We are jointly committed to ending sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in conflict, which continues to besiege women, children, and men from every corner of the globe. This grave violation of human rights imprints lasting trauma onto its victims, and not enough is done to prevent it when conflicts spark.
Read MoreFemale survivors of ISIS captivity and sexual violence from the Yazidi and other minority communities suffered great harm under ISIS. To heal, they need reparations and dedicated social welfare services that address the trauma they have experienced.
Read MoreAs part of its community-driven, survivor-centric programming, Nadia’s Initiative’s programs team conducts regular community outreach workshops every month in different areas of Sinjar.
Read MoreNI recently rehabilitated & reopened Alandlos Secondary School for Boys, which is now attended by 420 primary & secondary students. This project is part of our comprehensive WASH project in Sinjar.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative is excited to announce the launch of construction work on the site for our new Sinjar Medical Center. Our flagship healthcare project, the medical center will provide comprehensive medical care for the first time in the Sinjar region’s history.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative is working on rehabilitating Wardiya Mixed Primary School, as part of our WASH project to restore clean water to 23 villages across Sinjar. Once rehabilitated, the school will have fully functional water and sanitation facilities.
Read More“I feel empowered and happy now that I can support my children and give them a better livelihood.” Learn more about Salwa, a mother of 4, who now feels secure about her children's future after reclaiming financial independence.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative marks International Women’s Day by issuing a call for concrete support, coupled with actionable goals, that will ensure women worldwide can break the bias and enjoy a truly gender-equal future.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative contributed its expertise on human-centric approaches to development at the 2022 Fragility Forum, underscoring the lessons learned through rebuilding the Yazidi community in Iraq.
Read MoreNadia's Initiative recognizes that providing Yazidi returnees with access to clean drinking water requires comprehensive, long-term solutions. That is why we are rehabilitating the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) infrastructure in 22 villages/complexes across Sinjar.
Read MoreWomen in Sinjar are significantly underrepresented in the region's agriculture and livestock sectors. Watch the video below to learn about Laila's journey to establish an agricultural business and our commitment to providing income-generating opportunities for women in Sinjar.
Read MoreAn exhumation ceremony supported by Nadia’s Initiative took place in Hardan village in Sinjar, Iraq on February 22nd, 2022. Exhumation ceremonies such as this one are important for communal healing. They allow communities to honor the lives of members who were killed and mourn their loved ones.
Read MoreA lack of government support has prevented many Yazidis from returning home. Hundreds of thousands of Yazidis still live in IDP camps just hours away from Sinjar, where they face increased violence, declining mental health, and few adequate public services.
Read More"My advice to all women is to rely on yourselves and work. We, too, can contribute to our community and provide for our families." Learn more about Suzan, a mother of two, who believes that passion and planning are the keys to success in any business, regardless of gender.
Read More“We lost all we had, whether property or money. We even lost our people after the genocide,” says Shamy Hassan Fares. Watch the video to learn more about Shamy and Nadia's Initiative's work to empower women in Sinjar.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative recently built and furnished Hayali Primary School in South Sinjar and is now working with the Sinjar Education Directorate to staff and reopen the school. Soon, 80 students in Hayali village will be able to access education in their own village.
Read MoreLearn more about Farhan’s passion for studying the English language and the role Nadia’s Initiative and its partner Jesuit Worldwide Learning are playing in facilitating access to higher education in Sinjar.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative is rehabilitating/constructing a total of 7.1 kilometers of internal water networks in Dugure complex, providing safe drinking water to over 8,359 residents. The work is part of our comprehensive WASH project restoring clean water to 22 villages in Sinjar.
Read MoreNadia's Initiative is building an integrated framework for women's economic empowerment based on their experiences, skills, and capacities. This empowerment program has directly helped 50 women rebuild their lives, reduce their economic marginalization, and reclaim their agency.
Read MoreGender inequality is a deep-seated and complex issue. The reasons for it are widespread and rooted in religion, culture, and history. We can empower women all over the world by increasing access to education, reproductive rights, the right to autonomy, job opportunities, and equal pay.
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