Celebrating Culture and Achievement: FYF’s Traditional Day Party in Sheikhan
To mark the end of an incredible year, FYF hosted a Traditional Day Party for our students in the English Access Microscholarship Program in Sheikhan..
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From Adversity to Aspiration: Dalal’s Journey of Resilience and Empowerment
Dalal Muhssen, a 21-year-old Yezidi woman from Sinjar’s Kerzark village, has faced unimaginable challenges since fleeing to Kurdistan during the 2014 Genocide..
Protection & Mental Health: Holistic Trauma Recovery
In 2024, FYF provided essential protection and mental health services to help rebuild lives after trauma..
Building Brighter Futures with FYF
At FYF, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. In 2024, we reached 166 displaced women, girls, and boys in Khanke, offering English …
Empowering Women Through Skills Enhancement
In 2024, FYF launched livelihoods programs focused on enhancing women’s economic empowerment through skills development and sustainable income generation…
Celebrating the Graduation of Our Second Women’s Livelihoods Cohort: A Step Toward Empowerment and Financial Independence
We are excited to celebrate the graduation of our second women’s cohort participating in our holistic livelihoods and education program! After two months ..
Empowering Progress: Canadian Ambassador Visits FYF to Witness Impactful Change
FYF had the privilege of welcoming the Canadian Ambassador to Iraq, Christopher Boehm, to our Enterprise and Training Center (ETC) in Khanke, Duhok..
Spotlight on Advocacy: FYF Country Director at Villanova University
Last week, FYF’s Country Director delivered two powerful guest lectures to Villanova University students…
FYF in Sweden: Advocating for Yezidi Justice and Recovery
During FYF’s recent visit to Sweden, Executive Director Pari Ibrahim held important meetings with key officials and organizations to support the Yezidi community’s recovery and pursue justice..
FYF Participates in Sweden’s First Yezidi Genocide Trial
This week, FYF marked a significant step toward justice for Yezidis as Executive Director Pari Ibrahim testified in Sweden’s first trial addressing the Yezidi Genocide. The trial centers on L. Ishaq, an ISIS member charged with genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes..
Finding Hope Through Craft: Maysa’s Journey at FYF’s Enterprise and Training Center
Meet Maysa, a Yezidi woman living in Khanke IDP camp, where daily life is filled with challenges and uncertainty. Maysa is a proud beneficiary of FYF’s …
FYF Launches New Iraqi Female Changemakers Project
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of FYF’s new initiative, Iraqi Female Changemakers, a transformative project spanning nine locations across Iraq and implemented with …
