THE DOPR
Empowering UOD’s Voice in a Digital World.
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The Directorate of Media & Public Relations (DOPR)
The Directorate of Media and Public Relations (DOPR) is the central communication and public engagement body of the University of Duhok (UOD). As the steward of UOD’s brand, media presence, and stakeholder engagement, DOPR plays a foundational role in shaping the University's digital footprint, enhancing its visibility, and building public trust.
In an era of digital transformation, DOPR aligns its work with UOD’s Strategic Plan 2023–2038, supporting goals related to internationalisation, transparency, data governance, and community impact. The Directorate ensures the university’s information assets are communicated with clarity, accuracy, and purpose, reinforcing UOD’s standing as a leading academic institution in the region.
Our Strategic Value to UOD
Our Strategic Value to UOD
Promoting Institutional Excellence through coordinated, high-quality communications and event management
Ensuring Information Accuracy in all official publications and digital platforms
Creating a Healthy Digital Footprint that supports UOD’s academic mission and enhances global rankings
Valuing Digital Assets and implementing data governance strategies for consistent, standardised messaging
Serving an Informed Academic Community through transparency, internal communications, and public awareness
DOPR plays a transformative role in advancing UOD’s academic narrative and public identity.
Our Structure
Our Structure
The Directorate is composed of seven integrated offices, each with a distinct role in promoting and protecting UOD’s institutional reputation:
Strategic storytelling, media relations, and internal communications to shape UOD’s message and ensure consistency.
Official news production, announcements, media liaison, and press releases showcasing academic excellence and thought leadership.
Planning and executing high-impact academic and ceremonial events that reflect the prestige and vision of the University.
Digital storytelling, social media culture, media archiving, and the preservation of UOD’s multimedia legacy.
Content auditing, language review, SEO optimization, and web governance to ensure accurate and policy-aligned digital communication.
Brand management, marketing strategy, graphic standards enforcement, and institutional visibility campaigns.
Facilitating strategic partnerships and policy engagement through collaboration with government entities and civil society.
Our Commitment
Our Commitment
DOPR is committed to:
Truthful, timely, and well-crafted communication
Maximising the value of UOD’s intellectual and media assets
Supporting digital transformation and strategic messaging
Strengthening community and government relations
By bringing coherence and creativity to UOD’s public narrative, we aim to position the University as a trusted academic voice in the region and beyond.
Stay Connected
Stay Connected
For media inquiries, collaboration opportunities, or support from any DOPR sub-office:
Email: dopr.office@uod.ac
Phone: +964 (0)62 123 0000
Location: DOPR Headquarters, University of Duhok Main Campus
Together, we inform, inspire, and engage — telling the story of UOD, one message at a time.
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