The course was inaugurated by Dr. Laila Herzallah, Assistant to the University President for Community Affairs, with the presence of the Director of Local Government in Tubas, Mr. Ragheb Abu Diak, with a speech in which she welcomed the attendees, and indicated that the aim of these courses is to develop the practical, scientific and functional skills of local authorities, and to strengthen relations between the University and the local community, within the university’s vision.