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16 Days of Activism: Iraq Reaffirms Commitment to Women’s Safety and Empowerment

calendar_today 03 December 2024

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16 Days of Activism: Iraq Reaffirms Commitment to Women’s Safety and Empowerment

Baghdad, 3 December 2024, – As part of the global 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Girls, a national event was held in Baghdad, under the theme: “Caring for…

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UN in Iraq marks 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Girls

calendar_today 26 November 2024

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UN in Iraq marks 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Girls

Baghdad/Erbil, Iraq – 26 November 2024 - The United Nations in Iraq launched the annual 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women and Girls. This global campaign focuses…

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UNFPA Congratulates the Government of Iraq on Successful Completion of Population and Household Census

calendar_today 26 November 2024

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UNFPA Congratulates the Government of Iraq on Successful Completion of Population and Household Census

Baghdad, 26 November 2024 – The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the Government of Iraq, under the leadership of Prime Minister H.E…

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First Census in Over Three Decades Begins in Iraq, Backed by UNFPA Expertise

calendar_today 20 November 2024

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First Census in Over Three Decades Begins in Iraq, Backed by UNFPA Expertise

Today marks a historic milestone as Iraq launches its first national population and household census in over three decades. This census is a pivotal moment for the country,…

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New Women’s Protection Centre in Anbar: A Milestone for Violence Survivors

calendar_today 18 September 2024

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New Women’s Protection Centre in Anbar: A Milestone for Violence Survivors

In a joint effort with the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs and Anbar Governorate, UNFPA celebrates the launch of the first Women Protection Centre in Ramadi, Anbar. This…

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UNFPA and Rudaw’s "Basics of Journalism" Project Wins Stevie® Award for Best Social Program in MENA Region

calendar_today 25 August 2024

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UNFPA and Rudaw’s "Basics of Journalism" Project Wins Stevie® Award for Best Social Program in MENA Region

The "Basics of Journalism" project, a groundbreaking initiative led by UNFPA Iraq in partnership with Rudaw Media Network, has been honored with the Stevie® Award for the Best…

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Empowering Change: A Journey of Hope and Strength

calendar_today 15 August 2024

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Empowering Change: A Journey of Hope and Strength

In a small, overcrowded house in Al-Qaim, Alaa lived with her husband's family, struggling with constant psychological and economic pressures. The house's cramped size intensified…

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UNFPA and Iraqi Government Sign Key Memorandum of Understanding on Population and Housing Census in Iraq

calendar_today 10 July 2024

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UNFPA and Iraqi Government Sign Key Memorandum of Understanding on Population and Housing Census in Iraq

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Government of Iraq have formalized a significant agreement to enhance joint cooperation in conducting the 2024 Population and…

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UNFPA and UNICC Enhance Response to Electronic Crimes and Digital Harassment in Kurdistan

calendar_today 02 May 2024

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UNFPA and UNICC Enhance Response to Electronic Crimes and Digital Harassment in Kurdistan

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Country Office in Iraq and the United Nations International Computing Centre (UNICC) organized training to enhance the Kurdistan…

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