Nadia's Initiative

Nadia's Initiative

Non-profit Organization Management

Washington, District of Columbia 5,045 followers

Rebuilds communities in crisis and advocates for survivors of sexual violence. Founder: Nobel Laureate Nadia Murad

About us

Nadia’s Initiative is dedicated to rebuilding communities in crisis and advocating globally for survivors of sexual violence. Nadia’s Initiative’s current work is focused on the sustainable re-development of the Yazidi homeland in Sinjar, Iraq, where Nadia grew up. When ISIS launched their genocidal campaign, they not only killed and kidnapped Yazidis, but also destroyed the Yazidi homeland to ensure the community could never return. Nadia’s Initiative works with the local community and a variety of implementing partners on the ground in Sinjar to design and support projects that promote the restoration of education, healthcare, livelihoods, WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene), and women’s empowerment in the region. All Nadia’s Initiative programs are community-driven, survivor centric, and work to promote long term peace-building. Nadia’s Initiative advocates governments and international organizations to support efforts to rebuild Sinjar, seek justice for Yazidis, improve security in the region, and support survivors of sexual violence worldwide.

Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Washington, District of Columbia
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2018

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Employees at Nadia's Initiative

Updates

  • 💧 Water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure is crucial to rebuilding a Sinjar that is safe and sustainable for returnees. 🚰 This year we completed a WASH project that rehabilitated infrastructure in Maao village and Jafriya village. The infrastructure will serve 661 beneficiaries. Follow along to see the projects we complete in 2025. If you would like to support our work, go to nadia.la/donate

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  • Education is key to transforming ideas, creating opportunities, and reimagining futures. Access to learning not only opens doors to job opportunities but also provides children with the skills to stand up for their rights and make change in their communities. However, in Sinjar, years of neglect and conflict have left schools in disrepair, with crumbling infrastructure, a critical shortage of teachers, and students learning in unsafe environments. By reconstructing and furnishing primary, middle, and secondary schools, providing school supplies, and investing in early childhood and post-secondary education, NI is laying the groundwork for a brighter future in Sinjar. #EmpowerChildren #Education #NadiasInitiative

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  • Human Rights Day is a reminder of the ongoing fight for justice and dignity for survivors of atrocities. Nadia’s Initiative is dedicated to rebuilding Sinjar and advocating for survivors of sexual violence worldwide. Through global advocacy and community-driven programs, NI is restoring education, healthcare, and livelihoods while shaping policies safeguarding human rights. NI creates impact by amplifying survivors’ voices and promoting justice, security, and peace #HumanRightsDay #JusticeForSurvivors #RebuildSinjar

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  • On Genocide Prevention Day, Nadia's Initiative honors victims and calls for action. The 2014 genocide against the Yazidis serves as a reminder that the impact of genocide is not confined to a single moment. Survivors face ongoing challenges: displacement, destroyed infrastructure, and the absence of justice. With over 2,000 Yazidis still missing, it is crucial to prioritize rescue efforts, rebuilding communities, and ensuring accountability for those who committed these atrocities. Justice and prevention go hand in hand. By addressing the roots of violence, systemic discrimination, and persecution of marginalized groups, we can prevent the crime of genocide everywhere and empower survivors to rebuild their lives across the globe. #GenocidePreventionDay #NeverAgain #YazidiGenocide #JusticeForSurvivors

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  • Nadia's Initiative reposted this

    This week, our founder Nadia Murad was featured as one of the #BBC100Women of 2024. BBC 100 Women celebrates women's resilience in the face of profound global challenges. This year’s list puts a spotlight on women around the world who are driving change in the face of deadly conflicts and humanitarian crises, polarizing societal shifts, and the climate crisis. Nadia was selected for her decade-long fight for justice and accountability following the Yazidi genocide and her relentless advocacy on behalf of survivors of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) worldwide. She was featured among fellow activists, politicians, climate pioneers, and leaders in the STEM, education, and entertainment industries. See the full list here: https://lnkd.in/ea4x_Avv On December 14th, a conversation with Nadia will air on BBC News. You can watch the interview at nadia.la/bbc100women

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  • This week, our founder Nadia Murad was featured as one of the #BBC100Women of 2024. BBC 100 Women celebrates women's resilience in the face of profound global challenges. This year’s list puts a spotlight on women around the world who are driving change in the face of deadly conflicts and humanitarian crises, polarizing societal shifts, and the climate crisis. Nadia was selected for her decade-long fight for justice and accountability following the Yazidi genocide and her relentless advocacy on behalf of survivors of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) worldwide. She was featured among fellow activists, politicians, climate pioneers, and leaders in the STEM, education, and entertainment industries. See the full list here: https://lnkd.in/ea4x_Avv On December 14th, a conversation with Nadia will air on BBC News. You can watch the interview at nadia.la/bbc100women

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