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The meeting was chaired by Dr Salah Hadi Saleh, Head of the Scientific Supervision and Evaluation Authority and Chair of the Ministerial Team. Discussions focused on translating the strategy\u2019s objectives into practical programmes and initiatives that promote social values among younger generations, strengthen national identity, revive Iraqi, Arab, and Islamic culture, foster tolerance and respect for religious and sectarian diversity, preserve the Arabic language and encourage its use, and enhance the role of the media in promoting social values.<\/p>\n
The meeting emphasised the importance of instilling national and ethical values in younger generations through education, media, and comprehensive social and cultural programmes, thereby fostering social awareness grounded in citizenship, tolerance, and respect for diversity.<\/p>\n
Participants also discussed mechanisms for partnership and institutional coordination among the relevant entities, the establishment of a monitoring and evaluation framework, and the development of clear performance indicators to measure programme implementation and assess its impact. These measures are intended to ensure that the strategy\u2019s objectives are achieved within the specified timeframe.<\/p>\n
Dr Jayyas\u2019s participation in the ministerial team\u2019s work underscores the role of educational institutions in supporting the implementation of the National Strategy for Education and Social Upbringing, strengthening institutional cooperation and coordination among the relevant entities, and contributing to the development of a society grounded in national and ethical values.<\/p>\n