The terrorist organization Islamic State (IS) spread fear and terror in Iraq. Yazidis in particular suffered greatly under the reign of terror, and in 2023 the genocide by IS was officially recognized by the German government.
They fled their home, the Shingal region, around ten years ago. But even years after liberation, it still resembles a field of rubble. Some families wanted to preserve one last piece of their sovereignty and instead of settling in the overcrowded camps for refugees, they settled in the abandoned villages in the north, from which people were in turn displaced by IS.
Education / Bildung (EDU)
- Funding three teaching positions at the HELIN Education Center of the association Hand für Hand e. V., where Yazidi children and adults are taught English, art, and music. In addition, sewing courses and literacy classes for women are offered.
- In cooperation with SEZ and the association Hand in Hand e. V., supporting the establishment of an independent internet radio station as a platform for education, exchange, and the voices of minorities.
Food, Security and Nutrition (FSN)
- Finanzierung des Baus einer Backstube und eines Teehaus für jesidische Frauen im Dorf Sina.
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In northern Iraq, we support HAND FÜR HAND e. V. by funding three teachers at the HELIN education center.
