University of Basrah Holds an Awareness Lecture on Combating Terrorism and Religious and Sectarian Extremism
The College of Dentistry at the University of Basrah organized an awareness lecture titled “Combating Terrorism and Religious and Sectarian Extremism,” as part of the college’s program aimed at strengthening intellectual awareness and promoting a culture of community peace among students.
The lecture, delivered by Dr. Saeed Kazem Ahmed, addressed key concepts of extremism, its causes, and how it exploits weaknesses in societal awareness. It also reviewed intellectual and behavioral approaches that can be employed to counter hate speech and closed-minded ideologies.
The lecture aimed to raise students’ awareness of the dangers of terrorism and extremism, enhance critical thinking, encourage moderate dialogue, and foster a university environment resilient to radical ideas while reinforcing the values of citizenship and peaceful coexistence.
Department of Media and Government Communication
