Women's Rights — Nadia's Initiative

Nadia’s Initiative Statement on the Killing of Yanar Mohammed

Nadia’s Initiative is deeply saddened and alarmed by the killing of prominent Iraqi women’s rights activist Yanar Mohammed. She was a courageous and unwavering advocate for women’s rights and human dignity in Iraq, and her work inspired many across the country and beyond.

We stand in solidarity with her family, colleagues, and all Iraqi activists who continue to work — often at great personal risk — to advance equality, justice, and the rights of women and girls. Their voices must not be silenced.

AdvocacyBrandon JacobsenMarch 3, 2026Women's Rights, Human Rights

Nadia's Initiative Advocacy Overview for 2025

In 2025, Nadia Murad led NI’s global advocacy efforts to advance the rights, dignity, and leadership of women and survivors around the world. From conversations with students about turning values into action, to standing alongside survivors and global leaders to drive accountability and justice, Nadia amplified the voices of women and survivors and pushed for tangible change.

Watch our 2025 advocacy overview video to learn more.

AdvocacyBrandon JacobsenJanuary 20, 2026End CRSV, Gender Equality, Justice, Accountability, Women's Rights

“Reflection Is Not Enough”: Nadia Calls for Action at UNGA

At the opening of the UN General Assembly’s high-level week, world leaders gathered to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action – the most ambitious global commitment on women’s rights and gender equality. On this historic occasion, Nadia Murad issued a powerful reminder: reflection is not enough.

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