Advocacy and the Yazidi Genocide with Abid Shamdeen

How can we best address the needs of the survivors of genocide? What does community-driven, sustainable rebuilding look like? In an episode of Conversations on Genocide, Elia speaks with Abid Shamdeen, the co-founder of Nadia's Initiative. Mr. Shamdeen shares his story, as well as provide insight into Nadia's Initiative's philosophy and impact in the Sinjar region.

Listen to the podcast here.

About Abid Shamdeen

Abid Shamdeen serves as the co-founder and strategic advisor at Nadia’s Initiative. Hailing from Sinjar, Iraq, Shamdeen is an accomplished global development specialist whose entire career has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of marginalized communities and preventing acts of violence against them.

Shamdeen passionately champions the cause of Yazidi Genocide survivors, while also overseeing vital reconstruction and redevelopment endeavors that have delivered essential aid and support to the Sinjar region. Furthermore, he played a pivotal role as a member of the Sinjar Crisis Management Team, effectively providing invaluable insights and feedback to U.S. officials concerning the well-being of Yazidis in Iraq.