University’s vision and is designed to enhance our efforts in teaching and learning, research, and community engagement.
Community Engagement Committee
To ensure a systematic approach, and to facilitate effective planning, coordination, and implementation of all activities and projects, we established a Community Engagement Committee comprising various stakeholders.
CEC membership
- President to President Assistant for Marketing, Media, and Public Relations (Chairperson)
- Director of Entrepreneurship Centre
- Director of Student Activities and Services
- Director of Professional Relations
- Director of Human Resources
- Faculty Representatives
- Committee Secretary
Current Members
Dr. Thaira Mohammed Qasim Al Shirawi
President Assistant for Media, Marketing and PR (Chairperson)
Mr. Salah Ahmed Khalifa Mohamed
Director of Entrepreneurship Centre
Ms. Ameena Abdulla Al Selaiti
Director of Student Activities and Services
Mr. Husain Mohamed Habib
Director of Professional Relations
Ms. Luma Jassim Ahmed
Director of Human Resources
Ms. Maha Al Sadoon
Faculty Representative
Mr. Mohammed Badaw
Faculty Representative
Ms. Amina Ali Hasan
Faculty Representative
Ms. Huda Mohamed Naser
Faculty Representative
Mr. Mohamed Younis Ashoori
Committee Secretary
Let’s contribute together!
Have you spotted a missing area we should engage in? You see some space for improvement? Do you have an idea, project, or event you wish to present? Let us be your partners! Book Ahlia University’s premises for your community-based event—free of charge!
Whether you are the student or a staff at Ahlia University, or you are as lucky as we are to be the citizen or the resident of Bahrain, feel free to inspire us on how we can help or contribute to our community. If you have an idea, suggestion or even a project to propose, please get in touch at [email protected] or submit your proposal using the form below:
