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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..
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..
Meet FYF’s Nursery Teacher, Bayboon Shukr
This week on FYF’s “Meet Our Female Leaders” series, we are spotlighting our Nursery Teacher, Bayboon..
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 ..
Life After Genocide: Yezidi Women Gain Improved Agencies and Marketable Skills
Kafia is a displaced Yezidi woman from Sinjar who now works as a Livelihoods Officer at the Free Yezidi Foundation, where she provides training to female artisans and oversees the development of FYF’s artisanal product lines..
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 ..
Weaving for Wellness: Women’s Income Generating Activities Improve Mental Health
Nados was forcibly displaced at the start of the Yezidi Genocide in 2014. Separated from her family and living in a makeshift tent, Nados struggled to find comfort and peace in her displacement ..
