Consulate General in Manchester Holds Cultural Evening for Iraqi Community

The Consulate General of the Republic of Iraq in Manchester organized a *cultural evening* attended by distinguished members of the Iraqi community from Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham.

The evening also featured a lecture delivered by Mr. Sami Al-Fares, Chairman of the Association of Arabic Supplementary Schools in the United Kingdom, entitled “Our Children Between Two Languages and Two Cultures.”, who emphasized the importance of instilling Arabic language values and expanding educational channels for the community’s children in the diaspora through supplementary schools.
He also reviewed the challenges facing Arabic schools in the UK and presented proposals to develop curricula and maintain communication with government bodies to support the education sector, stressing the vital role of the family and community.

The program included recitations of popular and classical Arabic poetry on Iraq, diaspora and national belonging by Poet Ms. Sajida Al-Fayli “Umm Salar”, which received great appreciation from the audience.

In his address, Consul General Dr. Wael Al-robaaie underscored the importance of supporting the efforts of Arabic school administrations abroad for their significant role in strengthening ties to Arab and Islamic culture and maintaining connection with the homeland.
He commended the positive role of Arabic schools and religious centers, and affirmed the Consulate General’s readiness to provide necessary support and convey proposals to relevant authorities. He reiterated the commitment to holding such gatherings that address community issues through dialogue.

Participants expressed their deep appreciation for the Consulate General’s efforts and its active role in sustaining communication with the Iraqi community.