3.3.1 “Current collaborations with health institutions Have current collaborations with local, national, or global health institutions to improve health and well-being outcomes”
Collaborations with Health Institutions to Improve Health and Well-Being
The University of El Oued is actively engaged in collaborations with local, national, and international health institutions to enhance health and well-being outcomes. These partnerships aim to address pressing health challenges through research, educational programs, and community initiatives.
At the local level, the university collaborates with specialized healthcare centers to provide practical training for students and organize health campaigns targeting issues such as mental health, chronic diseases, and preventive care.
On a national scale, the university works with prominent health organizations and ministries to develop research projects, deliver workshops, and contribute to policy recommendations that advance public health objectives.
Internationally, the university partners with global health institutions to facilitate research exchanges and joint projects, focusing on areas like infectious disease control, health technology innovations, and sustainable healthcare practices.
These collaborations reflect the university’s commitment to leveraging knowledge and resources to improve health outcomes and foster well-being both on campus and in the wider community.
Collaboration with El Medjed Medical Laboratory to Advance Health Research and Training
In line with its commitment to fostering impactful partnerships, the University of El Oued has established a formal agreement with El Medjed Medical Laboratory, effective from March 22, 2023, for a duration of two years. This collaboration serves as a cornerstone for advancing health research, training, and educational opportunities in the region.
Key Highlights of the Agreement:
- Educational and Training Opportunities:
El Medjed Medical Laboratory will facilitate pedagogical field trips and internships for students and faculty members of the university. These activities will align with the academic programs and specializations of the university.
- Joint Research Initiatives:
Both parties will collaborate on scientific research, projects, and programs in mutually relevant fields, fostering innovation and contributing to advancements in medical and health sciences.
- Shared Access to Scientific Resources:
The agreement includes provisions for researchers from both institutions to access scientific facilities and resources, adhering to the legal and regulatory frameworks governing each party.
This collaboration underscores the University of El Oued’s dedication to enriching educational and research capacities while contributing to the broader goal of improving health and well-being outcomes in the region.
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Collaboration with the Addiction Treatment Center to Promote Research and Education
The University of El Oued has entered into a strategic agreement with the Addiction Treatment Center, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in education, research, and community health initiatives. This partnership is designed to enhance the academic and professional experiences of students and faculty while contributing to advancements in addiction treatment and related fields.
Key Highlights of the Agreement:
- Educational Field Trips and Internships:
The Addiction Treatment Center will facilitate field trips and internships for university students and faculty, aligning with approved academic programs and specializations to provide hands-on experience and practical training.
- Joint Research and Projects:
Both institutions will collaborate on scientific research, projects, and programs that address shared areas of interest, particularly in the field of addiction treatment and rehabilitation.
- Access to Scientific Resources:
Researchers from both parties will have facilitated access to the scientific facilities of each institution, subject to the rules and regulations governing both entities.
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Participation of the University Directorate of El Oued in the National University Radio Broadcasting Competition in Khenchela
On December 12, 2023, the University of El Oued hosted the Third In-Person Meeting of Algerian-Tunisian Border Universities, part of the 5+5 Cooperation Agreement between the two nations. This significant event brought together university leaders and representatives from both Algeria and Tunisia to strengthen cross-border collaboration in education, research, and innovation.
Participants
The meeting was chaired by Professor Omar Ferahati, Rector of the University of El Oued and Coordinator of Algerian Universities. Participants included leaders from the universities of Souk Ahras, Tebessa, Annaba, and El Tarf, as well as their Tunisian counterparts from Gabes, Gafsa, Jendouba, Kairouan, and Sfax. Also present was Professor Habib Gadda, a member of the National Committee for International Twinning Agreements and Director of the Higher School of Saharan Agriculture.
Key Discussions and Outcomes
The meeting served as a platform to evaluate previously implemented bilateral programs and to outline future collaborative initiatives. Highlights include:
- Progress and Achievements
- Successful organization of international doctoral workshops and competitions.
- Activation of a digital platform to integrate researchers and laboratories, accompanied by virtual meetings for research heads.
- Planes futuros
- The fourth in-person meeting is scheduled to take place at the University of Gafsa in April or May 2024.
- A campaign to enhance registration on the digital platform will be rolled out, with a two-step process for faculty and laboratory heads to complete profiles and gain approval from university administration.
- Proposed Collaborative Activities
- Joint Research Projects: Universities committed to initiating collaborative projects in areas such as artificial intelligence, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and applied chemistry.
- Joint Conferences and Training Programs: Plans include interdisciplinary international conferences and specialized training sessions for writing and submitting international research proposals.
- Cultural and Sporting Events
- Organizing a table tennis festival at the University of El Tarf in March 2024.
- Hosting a half-marathon at the University of Souk Ahras in February 2024.
- Launching a student creativity festival at the University of Kairouan in April 2024.
Sustainability and Long-Term Goals
The participants emphasized the importance of:
- Establishing joint research laboratories (LABEX) for long-term collaboration.
- Promoting international accreditation and certification for partner universities.
- Expanding the 5+5 agreement to include Libyan universities, starting with the University of Sirte.
- Encouraging joint registration for doctoral students and fostering greater participation in cultural and sports activities.
Fuente: https://www.univ-eloued.dz/ar/participates-2/
First Day of the Training Symposium on Addiction Risks and Psychological Treatments
On June 7, 2023, the University of El Oued successfully concluded the first day of its Training Symposium on Addiction Risks and Psychological Treatments: A Clinical Perspective. The event, hosted at the university’s main campus, focused on addressing the challenges of addiction and drug abuse within academic and broader community contexts.
Activities and Highlights
The day featured a visit by esteemed professors from the Universities of Batna and Constantine to the University Center for Psychological Assistance, accompanied by the center’s director and active members. The visit served as a platform to present the center’s significant roles and accomplishments during the academic year.
Engagement and Discussions
The visiting professors contributed to a rich and insightful discussion, providing valuable perspectives and practical recommendations. The exchange was particularly beneficial for students of the University of El Oued and those from the University of Batna who participated in the symposium. These discussions emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary approaches and collaborative efforts in addressing the social and psychological dimensions of addiction.
Simposio sobre logopedia y enfoques educativos para personas que se benefician de implantes cocleares
As part of commemorating the World Date Palm Plantation Day on February 25, today, the Dean of the Faculty of Social and Human Sciences at the University of El Oued, Dr. Amar Ghraïssa, presided over the opening of the scientific Symposium titled “Educational Approaches for Individuals benefiting from Cochlear Implants.” The event was organized in collaboration with the Amal Association for the Hearing Impaired and Cochlear Implants in El Oued, and it was attended by the Head of the Psychology and Education Department, Professor Djeloul Ahmed, the President of the Hope Association, Mr. Kerrouche Abdel Nacer, the symposium’s chairperson, Dr. El Bachir Djary, the specialist Hakim Mansouri Mohammed Taher, Dr. Biazat Al-Omari from the University of Algiers 2, Dr. Tarek Salehi from the University of Ouargla, the President of the Echo of Amal Association for individuals with Cochlear Implants in Ghardaia, Mr. Makali Abdel Salam, a member of the Amal Association in El Oued, and several professors including Ghrib Abdel Nasser, Jaalab Mohamed Saleh, and Saleh Khachkhoush, as well as the director of the Psychological Support Center, Ms. Ghraib Rahma, and Mr. Kadour Abdel Salam, along with a number of students.
The Dean of the Faculty began his speech by welcoming and thanking all attendees, praising the department’s activities, and expressing gratitude to all contributors to this symposium, including associations and professors from and outside the region, aiming to provide assistance to the hearing-impaired and promote their integration. The Dean highlighted the efforts being made to include speech therapy as one of our future specializations. On his part, the President of the Amal Association in El Oued explained the association’s concept, inception, and objectives, emphasizing the organization’s preparation of training courses for specialists, speech therapists, psychologists, and teachers of hearing-impaired children, as well as training for their parents. Many professors made contributions during the symposium, opening the floor to scientific interventions and discussions, which engaged students with relevant questions.
El simposio tiene como objetivo concienciar sobre la importancia del cuidado de los niños productores de palmeras datileras y capacitar a estudiantes del Departamento de Psicología y Educación para monitorear y comprender los métodos de adaptación de estos niños.
Fuente: https://www.univ-eloued.dz/uefoe/
El Gobernador de la Provincia de El Oued anuncia la apertura oficial del Anexo Médico de la Universidad de El Oued
On September 24, 2023, the Gonvenor of El Oued Province announced the official opening and start of classes at the Medical Annex of the University of El Oued during a joyous ceremony in the large lecture hall Abu Al Qasim Saad Allah.
In his important speech before announcing the official opening of the annex, the Gonvenor of the Province said that “My support for the establishment of the Medical Annex is a duty that I perform in the framework of my work, as I do in all sectors of the province.” He added, praising the great role played by the University Rector in this achievement, “I say frankly that the owner of the idea is Professor Ferahti, who presented us with the idea of the annex project, so we adopted it and supported it and those with him who worked hard to complete the Medical Annex.” The Gonvenor of the Province also noted the role of the President of the Republic in approving the annex project, considering that El Oued Province has always been a model for several achievements due to the energies and capabilities it has. It only needs to be supported and highlighted. He said that the Faculty of Medicine in El Oued will be one of the best faculties at the national level. On this occasion, the Gonvenor of the Province thanked those who supported the project, including the former Director of Health and Population and his medical and administrative team, the chairman of the People’s wilaya Assembly and his deputies, the elected officials, as well as the members of Parliament and the people of this province from individuals and associations.
The opening ceremony was attended by the local administrative, security and military authorities, headed by the Gonvenor of El Oued Province, the revolutionary family, the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Batna University, which the Medical Annex is affiliated to, and the Director of the Annex, Professor Samir Darwich, the vice Rectors of the University, the Deans of the Faculties, the Secretary General of the University, the President of the Association – Al-Shifa – for Health, Humanity and Algerian-French Scientific Creativity, Dr. Yahya Abdel Momen Al-Mekki, a specialist in viruses from the University of Lyon in France, as well as a representative of the Association of Private Doctors and a representative of the Medical Alliance Association of Private Doctors and several veteran doctors in addition to the students of the annex, estimated at 155 students.
For his part, the University Rector, Professor Omar Ferahti, thanked the attendees for their response to the invitation in his welcome speech and considered that the opening of the annex is a historic event for the course of the Medical Annex project file, which initially faced several difficulties, but the efforts of everyone – as he said – eventually culminated in the realization of the Medical Annex project on the ground. The University Rector thanked the Gonvenor of the Province, the chairman of the People’s wilaya Assembly, the elected officials, members of Parliament, medical associations, private doctors and many loyal people from this province for their support.
The University Rector announced that the university system that he heads, from administration to pedagogy and logistics, has made a commitment to “make the training qualitative and distinguished in the Medical Annex, and we will provide all the necessary equipment in addition to what is available, and we will choose the most qualified professors to teach in the first years, including the contribution of professors from the Faculty of Medicine at Batna University and from medical associations and from specialist doctors from inside and outside the country.” The University Rector added, addressing the medical students, “Be confident, you will never regret studying medicine at the University of El Oued, and you will be proud of the qualitative training that you will find in your annex, which will compete with the largest medical schools across the country.”
Several speeches were delivered on the occasion by the Director of the Annex, Professor Samir Darwish, the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine in Batna, Professor Ben Abbas Munsef, the Representative of the Director of Health and Population, the President of the Association of Private Doctors and the President of the Medical Alliance Association. A video presentation was also given on the new Medical Annex and the health facilities in the province, an intervention by Dr. Merigua Lamine on the history of health in El Oued Province, in addition to a historical film about the martyr fighter Malika kaid. Gonvenor of the Province, the chairman of the People’s wilaya Assembly and a number of veteran doctors and pharmacists were also honored.
fuente:https://www.univ-eloued.dz/official-opening-medical/