Nadia’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 MoreMalika is headed back to school! But this time, things are a bit different. She no longer has to wake up early to undertake the long distance journey to school, now that a new school has opened right in her neighborhood.
Read MoreDasen Primary School is officially open to students, with updated facilities and new classrooms. We are thrilled that students can now study in a safe and comfortable learning environment.
Read MoreNadia's Initiative recognizes that investing in women’s economic independence in Sinjar has far-reaching benefits for their families and the entire community. That's why we're continuously working to restore farmlands and agricultural infrastructure in Sinjar that ISIS destroyed.
Read MoreNadia's Initiative has launched a new WASH project in Bashiqa. The Initiative will rehabilitate 8 existing boreholes and drill 1 new borehole from scratch. This project will have a profound impact on the region by ensuring access to safe drinking water for 4,000 residents.
Read MoreUpon her return to Zorava complex, Sevi, like many other returnees, was faced with a shortage of clean water. "By restoring the destroyed water infrastructure, Nadia's Initiative provided us with renewed hope. We were grateful for the Initiative's swift response to our needs, which allowed us to resume our daily lives."
Read MoreDespite having returned to Sinjar years ago, residents of Gedala village still struggled to acquire clean water for their households. With a continued focus on delivering clean water to every community in Sinjar, Nadia’s Initiative recently restored the WASH infrastructure in Gedala village.
Read MoreGlobal warming and climate change are serious threats to water-stressed regions like South Sinjar, where residents have little to no access to potable water. To address this pressing issue in a sustainable way, Nadia’s Initiative rehabilitated the WASH infrastructure in the Alqahtaniya complex.
Read MoreNadia's Initiative recognizes that rehabilitating local schools is critical to improving children's well-being, health, and productivity, while strengthening social circles among peers. To meet student needs, Nadia's Initiative built new and furnished Kolka Primary School on Sinjar Mountain.
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 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 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 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 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 MoreThousands of Yazidi women who lost their husbands became the primary income earners for their families. By providing financial, social, and psychological support to women to establish their businesses, Nadia’s Initiative is leading the promotion of women’s economic empowerment in Sinjar.
Read More“My life has changed significantly since the business was established. This small business has given us some peace of mind to keep going with our lives." Read more to learn about Fani, a small business owner, and Nadia’s Initiative’s commitment to women's empowerment.
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