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For the last four decades, successive wars, economic sanction, gender-based violence, and internal conflicts For All Women and Girls in Iraq: Advancing Rights, Expanding Opportunities, Accelerating Progress Baghdad, 08 March 2025 - This year’s International Women’s Day global Iraqi women struggle to escape abuse as domestic violence rises Some women’s rights groups in Iraq are running underground shelters, The increase in women soldiers, and the visibility of their service, was integral to the military’s mission and ultimately led to major policy SMWA also pushes for women’s issues to become a mainstream concern in Iraqi society, rather than being dismissed as a minor issue by the government. 6 per 1,000 women aged 15–19 as of 2016, down from 75. Through the Network, women gained conflict resolution Women with lower educational levels are more likely to be outside the labour force. After two incredibly tough decades for women since the overthrow of Saddam Hussein, it is now cool to be young and female in Iraq. Years of sanctions, armed conflicts and political instability have left their mark. Since 2003, UN women’s rights committee publishes findings on Argentina, Czechia, El Salvador, Iraq, Lesotho, Lithuania, Kingdom of the However, women’s effective participation in formal and informal peace processes in Iraq still lags behind. IN ADDITION TO BEING Yet many Iraqi women refuse to become victims. In both parts of the country – central Iraq and the While women in Iraq are often unrepresented in many boardrooms and welcomed in more traditional roles, signs of progress with This report explores barriers to women’s participation and leadership in the Iraq context and suggests opportunities and policy recommendations for achieving full, equal, and meaningful participation The 2005 Iraqi Constitution adopted a 25 percent quota for women in parliament. Despite historical Following the collapse of Saddam Hussein's regime on April 9, 2003, many hoped that the status of women in Iraqi society would have The trail Frelund now blazes was mapped by women who fought in Iraq at a time when American policymakers were still queasy about the This project investigates the laws affecting women and girls' rights and gender roles in Iraq, and their experiences of the legal system. Women in Iraq have endured many years of repression, as a result of a strong conservative culture, economic sanctions and armed conflicts. Years of conflict and turmoil in Iraq have widowed women and orphaned children, further worsening the conditions in which they live. Political tension and violence, a weakened economy and mass displacement continues to destabilize Iraq following the war in 2003, and the rise of the Through Women Peace and Security support on peacebuilding, women in Iraq could join the country’s first National Women’s Mediators Network. The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) has contributed to a political landscape in Iraq historically characterized by Foreword As a former representative of UN Women in Iraq, I welcome this report. With such background in mind, the rest To analyze the challenges and the potential strategies to advance gender equality in Iraq in a context of transition from humanitarian to recovery and development programming, UN Women and Oxfam The Iraq Foundation is an independent non-governmental organization dedicated to supporting democratic transition, civil society and Shafaq News / In Iraq, women grapple with a multitude of rights violations across various spheres of society. The participation of women in Iraq’s peace process is Iraqi women: ‘Things were so much better before’ The tragic decline in Iraqi women’s status is the result of 30 years of war and occupation. The significance of the fact that Iraq is the first country in the Middle East to prepare a National Action Plan to implement UN On this International Women's Day, EPIC calls for greater attention to the ongoing struggle for women's rights and empowerment in Iraq. Nadje Al-Ali joins Jenni to explore the pivotal roles women are playing in the formation of a new, non-violent nation. It was in the early years of secular Baathist socialism and early in Saddam Hussein's rule that women's status and rights were formally For thousands of women returning to Iraq’s war-ravaged towns and villages, these makeshift shelters are all they have. On the other hand, Iraqi women and girls continue to defy the challenges to participation in Update, March 9th: On International Women’s Day, 17 Iraqi Women’s organizations announced the creation of a national network to combat The position of women and girls in Iraq is characterised by deeply engrained attitudes, strong cultural beliefs and societal structures that reinforce The Organisation of Women’s Freedom in Iraq – a group she founded – said she succumbed to her wounds in hospital. A report from Baghdad The UN Assistance Mission in Iraq estimated that in 2006, one of the most violent years of the war, more than 34,000 civilians were killed. Over the past several years, we’ve made remarkable strides in empowering women in Iraq. Groups such as Women Network in Iraq, Organization of Women’s Freedom in Iraq, and Iraqi Women’s Rights Organization – all created over the last 10 years – are Despite the unprecedented challenges, Iraqi women are playing vital roles in the country’s COVID-19 response, serving as leaders, health and social workers, and responders to Background on Women’s Status in Iraq Prior to the Fall of the Saddam Hussein Government Historically, Iraqi women and girls have enjoyed relatively more rights than many of their counterparts in Over the past 20 years, the fight to improve and protect women’s rights in Iraq has been incredibly challenging for me and my UN Women providing psychosocial and legal support to 1,100 vulnerable women in Kabarto camp and host community in Duhok in partnership with Baghdad Women Association. From identifying Domestic violence in Iraq is by no means a contemporary issue but a phenomenon with deep-rooted historical implications associated with life pressures and commitment to the values and traditions We are working with women in Iraq to help them overcome severe emotional trauma, teach them about their rights, acquire new business Women in Iraq are facing rising levels of domestic abuse. Women for Women International has served women survivors of war in Iraq since 2003, supporting Iraqi, Kurdish, Syrian and Yazidi women. Browse data tips and Women’s groups and civil society activists who emerged as leaders after 2003 were constantly threatened – if not killed in broad daylight – Participation of Iraqi women in the economy within 5 years (2019-2023) 2019-2020 -Prepare detailed diagnostics on the social, legislative and administrative environment to empower women -Increase A brief review of Iraq’s development, its regimes, and modes of governance and an outline of the political and socioeconomic realities that emerged from the time the British took over from the Ottoman rulers Women’s political participation in Iraqi elections and gender equality are promoted through both international commitments and domestic legal provisions. In 2020, Iraq From domestic violence, to honor killings, to the legislation of highly-regressive laws, 2024 was a year of disappointments and hardships for Iraqi women The United States, the government of Iraq and international actors must act now to significantly increase humanitarian assistance for displaced Iraqis, provide generous support to countries hosting Iraqi The assassination of woman human rights defender Yanar Mohammed, a prominent Iraqi feminist and President of the Organisation of Women’s Freedom in Iraq (OWFI), on 02 March Gender indicators for Iraq Learn more The Gender Data Portal is more than just a database of sex-disaggregated data and gender statistics. The 1969 Iraqi Penal Code permits the husband to punish the wife, and a rapist to evade prosecution if he marries the victim. As we mark International Women’s Day this month, we spotlight the main hurdles to women’s labor force participation in Iraq to shape Women and Gender in Iraq explores the socio-cultural dynamics faced by women in post-invasion Iraq, detailing their daily experiences amidst security challenges, Women are crucial allies to the efforts to eliminate extremism in Iraq. ”, underscores the Women in War The International Committee of the Red Cross in Iraq MARCH 2009 Iraqi women have repeatedly been victims of the armed con icts a ecting civilians during the last 30 years. Stay on top of Iraq latest developments on the ground with Al Jazeera’s fact-based news, exclusive video footage, photos and updated maps. As of February 2024, She noted that Iraq’s current government includes a female finance minister [Taif Sami], a first for the country, in addition to 111 female In the discussions, the SRSG and the UN team heard from the representatives an overview of the situation of women’s rights in Iraq, One in five married Iraqi women has been a victim of physical domestic violence, while one in three has been subject to emotional violence. Iraq approved the Cairo Declaration of Human Rights in Islam at the Organisation of the Islamic Conference in 1990. Equality. As a State party to the International Women living in Iraq have struggled for equality and empowerment since the 20th century. Though ISIS has Over the past four decades, generations of Iraqi women have endured difficult and exhausting periods, marked by continuous transitions through war, crisis, and post-war recovery. For the last four decades, successive wars, economic sanction, gender-based violence, and internal conflicts In the discussions, the SRSG and the UN team heard from the representatives an overview of the situation of women’s rights in Iraq, Baghdad, entity8 March 2entity25 - This year’s International Women’s Day global theme, “For ALL Women and Girls: Accelerate Progress. Iraq does not have a standalone law addressing violence against women and girls. In Iraq, years of “Ana Al Iraqiya” is a song produced on International Women’s Day 2022 to celebrate the progress and achievements of Iraqi women and highlight the important roles Iraqi women play to support their As Iraq continues to embrace progress and development across all fields, the increasing role of women in the public sphere becomes an important step towards building a more equitable society. As of This brutal killing of Yanar Mohammed, who dedicated her life to defending women’s rights, is a calculated assault to stifle human rights defenders. Clearly, women in Iraq One such initiative is the Organization of Women’s Freedom in Iraq [ii]. Iraq Asia Globally, some progress on women’s rights has been achieved. Conflict-affected Violence Against Women and Girls More women and girls in the Arab States region live a life free from violence, particularly domestic violence, and violence in The legacy of conflict in Iraq uniquely affects women in the region, who not only face general protection concerns resulting from years of Baghdad and Beirut, 1 November 2020--Women's participation in political processes in Iraq is hampered by many obstacles, despite Iraqi women’s determination to engage in the public sphere. But the country's women are some of the world's most In Iraq, women's empowerment serves as a dynamic force breaking traditional barriers, fostering societal progress. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. In Iraq, feminism is a fringe concept with little traction in mainstream society. Tens of thousands of civilians are reported to have been killed or injured in military She noted that Iraq’s current government includes a female finance minister [Taif Sami], a first for the country, in addition to 111 female Historically, Iraqi women and girls have enjoyed relatively more rights than many of their counterparts in the Middle East. Introduction Women and girls in Iraq live in fear of violence as the conflict intensifies and insecurity spirals. 59 per 1,000 in 2015. Rights. Led by Yanar Mohammed, a well-known Iraqi feminist, the organisation Legal discrimination and patriarchal violence against women and girls in Iraq persist, but female activists are leading the struggle for change. In response to the appalling humanitarian crisis, which has made millions flee their Women’s role and contributions should be nationally owned, cautiously prioritized and tailored to the specific needs of the concerned country. Peace is not settling on Iraq. Cases of gender-based violence have seen a surge of 125% between 2020 and 2021, according to the United Nations. The Iraqi Provisional Constitution (drafted in 1970) formally guaranteed Women living in Iraq have struggled for equality and empowerment since the 20th century. Women have since been visible and present in parliament 1. Violence against women in Iraq One in five married Iraqi women has been a victim of physical Iraq’s recovery from decades of conflict is a slow process where issues are yet to be resolved at national and at community level. Amidst political Few disagree that the Iraqi government’s increasingly Shia character has alienated its Sunni population—but what has mounting sectarian division meant for the rights of The backlash against women’s rights in Iraq’s Kurdistan region Choman Hardi Director, Center for Gender and Development Studies, Other work has included supporting Iraqi women’s rights groups and activists from ethnic and religious minorities to advocate for As Iraq enters a new recovery phase in 2019, the country now faces the challenge of addressing the short- and long-term consequences of conflict and mass population displacement. Through the Network, women gained conflict resolution UN Women works with Government and other partners on enhancing women’s political participation and leadership, supporting women economic empowerment, and putting an end to all forms of violence In early August 2024, thousands of women and women’s rights campaigners took to the streets across Iraq to protest proposed legal changes which effectively would Through Women Peace and Security support on peacebuilding, women in Iraq could join the country’s first National Women’s Mediators Network. 10 International agencies and civil society Abstract This report is an overview of the situation of women living without a safety net provided by family or marriage in Iraq, and legal infringements against them which are not directly related to the Since 2013, the Iraqi political scene has been affected by many developments at the national and regional levels. In the Iraqi women have been subjected to various forms of violence and discrimination, which has exacerbated with the deteriorated security situation following the US-led 2003 occupation of Iraq and . In Iraq, the adolescent birth rate is 1. Empowerment. The rhetoric after the US-led invasion, which toppled the regime led by Saddam BAGHDAD — Violence gripping Iraq has cast the country's women into non-traditional roles: providers and protectors. In Iraq, years of conflict– including the rise and fall of the Islamic State (IS) and earlier waves of violence– forced millions to flee their Index: MDE 14/005/2009 WOMEN AND GIRLS IN IRAQ ARE SUFFERING FROM SYSTEMATIC VIOLENCE AND A SUSTAINED ASSAULT ON THEIR HUMAN RIGHTS. The Iraqi Prime Minister has reportedly opened an As US troops prepare to leave Iraq, Charlotte Ashton meets three women in Baghdad who explain how their lives have changed since the war. 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