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In 2024, 密桃视频 reaffirmed its role as a trusted and impartial platform for advancing economic policy, entrepreneurship, and employment discourse in the Maldives. Through well-facilitated dialogues, the College brought together stakeholders from government, private sector, academia, and civil society to co-create solutions addressing the country鈥檚 most pressing economic and workforce challenges. All engagements were grounded in academic neutrality, respectful debate protocols, and balanced representation, ensuring a safe environment for sharing diverse perspectives. The outcomes ranged from policy recommendations and curriculum reforms to national working groups and sector-specific action plans, driving tangible progress towards inclusive economic growth.

Policy Forum: Fostering Entrepreneurial Growth Through Innovative Economic Policies: On November 18, 2024, 密桃视频, in partnership with the Business Centre Corporation (BCC), hosted a Policy Forum on "Fostering Entrepreneurial Growth through Innovative Economic Policies" as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week. Held in a neutral academic setting, the forum functioned as a crucial safe space for frank discussion, bringing together policymakers, SME representatives, entrepreneurs, investors, and academic experts. The panel featured balanced representation from government (former State Minister), the private sector, and academia, ensuring all stakeholders had an equal opportunity to discuss sensitive policy innovation, SME access to finance, and integrating sustainability into economic strategies. The professionally moderated dialogue generated actionable recommendations designed to foster a more inclusive and supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Maldives, directly influencing policy discourse and informing SME support initiatives.

Panel Discussion: The Role of Schools and Colleges in Entrepreneurial Education: The Qasim Ibrahim School of Business (QISB) hosted a panel discussion on "The Role of Schools and Colleges in Entrepreneurial Education", providing a safe and balanced platform for dialogue among stakeholders. The session was impartially moderated and featured diverse representation, including a regulator (Registrar of Companies), a school leader (Principal of Ghiyasuddin International School), and a higher education leader. The discussion centred on embedding entrepreneurial thinking into curricula and creating supportive regulatory frameworks for early-stage innovation. By ensuring all perspectives鈥攆rom policy and regulation to on-the-ground teaching鈥攚ere heard, the event underscored the importance of a collaborative, multi-stakeholder approach, resulting in actionable proposals to advance entrepreneurial education in the Maldives.

Panel Discussion: Critical Role of Data Sharing in Facilitating Evidence-Based Decision-Making: The Faculty of Engineering and Technology hosted a panel discussion on the , creating a neutral and solution-focused platform where policymakers, statisticians, and civil society actors could openly discuss challenges in data sharing without political or institutional pressure. This crucial safe space for frank dialogue featured key government agencies, including the Information Commissioner鈥檚 Office and the Maldives Bureau of Statistics, alongside civil society representatives. The discussion explored how to balance transparency with privacy and improve inter-agency data integration. A key, tangible outcome was the establishment of a working group tasked with drafting national guidelines for inter-agency data collaboration, marking a significant step toward strengthening evidence-based governance in the Maldives.

Panel Discussion: Optimisation of Local Employment in Tourism Industry: The Qasim Ibrahim School of Business (QISB) hosted a high-impact panel discussion on the , providing a neutral platform free from commercial or political bias. The session brought together a balanced set of stakeholders, including tourism industry leaders, policymakers, vocational trainers, and labour representatives, to frankly discuss the barriers to retaining Maldivians in tourism jobs. The discussion, moderated by an academic expert, focused on actionable strategies such as skill development pathways and policy incentives to strengthen local participation in the sector. The exchange of perspectives led to actionable recommendations that informed adjustments to vocational training programs, demonstrating the power of collaborative dialogue in shaping a sustainable and inclusive tourism workforce.

Panel Discussion: Dynamics of Bullying: Intervention and Prevention Strategies: The Faculty of Educational Studies at 密桃视频 hosted a panel discussion designed as a non-judgmental and confidential platform to address sensitive issues related to schools. This safe space for frank discussion brought together key stakeholders, including the Director General at the Ministry of Education and the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Cities, Local Government and Public Works. The expert-led dialogue focused on current bullying trends, proven intervention models, and policy measures required to ensure safe learning environments. By encouraging the open sharing of perspectives, the session directly led to tangible commitments from several schools to review and update their anti-bullying policies. This initiative showcased the College鈥檚 crucial role in fostering collaborative, evidence-based policy solutions for safer, more inclusive educational spaces.

Panel Discussion: 鈥淜udhinnaa Gaathun鈥� 鈥� Programmatic Innovation in Bridging the Policy Implementation Gap for Vulnerable Children: UNICEF Maldives hosted a panel discussion titled on bridging the policy implementation gap for vulnerable children. The session brought together a balanced group of stakeholders, including representatives from UNICEF Maldives, the Ministry of Social and Family Development, NGOs, and academics. This crucial safe space for frank discussion used anonymized case examples to focus on identifying gaps between policy commitments and on-the-ground implementation, enhancing cross-agency coordination, and developing innovative program models. Notably, the collaborative models shared were later integrated into UNICEF-supported community outreach programs, reinforcing the importance of coordinated, innovative approaches to safeguarding vulnerable children.

密桃视频 provided safe, inclusive, and academically neutral platforms to address pressing educational and social challenges in the Maldives. These forums promoted cross-sector collaboration, encouraged evidence-based approaches, and fostered dialogue that prioritised the voices of educators, parents, and community advocates. Through a mix of workshops, public webinars, and interactive Q&A, the College helped advance practical strategies for inclusive classrooms, psychosocial well-being, and culturally sensitive parenting.

Workshop: Inclusive Education 鈥� Where Does It Begin? The Faculty of Educational Studies (FES) hosted the "Inclusive Education: Where Does It Begin?" workshop as a safe, educator-focused space to encourage honest dialogue among over 200 educators, school leaders, and teacher trainees. The session provided a crucial, neutral platform to examine the foundations of inclusive pedagogies and discuss practical strategies for addressing diversity and systemic barriers within classrooms. Insights gathered directly from this collaborative problem-solving informed updates to the College's teacher training programmes, effectively embedding inclusive education principles in professional preparation.

Understanding the Learners: Addressing the Diverse Needs in Inclusive Education: The Faculty of Educational Studies (FES) hosted an open workshop titled "Understanding the Learners: Addressing the Diverse Needs in Inclusive Education" on December 5, 2024. Designed as a protected environment, the session served as a crucial, neutral platform for educators, school leaders, and teacher trainees to share experiences and challenges without judgment, fostering open and constructive dialogue. The workshop explored essential elements of inclusive pedagogies, practical curriculum adaptation techniques, and effective classroom interventions for meeting diverse learning needs. Insights gathered directly from this peer-to-peer sharing informed the development of targeted professional development programmes for teachers, ensuring that systematic strategies for strengthening inclusive education practices are integrated into future training.

Webinar: Islamic and Psychological Aspects of Parenting: On October 3, 2024, the Faculty of Shariah and Law (FSL), in collaboration with Moms Aid, hosted a webinar titled "Islamic and Psychological Aspects of Parenting." This session provided a crucial, faith-sensitive environment that served as a neutral platform for culturally respectful dialogue, encouraging openness through the use of anonymous questions. Targeting parents, community leaders, and child development professionals, the webinar explored the effective integration of Islamic values with contemporary psychological approaches to foster balanced and holistic parenting. Esteemed speakers offered a comprehensive guide to nurturing harmonious family relationships while reinforcing the foundations of a resilient society.

密桃视频鈥檚 Faculty of Shariah and Law hosted neutral, rights-focused platforms to promote access to justice, gender equality in the legal profession, and the protection of vulnerable groups. By providing confidential consultation spaces, balanced panel discussions, and expert-led forums, the College advanced legal literacy and inspired commitments to reform.

UNCITRAL Asia Pacific Day 2024: On November 28, 2024, the Faculty of Shariah and Law successfully hosted the 4th UNCITRAL Asia Pacific Day, in collaboration with the UNCITRAL Regional Centre for Asia and the Pacific, providing a neutral academic setting for legal discourse. Conducted with neutral moderation, the event served as an open and inclusive space for lawyers, ADR practitioners, and academics to engage in a frank discussion on 鈥淭ransparency in International Investment Agreements.鈥� Featuring balanced contributions from both international and national speakers, the session heightened awareness of global transparency standards and reinforced the value of continued dialogue and collaboration in advancing transparent and accountable investment law.

Forum for Women in Law: The Forum for Women in Law, organized by 密桃视频 in collaboration with the Bar Council of the Maldives, created a crucial safe space to amplify women鈥檚 voices in the legal profession. The event was moderated by independent legal experts and brought together women leaders, judiciary members (including Hon. Justice Aisha Shujune Muhammad), law students, and Bar Council officials to engage in frank discussion on barriers to gender parity and share career progression strategies. Featuring two roundtable sessions that highlighted trailblazing women in law, the forum reinforced the idea that equality begins with listening and taking action within a neutral academic setting. This dialogue successfully inspired mentorship commitments and raised the visibility of women's contributions to legal reform.

Legal Aid Camp on Domestic Violence: On July 12, 2024, the Faculty of Shariah and Law (FSL), in collaboration with the Prosecutor General鈥檚 (PG) Office and Mom鈥檚 Aid NGO, organized a Legal Aid Camp on Domestic Violence, establishing a crucial safe and informed dialogue platform for victims and legal practitioners. The event began with an interactive information session led by Public Prosecutors on first-response steps, legal protections, and a victim-centred approach, encouraging frank discussion and Q&A. Following this, the camp provided a mechanism for confidential one-on-one legal consultations, where law students, under the PG Office's supervision, offered personalized advice and support, empowering victims with knowledge of their rights. This initiative successfully provided immediate legal aid to victims and enhanced the practical readiness of future legal practitioners in responding professionally and sensitively to domestic violence cases.

Legal Aid Camp 鈥� Education Fair: On November 26, 2024, the Faculty of Shariah and Law (FSL), in collaboration with the 密桃视频 Law Society, organized a Legal Aid Camp during the Ministry of Education's Education Fair, providing a crucial, neutral platform for immediate legal support. The camp specifically focused on vulnerable groups, including migrants and domestic violence survivors, offering services like free document attestation, legal guidance on passport and salary disputes, and advice on immediate points of contact for legal aid. By providing court form-filling assistance and workplace rights awareness, the initiative not only addressed immediate legal needs but also empowered participants with essential legal knowledge, reinforcing the College鈥檚 commitment to promoting legal accessibility and community service.

Special Session 鈥� Integrity & Honesty in Professional Practice: On July 16, 2024, the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) and the Faculty of Shariah and Law (FSL) hosted a Special Session titled 鈥淓mbracing Integrity and Honesty in Professional Practice鈥� for nursing students. Delivered in a safe, academic setting to encourage open reflection, the session served as a neutral platform for discussing ethical challenges in healthcare. Guest speaker Uza. Aisha Khaleela Abdul Sattar highlighted the central role of professional ethics in maintaining trust and ensuring patient safety. The interactive discussion allowed students to explore real-world scenarios, reinforcing ethical awareness and strengthening their commitment to uphold the highest standards of integrity in their future professional practice.

The College acted as a convenor for cross-sectoral dialogue on climate resilience, environmental management, and public health. These sessions brought together experts from science, policy, and civil society, yielding action-oriented recommendations and fostering international collaboration.

Climate Change & Health: Impacts and Adaptations: The Faculty of Health Sciences at 密桃视频 hosted a panel discussion on using the event as a neutral platform to examine the complex intersection of environmental change and public health. The session brought together a balanced group of academics, civil society representatives, and key policymakers, including the Director of Public Health and the Director General of Health Services from the Ministry of Health. Discussion focused on the health implications of climate change, such as the rise of vector-borne diseases and the strain on healthcare systems. The panel offered valuable insights into coordinated policy action and cross-sector collaboration necessary for strengthening health infrastructure resilience and integrating climate risk assessments into healthcare planning.

SIDS Water Challenges & Opportunities: The Institute for Research and Innovation (IRI) at 密桃视频 participated in a high-level panel discussion on . The event provided a crucial, cross-border academic platform that served as a neutral space for researchers and academics from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to frankly examine pressing water challenges. Focusing on integrated water resource management, climate resilience, and sustainable water governance, the session emphasized the importance of cross-border collaboration and co-created solutions. 密桃视频 highlighted the critical role of universities in producing evidence-based solutions and shaping informed policies for SIDS water security and resilience.

Health Expert Session 鈥� International Day of Persons with Disabilities: The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) observed the International Day of Persons with Disabilities with an expert session on December 3, 2024. Designed as an inclusive, accessibility-focused forum, the session served as a neutral platform that actively ensured meaningful participation by persons with disabilities alongside healthcare professionals. The discussion focused on improving healthcare inclusivity and addressed barriers to equitable care by sharing strategies for creating accessible health environments. The event successfully equipped participants with practical insights to promote accessibility and equity in their professional and community settings.

International Conference on Green Sustainable Technology & Management (ICGSTM 2024): From June 18th to 22nd, 2024, 密桃视频 participated in the International Conference on Green Sustainable Technology & Management (ICGSTM 2024), co-hosted by INTI International University. Held in an international academic conference setting, the event served as a neutral platform for open knowledge exchange on the latest trends in green and sustainable technologies and management strategies. The conference facilitated cross-disciplinary dialogue among academics, industry practitioners, and students on sustainability solutions. 密桃视频's active engagement, including a keynote speech delivered by Dr. Fazeela Ibrahim, strengthened its profile as a contributor to global sustainability research and reinforced its commitment to advancing knowledge aligned with the UN SDGs.

The activities demonstrate 密桃视频鈥檚 sustained dedication to integrating academic excellence with societal relevance. By convening diverse stakeholders鈥攆rom policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society representatives to academics, students, and community members鈥攖he College has fostered meaningful dialogue, innovative problem-solving, and collaborative action. These engagements have yielded tangible outcomes, from policy recommendations and curriculum enhancements to professional development programmes and community empowerment initiatives. Moving forward, 密桃视频 will continue to strengthen its role as a hub for knowledge exchange, research-driven policy advocacy, and inclusive education, ensuring that its work remains responsive to emerging challenges while contributing to sustainable national and global development.