Today the British government formally acknowledged the ISIS perpetrated acts of genocide against the Yazidi people nine years ago.
Read MoreNadia Murad met the German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, in Berlin to discuss the desperate plight of refugees across the world. Reiterating that there are now over 100 million displaced people globally, Ms. Murad stressed the importance of finding sustainable and safe long-term solutions.
Read MoreNadia Murad’s essay was published in “The Global Slavery Index 2023” from Walk Free.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative’s recent training program of nearly 500 volunteer teachers in Sinjar, funded by USAID, will mark the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of these teachers and their students.
Read MoreBehind every farm is a person with their own hopes, dreams, and challenges. That's why we take the time to listen to farmers, understand their unique needs, and provide customized support tailored to their individual situations.
Read More"Our living situation has improved greatly since receiving the interim reparations, as has my psychological state. I am now managing my business, and I feel happy when I realize that I can support my family and community through my business," Safia said.
Read MoreAs the Yazidi community in Iraq continues to rebuild in the wake of genocide, construction of a cemetery and memorial in Solagh, Sinjar, has officially commenced. Launched by Nadia’s Initiative (NI) in 2021 in response to requests from the Yazidi community, NI spent the last two years designing the cemetery and memorial in partnership with community members and a Yazidi architect. This week, construction is officially underway with support from IOM Iraq and USAID.
Read MoreIt's been a long road, but we have finally reached the finish line! Basharoz Primary School has undergone a complete transformation, with a new look, new classrooms, and updated facilities. We are confident that our students will have the best possible learning experience in this new environment.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative is working with Hungarian Interchurch Aid (HIA) to rehabilitate and furnish Solagh and Al Hateen(Dugure) primary healthcare centers (PHCs) in North and South Sinjar. The second healthcare project NI and HIA are collaborating on, once restored, these PHCs will provide access to quality healthcare for over 11,000 residents in the region.
Read MoreNadia Murad and Angelina Jolie made a joint visit to the Sinjar region of northern Iraq to mark progress made to redevelop the region and reflect on the needs of survivors eight years after the Yazidi genocide at the hands of the Islamic State (ISIS).
Read MoreIDPs face a multitude of challenges as they return to their areas of origin to rebuild their lives. Nadia’s Initiative’s Emergency Livelihoods Support project has helped recently returned families in Aljzeera by rehabilitating their shelters.
Read MoreToday, 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.
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