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05.05.2024

Dialogue for a better future: A roundtable discussion on vocational education and training in Iraq

Through dialogue sessions, decision-makers and citizens are connected, contributing to a brighter future. GIZ facilitated a roundtable discussion on vocational education and training in Iraq, emphasising fair access for women and girls.

05.05.2024

#GrowingProspects – Part 2: Boosting access to loans for businesses in Iraq

‘Bloom’, a project initiated by the Kurdistan Regional Government has just distributed first loans to small and medium-sized enterprises. Learn more about the importance of access to financial services and how GIZ has supported Bloom.

31.03.2024

#GrowingProspects – Part 1: Supporting small businesses, boosting local products

After years of conflict, the economic situation in Iraq remains challenging. Many Iraqis, especially the youth and those in vulnerable circumstances, are seeking income opportunities. GIZ supports them in setting up and growing their businesses.

14.03.2024

Open online courses: Developing administration, accounting and sales skills on Atingi

As remote, easy-to-access and free online courses have become increasingly popular, GIZ developed three modules on business skills to equip Iraqi job seekers with relevant skills.

08.03.2024

#InvestInWomen: Iraqi women play key role in building a prosperous society

Women’s rights are human rights. Strengthening women’s rights and their participation in society builds the foundation for more peaceful and prosperous societies.

21.02.2024

Pillars of progress: Strengthening engineer’s expertise in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

GIZ supports engineers in continuous learning to comply with global industry standards.

19.12.2023

Center stage at COP28: German-Iraqi development cooperation on climate and water security

At COP28 in Dubai, GIZ, alongside the Iraqi Ministry of Environment, hosted an Iraqi-German side event at the first-ever Iraqi Pavilion during the Climate Conference. This highlighted GIZ's commitment to climate change efforts and its promotion of dialogu

05.11.2023

Citizen participation through technology: "I am Parliament" app launched in Iraq

In an era defined by technological advancements, using technology to connect citizens and their government is essential. In Iraq, GIZ launched the "I am Parliament" digital app as a modern format of dialogue and participation.

25.10.2023

Civil Peace Service in Northern Iraq: promoting justice for survivors of ISIS crimes

In Northern Iraq, GIZ through the Civil Peace Service (CPS) supports the justice process for Yazidis and other minorities that were gravely affected by the crimes of the so-called Islamic State (ISIS).

15.07.2023

#MediaforPeace: Iraqi youth tell stories of social cohesion through filmmaking

Promoting social cohesion through real life stories: Young men and women from Nineveh produced several documentary films and shared them with the public to promote peace and unity.

13.02.2023

Transforming plastic waste into opportunities: how plastic becomes an asset for people and planet

Recycling, upcycling and enabling: In Sulaymaniyah in Northern Iraq, plastic waste is turned into valuable materials for trainings and start-ups – a win-win situation for people and the planet.

01.10.2022

Business Journalists for Change: Reporting about political reforms

Journalists play a key role in facilitating economic reforms - especially in post-conflict countries. To support Iraqi journalists in doing so, GIZ partnered with Deutsche Welle Akademie.