More Than “Ink on Paper”: Four Years Since the Adoption of the Yazidi Survivors Law
The Coalition for Just Reparations (C4JR) and the Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights are publishing the third More than “Ink on Paper” annual report evaluating the current stage of YSL implementation. We do this in good faith and with a view to ensuring that the YSL realizes its full potential and doesn’t remain, as some survivors had put it, merely ink on paper.
A New Beginning for Syria: Towards a Future Free of Violence and Injustice
Jiyan Foundation reaffirms its commitment to expanding its work and services beyond Qamishlo to reach more Syrian people. Our focus will remain on providing essential psychological support, humanitarian aid, and fostering values of coexistence and justice.
Advancing Mental Health Support in Kurdistan Region: A Successful Conference on Providers’ Perspectives
The Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights recently hosted a pivotal conference, “Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq—The Providers’ Perspective,”. This event had a big impact because it talked about important problems that mental health support in the KRI faces, such as limited access to good therapy services, strict laws for psychologists, and ongoing social stigma around mental health.
2024 Open Letter to Permanent Representatives to the United Nations in advance of the annual Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security
In advance of the October 2024 Security Council Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security, this open letter was sent to UN Member States on behalf of Jiyan Foundation and 627 civil society signatories from 110 countries working on issues related to gender equality and women’s rights, peace and security, human rights, humanitarian assistance, and protection of civilians. The letter calls on the Security Council and Member States to take decisive action to protect women’s rights in conflicts and crises around the world.
Trauma Therapy Success: Zahra’s Recovery Story
Discover how Zahra overcame domestic violence and rebuilt her life with the help of EU-funded trauma therapy. Learn about the transformative power of psychological treatment and the importance of supporting survivors.
Statement from the Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights Condemning Hate Speech in Iraq
The Jiyan Foundation unequivocally condemns hate speech against any religion and stands firmly against extremism in all its forms. We are concerned about the potential escalation of this situation.
10th anniversary of the Yazidi Genocide
Jiyan Foundation stands united with the Yazidi community and other victims of ISIL’s atrocities, honoring the memory of those murdered, tortured, kidnapped, and subjected to unendurable sexual violence.
Urgent Need for Implementation of State-Sponsored Rehabilitation System Under Yazidi Survivors’ Law
According to the research, there is a troubling increase in suicide rates among Yazidis, underscoring the dire need for robust mental health support and rehabilitation services.
STATES MUST STRENGTHEN THEIR COMMITMENT TO ENDING TORTURE
Since its adoption almost 40 years ago, the UN Convention against Torture has provided a blueprint for States to make the global ban on torture and other ill-treatment a reality by establishing a set of measures, enshrined in law, designed to prevent this abhorrent practice, punish perpetrators, and provide justice and reparation, including rehabilitation, to victims.
“A story of resilience and hope” Azad’s journey from ISIL captivity to care
In the wake of the devastating ISIS genocide against the Yazidi community in 2014, the story of Azad emerges as a beacon of resilience and hope amid unimaginable darkness. Hailing from the tranquil town of Hardan in Sinjar, Azad was just a 9-year-old boy filled with aspirations of a bright future.