This week, Nadia Murad met with the President of the European Council, Charles Michel. They discussed combating sexual violence in conflict zones, the missing Yazidi women and children, the need for sustainable solutions for Yazidis in Iraq, and holding ISIS accountable.
Read MoreClean water and sanitation are pressing issues for Yazidis. As of 2021, Nadia’s Initiative has restored the WASH infrastructure in 22 villages in North and South Sinjar. Watch our year end program review video to learn more about our 2021 work in our WASH sector.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative is committed to restoring clean water and sanitation in Sinjar schools. The Initiative recently completed its WASH work in Sinuni Secondary School, Duhola Intermediate school, Dasen Primary School, and Alyarmouk School for Girls. The new facilities will benefit 2,300 students.
Read MoreSeven years have passed since Yazidi women experienced the worst crimes against humanity. Many lost their dreams, loved ones, and lives when ISIS invaded Sinjar, and are still suffering to this day. Learn more about our 2021 work in our Women’s Empowerment sector.
Read MoreWomen in Sinjar are struggling to provide for themselves and their families. NI’s livelihoods projects aim to address this. Sustainable agricultural support means women can provide for their families, meet their daily needs, and reduce their dependence on humanitarian aid.
Read MoreNadia's Initiative believes that strengthening the capacity of Sinjar’s civil sector departments by providing them with required resources is a critical component to uplifting the livelihoods of Sinjar residents. NI has provided supplies and equipment to 12 departments in Sinjar.
Read MoreYears of displacement and violence have negatively impacted Yazidi children’s access to education and a safe, stable learning environment. Over the past year, Nadia’s Initiative has rehabilitated and furnished 15 schools and enabled more than 8,000 students to return to school.
Read MoreToday marks the “Eida Rojiet Ezi“ after three days of fasting from sunrise to sunset for the Yazidi community. We hope this Eid brings joy and prosperity to the Yazidi people and that the world will unite and stand with each other to support all victims of genocide.
Read MoreDue to ISIS' immense destruction of public infrastructure in Sinjar, the majority of returnees still struggle to access basic services, such as clean water. In Bobi village, NI built a new water tank, borehole room, and water pump, and constructed a new water network
Read MoreProviding children with the tools they need to thrive in positive learning environments is an important element of our holistic approach to restoring education. Just in time for the start of the new school year, NI supplied essential furniture & equipment to 8 schools in Sinjar.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative is addressing the community’s need for quality healthcare in Aljzeera village by rehabilitating the village’s Primary Health Center (PHC). The new and improved PHC now serves over 500 residents in Aljzeera and surrounding villages.
Read MoreReading has the potential to help survivors heal and overcome their trauma. It is also an achievable and sustainable form of redevelopment. Did you know that Nadia’s Initiative has already built 3 school libraries in Sinjar? Libraries represent safe spaces for learning and healing. Learn more to donate today.
Read MoreIn Bashiqa, Nadia’s Initiative rehabilitated the WASH facilities, kitchen, and main yard of Sheikh Obaker Temple. Sheikh Obaker is the third Yazidi temple the Initiative has rehabilitated. We hope the restored temples will offer a safe venue for future religious celebrations.
Read MorePress release: ICMP and NI have developed a partnership to support search and rescue efforts for missing Yazidis throughout 2022. “We owe it to survivors and those still in captivity to do everything in our power to bring missing Yazidis home and reunite them with their families."
Read MoreOn International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide, Nadia’s Initiative honors our commitment to supporting the Yazidi community through rebuilding Sinjar, investing in survivors, improving regional security, and holding ISIS perpetrators accountable for their crimes.
Read MoreTransportation and commerce are vital to the redevelopment of post-conflict Sinjar. Nadia’s Initiative and USAID rehabilitated the Sinjar Transportation Garage to create a safe, sustainable public space for the entire Sinjar community.
Read MoreAt least 500 million women and girls globally lack adequate facilities for menstrual hygiene management. Access to clean water, sanitation, and menstrual hygiene can eliminate one of the barriers to school attendance that girls face. Learn more to donate today.
Read MoreNadia’s Initiative is working on long-term and sustainable solutions to rebuilding and enhancing the healthcare sector in Sinjar. To combat a rise in COVID cases in the region, Nadia’s Initiative supported the “We Are With You” volunteer group to provide specialized doctors, nurses & treatment to COVID-19 patients.
Read MoreFocusing on providing primary health centers with the equipment and materials they need, as well as tailored staff trainings, helps them reduce mortality rates and improve quality of care. That is why Nadia’s Initiative provided equipment and supplies to Tel Azeer and Khanasor PHCs in Sinjar.
Read MoreFor Yazidi returnees, having a safe avenue to seek legal counsel and assistance is essential to their journey to rebuild their lives. That is why the Nadia's Initiative team spent months getting the relevant approvals and support to open the Sinjar Solicitor’s Office.
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