Nadia's Initiative

This year, Nadia's Initiative completed 2 projects to boost the livelihoods of survivors returning to Sinjar. The projects will serve nearly 1,500 beneficiaries. Follow along to see additional project updates in 2025 as we press on with this important work.

As 2024 comes to an end, we are incredibly grateful for your support of our mission. Nadia's Initiative made important progress this year: supporting survivors at our new Women’s Center; commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Yazidi genocide; supporting the development of children and youth in Sinjar; freeing women and girls in ISIS captivity; and holding perpetrators of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) accountable for their crimes. Sadly, conflict and #CRSV are on the rise worldwide, and survivors and communities in crisis will face even greater challenges in the coming months. Can you make a gift to Nadia’s Initiative before the year ends to expand our survivor-centric programs and advocacy in 2025? nadia.la/donate

Rebuilding strong communities starts with establishing strong foundations, and healthcare access is key! 🏥 In Sinjar, restoring and expanding health infrastructure isn’t just about medical care—it’s about creating spaces for healing, resilience, and hope. With these projects, NI is helping families thrive and build a healthier tomorrow. Stay tuned—an exciting new healthcare initiative is on the horizon! 🌟 More details coming soon. #NadiasInitiative #HealthcareAccess #RebuildSinjar

💧 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

Happy Eid to Yazidis across the globe! ☀️ NI is proud to help rebuild the Sinjar so survivors can observe the holiday in their homeland.

Empowering women one click at a time! 💻✨ The need for computer literacy cannot be understated in today's world. NI's computer courses at the Women’s Center give Yazidi women the tools to rebuild their lives, build independence, and create meaningful friendships. Who’s ready to log in? 🙌 #EmpowerWomen #NIWomensCenter

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

At the Women's Center, education isn’t just about learning new skills—it’s about building lifelong friendships! 📚✨ From literacy courses to vocational training, these shared experiences create a community where women can grow, support one another, and thrive together. 💛 #EmpowerWomen #StrongerTogether

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

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