Today, Germany joined more than 18 countries and international bodies in formally recognizing ISIS' actions against the Yazidi people as genocide. This recognition not only shows survivors that the world is aware of, and condemns, the violence they suffered, but also shines a spotlight on what still needs to be done to help the community recover and prevent future acts of violence.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to announce the completion of our WASH project in Bashiqa! With reliable access to clean water, residents no longer need to fear the impact of drought in the region and instead can focus on improving their health and quality of life.
Read MoreA criminal trial began today before the Higher Regional Court of the German city of Koblenz against a German ISIS member accused of aiding and abetting genocide following her abuse of a young Yazidi woman in support of ISIS’ campaign to wipe out the Yazidi community.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative believes that access to safe drinking water is a basic human right and is necessary for rebuilding any post-conflict community. That’s why we worked to facilitate the restoration of clean drinking water in 22 areas of Sinjar, as part of our recently completed “WASH to Accelerate Sinjar’s Hope” project.
Read MoreTogether with USAID, Nadia’s Initiative is facilitating medical awareness sessions across Sinjar to improve the capacity of healthcare professionals. The sessions cover how to better address and prevent infectious diseases like cholera, hemorrhagic fever, and scabies to promote improved community health.
Read MoreAt Nadia’s Initiative, we are continuing our critical work to support members of the Adnaniya community by restoring electricity infrastructure, rehabilitating and equipping the complex’s police station, and rehabilitating the shelters of 15 families who have recently returned.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to announce that our Volunteer Teachers' Training program funded by USAID has successfully come to a close! We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all 500 participants for their dedication and hard work. Your commitment to educating the youth of Sinjar is truly inspiring.
Read MoreAs demands for quality and accessible public healthcare services in Sinjar are on the rise, we are expanding our support for Sinjar’s healthcare sector. Nadia's Initiative and USAID recently provided 5 Public Healthcare Centers (PHCs) in Sinjar with medical equipment, medicines, and supplies.
Read MoreYazidi youth are the future of Sinjar, committing to rebuilding what ISIS destroyed and laying the foundations for sustainable peace. Eman is a young Yazidi girl who is promising to do exactly that - giving back to Sinjar by studying English and medicine.
Read MoreAs survivors of genocide and conflict-related sexual violence globally continue to struggle to rebuild their lives, our advocacy work has evolved to meet the changing needs of these survivors and their communities—and it will continue to adapt as new challenges arise.
Read MoreThis is your last chance to give the gift of empowerment to women in Sinjar!
By supporting our upcoming Women's Center, you are helping NI fill a much-needed gap in the region by providing a safe, holistic, community-orientated space for women: https://nadia.la/GivingTuesday
Read MoreFrom restoring olive groves and farmlands to rebuilding houses to ensuring access to clean water, Nadia’s Initiative’s 2022 livelihoods and WASH work directly benefitted over 100,000 residents in Sinjar and Bashiqa. Watch our year end video to learn more about our 2022 work in the livelihoods and WASH sectors.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative works with women and survivors to develop survivor-centric projects that empower them to take ownership of their lives through the provision of skills training, livelihoods opportunities, financial support, education, legal aid, and mental and physical healthcare.
Read MoreAs the new year approaches, we're reflecting on our progress supporting Sinjar’s healthcare sector. In 2022, we helped 75,000 residents in the region access quality healthcare. We will continue working hard to make sure everyone in Sinjar has access to the mental and physical healthcare services they need to heal and recover.
Read More2022 has been a busy year for our education projects in Sinjar! We love to see our work make a tangible difference in the lives of children who have endured war, violence, and displacement. Watch our year end video to learn more about our 2022 work in the education sector.
Read MoreRecently, Nadia’s Initiative distributed electric wheelchairs to disabled Yazidi youth to increase accessibility and improve their independence. The electric wheelchairs will help students navigate school buildings with more ease and without aid from others.
Read MoreNadia's Initiative is launching two emergency livelihoods support projects. In Aljzeera, 22 families will be provided with emergency livelihoods support in the form of shelter repair. In Adnaniya, 15 families will also receive shelter repair. Additionally, Adnaniya complex will be provided with electricity infrastructure and the police station will be rehabilitated and equipped.
Read MoreThe completion of the brand new Mahmoodiya Primary School is a joyous occasion for students and their parents from Qasrki village. More than 200 students will be able to study in their village, and teachers will have access to modern teaching tools to improve student learning.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative is continuing our support of Sinjar's healthcare sector, having recently provided basic furniture, medical equipment, and supplies to 5 primary healthcare centers in Sinjar. This support will benefit patients and medical staff, making quality healthcare more accessible.
Read MoreThe Nadia’s Initiative executive team participated in PSVI’s conference on prevention of sexual violence in conflict. NI is committed to centering survivors in all our redevelopment and advocacy work, emphasizing the importance of a bottom-up, survivor-centered approach to prevention and accountability.
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