“We appreciate and thank the efforts of Nadia’s initiative to implement this project for us because it always provides services to the village most in need. This project has had a positive impact on our daily lives.” Learn more about Nadia's Initiative’s WASH initiatives in Duhola complex.
Weiterlesen“I am happy that I have my own business and my financial situation has improved. I am now able to provide a better future for my children.” Learn more about Khalida and Nadia’s Initiative’s second women's business incubator in Sinjar.
Weiterlesen“Thanks to Nadia’s Initiative, I can now depend on myself. The thread in the needle not only sews clothes, but also fixes the needs for my poor aunt, who is running out of the medication.” Learn more about Eitimad and Nadia’s Initiative’s livelihoods support project in Bashiqa.
Weiterlesen“Our happiness doubled and the joy smiled on our faces when the water was pumped and it reached us.” Learn more about Marwa and Nadia’s Initiative’s water and sanitation projects in Sinjar.
WeiterlesenWith the skills learned from an English Language course supported by NI, Zainal pledges, “I will return the favor by teaching and enhancing the English skills of my community.” Learn more about Zainal and NI’s support for higher learning in Sinjar.
Weiterlesen“I decided to open a mini-market and nuts store after conducting market research and developing a business plan. Through this initiative, I will be able to support my children and my community.” Read more about Noura’s journey to becoming a small business owner.
Weiterlesen“We have a well in the house, but it was not potable and it caused health problems. It was hard to save money to buy water” - Zahra. No one should have to choose between health and finances. Nadia’s Initiative worked with UAE Aid to restore water and sanitation for Zahra and her family.
Weiterlesen“After repaving the road, it became clean and beautiful. People are returning to their houses and many new businesses have been opened. Now we have more customers. I love my work.” Learn more about the impact of Nadia’s Initiative and USAID’s Sinuni Road reconstruction on Hakim’s small business.
WeiterlesenWhen Nadia’s Initiative began reopening schools in Sinjar, Nasra and her siblings decided to brave the return home. To them, the opportunity to learn at Al Qahtaniya High School outweighed the fact that a large portion of their village still lay in ruins.
WeiterlesenWith quality education, Yazidi children can recover from the trauma of genocide, learn to stand up for their rights, and make change in their communities. NI has rehabilitated and reopened 20+ schools in Sinjar, helping 8,000+ students by improving access to learning.
Weiterlesen“I have chosen baking because I have done a research in my area and this business is needed & is profitable. I’m very excited to start my business soon,” shared Kani, a participant in NI Women’s Empowerment program, funded by UAE Aid. Read more from Kani.
WeiterlesenWhen Fahima and her family returned home to Dugure village, children were falling ill from drinking polluted well water. With funding from UAE Aid, NI restored WASH services in Dugure so residents can access potable water and keep their community healthy.
WeiterlesenAfter two weeks of siege, ISIS began systematic executions and enslavement in Kocho village on August 15, 2014. Read more about the Kocho massacre.
Weiterlesen“First, I hope for freedom for all the kidnapped women. Second, I hope everyone returns to Sinjar because the situation in the IDP camps is very difficult.” Learn more about Zarif’s vision for the future.
Weiterlesen“We cannot bring ISIS members who were responsible for the genocide to the courts by ourselves, so we ask for help from the international courts and Iraqi government.” Learn more about Khalaf’s vision for the future.
WeiterlesenAs the 7th anniversary of the Yazidi Genocide nears, it is crucial that we listen to survivors and create space for their grief, struggles, and hopes. That’s why Nadia’s Initiative is launching a new series where Yazidis will share what they want the world to know. Learn more about Nayef’s vision for the future.
Weiterlesen“This project has improved the morale of many of the women in the community. We are grateful that… there is more acceptance of women being the primary income earners.“ Read how Khokhi revitalized her farm with support from NI’s project to empower female farmers.
Weiterlesen“My soul was in God’s hands. If I didn’t have this oxygen machine, I wouldn’t exist,” says Golan, a patient whose life was saved by breathing support from an oxygen concentrator provided by Nadia’s Initiative and USAID.
Weiterlesen“This project strengthened my self-confidence, self-reliance, and it reduced psychological pressure,” says Wafa, an entrepreneur and graduate of Nadia’s Initiative’s Women’s Empowerment Program.
WeiterlesenSalim owns an electronics store on Sinuni Main Road. With funding from USAID, Nadia’s Initiative repaved and restored the two-sided street to improve the flow of traffic and increase commerce in North Sinjar.
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