Mesopotamian Water Forum Virtual Assembly: “Discussing Water in Times of Corona” – Join Us!
One year ago in April 2019, the 1st Mesopotamian Water Forum was held in Sulaymaniyah, in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. More than 180 water activists from the Mesopotamia region and other countries gathered for 3 days of workshops and discussions on dams, pollution, democratic water management, and released a declaration (Press Here). A landmark […]
The Social and Political Roles of Girls and Women During the New Coronavirus Epidemic
A Webinar by the “She Revolution” Group In light of the spread of the Coronavirus and the institution of home quarantine throughout Iraq, for two weeks and possibly continuing much longer, girls and women bear double burdens these days. They are activists, still engaged in social and political life, especially because of their important roles […]
What is Solidarity in the Time of the Coronavirus Epidemic?
Iraqi Civil Society Solidarity Initiative Webinar Throughout its existence, the Iraqi Civil Society Solidarity Initiative (ICSSI) has worked to connect the growing Iraqi civil society with international civil society organizations in order to build solidarity and promote peace and human rights across communities. Once again we are faced with a crisis that impacts our lives […]
Iraqi government calls on civil society to fight COVID-19
AlMONITOR Lujain Elbaldawi BAGHDAD — Despite the Iraqi government’s intensive efforts to fight the novel coronavirus, it seems unable to accommodate the difficult circumstances due to its limited resources, not to mention the political crisis that has been plaguing it since protests erupted in October 2019. The Iraqi government is thus calling on civil society and charities […]
A View of Iraq During the Pandemic
“It is a strange year; in just 3 months many political and social changes have taken place.” This is how Muhammad, a 22-year-old university student, began his speech describing the general scene in Iraq since the beginning of this year. He continued, “Since the beginning of the year, major events have happened in quick succession, […]
Adnan Al-Zarfi, Another Controversial Prime Minister Now Faces Widespread Criticism
On Tuesday 17 March, President Barham Salih officially chose Mr. Adnan Al-Zarfi to form the new government, 15 days after Muhammad Tawfiq Allawi apologized and withdrew his nomination, acknowledging that he did not have the support of the people needed to assume the position. Al-Zarfi, the former governor of Najaf and the head of the […]
Coronavirus Damages Iraqi Economy With Fall in Tourism and Oil Prices
Al-Monitor | Omar al-Jaffal As of March 23, Iraq had registered 266 novel coronavirus cases, with 23 deaths. Although Iraq is much better off than many other countries, the fast-growing number of cases — 33 new infections and three more deaths in a 24-hour period — indicate that Iraq soon may face a very difficult situation. Also, measures the government has taken to fight the […]
Iraqi government officials, clerics unite against COVID-19
Al-Monitor | Hassan Ali Ahmed BAGHDAD — As the number of coronavirus cases grows rapidly in Iraq, the Shiite religious establishment is offering to help the government, campaigning against extremist groups that oppose health experts’ recommendations to close holy shrines and mosques. On March 24, Iraq reported a total of 316 coronavirus cases and 27 deaths, an increase of 50 new cases and four more deaths overnight, a substantial […]
Implementation of curfew to fight COVID-19 proves difficult in Iraq
Al-Monitor | Omar al-Jaffal Iraq is working hard to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus, which had infected 382 people in the country as of March 26, killing 36. However, people’s refusal to comply with government instructions threatens to exacerbate the health situation. The Baghdad Operations Command warned residents of the capital March 25 to abide by the 24-hour curfew imposed last week or be ready to face severe consequences. […]
The Remarkable Contributions of Girls and Women During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Statement by “She is a Revolution” – Baghdad and Basra, 22 March 2020 At this critical juncture in Iraq’s history, and given the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID 19) outbreak on world history, we, members of the “She is a Revolution” platform, declare our intention to work to maintain public health and support education, thereby […]
The Silent T Feminizing Arabic Words is Silent No More.
Shather Athar: Women’s marches in Baghdad and a number of southern provinces Iraqi women continue to fight for their right to an active role in Iraqi politics, and continue to make their presence known in the public squares where demonstrations are taking place. Their courage and steadfastness is challenging the dominant societal stereotypes which have […]
Humat Dijlah Training in Mosul: In Pursuit of a Better Environment
The youth of Nineveh Governorate are preparing to launch a major environmental campaign to confront the dangers of pollution and the deterioration of the environment in their governorate. In this endeavor, the Humat Dijlah Association organized a specialized training on environmental defense mechanisms and the protection of water resources. The training, which was held in […]