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Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights is a charitable organization supporting survivors of human rights violations, defending fundamental freedoms, and promoting democratic values. Our programs provide mental health and medical treatment, and other support services to survivors of trauma, terror, domestic violence and human rights violations in Kurdistan-Iraq, Iraq, and northeast Syria.
Our monthly newsletter is designed to keep our community informed on our work supporting survivors of trauma, terror, domestic violence, and human rights violations in the regions we serve.
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Concerns about the non-renewal of UNITAD’s mandate in Iraq
We, the undersigned organizations, have been made aware of highly concerning news that the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/ISIL’s (UNITAD) mandate may not be renewed in Iraq beyond September 2024.
Study and Recommendations to mitigate against the reenlistment of Yazidi children from military groups
Jiyan Foundation publishes study and recommendations to mitigate against the reenlistment of Yazidi children from military groups Duhok (July 24, 2023) – August 3rd marks
Mental Health Awareness Month – Every Month
🧠 Mental Health Awareness Month – Every Month “Providing safe spaces to talk about our mental health is the responsibility of everyone. Every individual, family,
Statement on Unrest in Sinjar, Hate Speech, and the Path Forward
Statement on Unrest in Sinjar, Hate Speech, and the Path Forward Duhok (May 08, 2023) – We are deeply troubled by the choices of local
Addressing Climate Change & Mental Health at the 🌱 Healing Garden
Addressing Climate Change & Mental Health at the Healing Garden Our staff in Chamchamal outside our newest building for psychotherapy and group activities This month
Former President Dr. Barham Salih on shaping the Yazidi Female Survivors’ Law in Iraq | Never Again Another ISIS
Former President Dr. Barham Salih on shaping the Yazidi Female Survivors’ Law in Iraq | Never Again Another ISIS We should all be united on