Years of Conflict, Yet Still They Thrive

Communities in Iraq are still recovering from the shockwave of conflict that has devastated the country over the last two decades. Famine, disease, and severe economic instability created a vacuum of poverty drawing families in by the millions. Conflict intensified in 2017 greatly, displacing over 3.2 million Iraqis. Today, many are still internally displaced, experiencing hunger, and suffering from the lack of proper medical care.

The humanitarian situation in Iraq

• There are 6.7 million people (18 percent of the total population) in need of humanitarian assistance. (UNOCHA, December 2018)
• An estimated 4.5 million people face protection concerns. (UNOCHA, December 2018)
• Almost 2 million people remain displaced, over half of whom have been displaced for more than three years, (UNOCHA, December 2018)

With all this considered, one thing remains clear: The people of Iraq are resilient and, with the support of donors like you, families in need there can access opportunities to break the chains of poverty and move toward success.

Islamic Relief’s Dedication to Iraq

Islamic Relief USA has been working in Iraq since 1997.

Here’s just a sampling of recent efforts for families in need across Iraq:

• Providing essential warming aid to help families cope during the harsh winter months
• Delivering food to help those suffering from starvation
• Giving hygiene kits to refugees and internally displaced families

 Download Middle East Donor Report  (updated: May 2020)