Today, in celebration of World Earth Day 2025, the College of Environmental Science at the University of Sulaimani, in collaboration with Bright Institute, successfully organized a special panel discussion under this year’s global theme: “Our Power, Our Planet”. The event took place at the Bright Institute’s Conference Hall, bringing together a distinguished audience of academics, environmental experts, students, and NGO representatives committed to climate action.
The event focused on the critical intersection between climate change and crime, highlighting how environmental degradation can influence social stability. The panel discussion was titled “Climate Change and Its Impacts on Crime” and was skillfully moderated by Ms. Razan Omar.
The panel featured insightful presentations from prominent experts:
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Dr. Zhino Khalid, who opened the discussion by addressing the relationship between climate change, environmental pollution, and rising crime rates, emphasizing how worsening environmental conditions create new socio-economic pressures leading to criminal activities.
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Dr. Rozhan Faraidoon, who followed as the second speaker, explored the role of geographical factors in influencing crime patterns, particularly in regions most vulnerable to climate-induced disruptions.
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Ms. Prosha Qalander, the final speaker, connected forensic evidence to the context of climate change, illustrating how environmental shifts are influencing the nature of crimes and the challenges faced by forensic investigators.
The panel generated a lively and meaningful dialogue among attendees, reflecting the urgent need for interdisciplinary collaboration between environmental science and social justice sectors in addressing the broad impacts of climate change.
The College of Environmental Science extends its gratitude to all participants and partners for making this important event a success, reinforcing the message that collective action is essential to protect both our planet and communities.
