Yezidis Commemorate International Day for the Victims of Genocide
On International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide, we solemnly honor the lives lost and forever changed by the 2014 Yezidi Genocide..
News & Updates
Triumph Over Adversity – Meet Artisan Zeena
Meet Artisan Zeena, a beacon of strength and resilience that defines Yezidi women. At FYF’s Enterprise and Training Center ..
Invest in HER – A Year-End Commitment to Holistic Empowerment
This Giving Tuesday, let’s unite in solidarity for female survivors of genocide and conflict-related sexual violence..
FYF Launches New Comprehensive English Language Education Program in Sheikhan
The program aims to empower economically disadvantaged, internally displaced individuals (IDPs), offering a comprehensive foundation in English language..
From Displacement to Empowerment
Almas’ journey from escaping ISIS in 2014 to Khanke IDP camp is a testament to her remarkable resilience..
Returning to Learning: Building a Brighter Future
FYF’s second cohort of students share the benefits of participating in English, Arabic, IT, and professional development courses at FYF’s ETC..
FYF Protection Team Conducts Comprehensive Survey on YSL Implementation Process
In a proactive effort to enhance the transparency and effectiveness of the YSL implementation process, FYF’s protection team is conducting a series of 60 surveys with YSL survivors this ..
FYF Executive Director speaks at UK Parliament’s Joint Committee on Human Rights
Last week, the Free Yezidi Foundation’s Executive Director, Pari Ibrahim, spoke at the UK Parliament’s Joint Committee on Human Rights ..
FYF’s Enterprise and Training Center: Hub for Holistic Service Provision
At FYF, we believe the secret to empowering displaced and conflict-affected communities to rebuild and improve their long-term resilience is through holistic ..
Genocide Survivors Find Joy in Supporting Each Other
Fardoz fled Sinjar over nine years ago during the Yezidi Genocide. Echoing the sentiments of many internally displaced Yezidis ..
FYF’s Justice Work to Hold ISIS Perpetrators Accountable
FYF has been working since 2019 to improve the Yezidi community’s access to justice and serve as an international leader in conducting investigations into ISIS’ crimes against Yezidis ..
Weaving for Wellbeing – Empowering Women With Sustainable Livelihoods
Zereen is a 26 year old Yezidi woman who works as an artisan at FYF’s Enterprise and Training Center. Her family struggles financially and, as the oldest of her siblings ..