On Monday, September 21, 2026, Master’s student Alin Bangin Ibrahim successfully defended her Master’s thesis titled “Assessing Accessibility and Connectivity of Urban Green Spaces (UGS) in Duhok City” from the Department of Spatial Planning, College of City and Regional Planning, University of Duhok.

Supervised by Asst. Prof. Dr. Shareen Younis Ismael, the research focuses on assessing the accessibility and connectivity of Urban Green Spaces (UGS) in Duhok City. The study investigates the spatial accessibility of UGS, their connectivity, and the factors that influence residents’ ability to reach and move between green spaces. Using surveys, observations, GIS spatial analysis, and interviews, the research examines these aspects within selected areas of Duhok City.

A distinguished panel of experts evaluated the thesis for its academic contribution and practical relevance. The committee comprised:

- Prof. Dr. Hoshyar Qadir Rasul/ Sulaymani Polytechnic University – Urban Planning (Head of Committee)
- Prof. Dr. Yaseen Taha Mustafa / University of Zakho– GIS and Remote Sensing
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Hassan Najman Muhamad / University of Duhok – Silviculture
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Shareen Younus Ismael / University of Duhok – Urban Planning (Supervisor)

The College of City and Regional Planning extends its heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Alin Bangin Ibrahim on the successful completion of her Master’s thesis defense, and to her supervisor, Asst. Prof. Dr. Shareen Younus Ismael, for her guidance and support throughout the research.

We wish Ms. Alin continued success in her academic and professional journey and hopes that her research will contribute to improving urban green space accessibility and Connectivity in Duhok City and the Kurdistan Region.