Under the patronage of the President of Al-Zahraa University (PBUH) for Women, Prof. Dr. Zainab Al-Sultani, and under the supervision of the Dean of the College of Education, Prof. Dr. Iman Samir Bahiyya, the College of Education – Department of Special Education organized a scientific workshop entitled “Emotional Intelligence and Mechanisms for Building Self-Confidence.” The workshop was delivered by Assist. Prof. Dr. Nisreen Ali Al-Jilawi, Head of the University Guidance Division, and Assist. Prof. Dr. Haifa Mahmoud Al-Ashqar, Officer of the Continuing Education Unit.

The workshop addressed the concept of emotional intelligence as an effective tool that enables individuals to understand themselves, analyze their emotions, and interpret the emotional responses of others, emphasizing its pivotal role in guiding emotions in ways that promote psychological stability and personal balance. It also discussed the philosophy of self-confidence based on self-acceptance and self-appreciation, even in moments of failure, highlighting that emotional intelligence constitutes the solid foundation upon which sustainable self-confidence is built.

The workshop aimed to empower participants with skills in emotional awareness and regulation, and to equip them with modern strategies for identifying personal strengths and developing effective communication skills. This, in turn, contributes to building a well-balanced personality capable of confronting contemporary societal challenges with flexibility, confidence, and a sense of responsibility.