Welcome to the Web page of AlKhalil bin Ahmed AlFarahidi Center for Arabic Studies and Humanities (KAFCASH)

AlKhaleel bin Ahmed AlFarahidi Center for Arabic and Humanity Studies (KAFCASH) is an integral part of the University of Nizwa. It supports the University’s mission in enhancement of research-led culture and education. It provides a comprehensive range of research and consultancy services and strives to empower researchers to meet the challenges of the 21st Century individually and corporately.

KAFCASH was founded in 2007 as an umbrella for research, studies and academic-based publication in humanities at the University of Nizwa. The University of Nizwa named the Center after AlKhaleel bin Ahmed AlFarahidi, the well-known Omani-born scholar.

AlFrahidi is one of the first Arab intellectuals, distinguished by sharp intelligence and a wonderful ability to discover a variety of hidden systems of Arabic language and arts such as the rhythmic structures of Arabic poetry, structure and lexicalism. The University of Nizwa, acknowledged the status of this scholar by making him the representative symbol for its center which should lead research in Arabic language in particular and humanities in general.

The University of Nizwa bears, with great honor, the name of the city of Nizwa; an ancient city, symbolizing authenticity and history in Oman. Nizwa was the capital of Oman for a long time since 177 A.T. until the modern era.

By combining the name of the University with the name of the scholar, the great role assigned to the Centre becomes even more vivid.It should be the hub of academic/scientific research in humanities and excellence at the local and global level.

VISION:

KAFCASH aspires to be a leading research Center in humanities and Omani studies with a worldwide reputation.

MISSION :

KAFCASH is devoted to the production, acquisition, enhancement and sustainment of knowledge related to humanities and Omani studies.

CORE VALUES AND PRINCIPLES:

Guided by the core values and principles of the UoN, KAFCASH has adopted the following values:

• Integrity and Professionalism.
• Leadership through the development of research>.
• Partnership with national and international institutions.
• Integrated quality management.
• Sustain development of the center.

KAFCASH Aims :

The mission and values of the KAFCASH are reflected in the following aims:

• Contribute effectively to reservation and sustainability of Omani identity, heritage and culture and foster adherence to the moral and social values.
• integrate effectively into the life of Omani society.
• Establish, promote and maintain excellence in research.
• Develop community of qualified researchers.
• Enhance national and international collaboration through creative, innovative and mutually-beneficial partnerships.
• Create and enhance financial resources to ensure sustainable development.
• Promote shared governance typified by open, inclusive and transparent processes that align all resources to address established priorities.

The Operational Plan Fall 2025 – Spring 2030 ‘Way Forward’ is designed to implement the KAFCASH Strategic Plan which is aligned with University of Nizwa Operational and Strategic Plans (Fall 2025 – Spring 2030), covering the following domains:

• Governance and Management.
• Teaching and Learning.
• Research, Innovation and Consultancy.
• Society Engagement and Services.
• Sustainable Development and Entrepreneurship.

The KAFCASH Advisory Board is headed by the Chancellor of the UoN and composed of ten members representing UoN concerned Departments and Units and the Omani Society. The Board responsibilities include:

• Approval of the proposed Strategic and Operational Plans.
• Follow up the implementation of the Operational Plan, its progress, and suggest what is necessary to ensure successful reaching of the performance indicators.
• Proposing policies and regulations governing the center's work.
• Approval of the center's annual report.

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