How many NGOs are in Iraq?

At a Glance. As of September 2020, the Federal NGOs Directorate reported that it had registered 3,200 NGOs. In Kurdistan, the NGO Directorate reported approximately 3,800 NGOs registered as of September 2020.

What NGOs are in Iraq?

National NGOs

• Access Aid Foundation (AAF)
• Al Nahrain Foundation for Relief & Development.
• Al Rayan Humanitarian Foundation.
• Al-Raghad Organization for Relief and Development.
• Al-Zahaa Association for Environmental Development.
• Alind Organization for Youth Democratizing.
• All People Organization for Relief and Development.

How much is Kurdistan in debt?

Economy of Kurdistan Region

Is Kirkuk a KRI?

The Kurdistan Region Parliament is situated in Erbil, but the constitution of the Kurdistan Region declares the disputed city of Kirkuk to be the capital of the Kurdistan Region.

Is Kurdistan rich or poor?

However, despite hardships, the Kurdistan Region historically has the lowest poverty rates in Iraq. In 2013, in comparison with the southern province of Muthanna’s poverty rate at 49%, the northern Kurdish province of Sulaiminiyah had a poverty rate of just 3%.

What is the most beautiful part of Kurdistan?

The famous Dukan Lake is one of the most beautiful sites in the Kurdistan region. Surrounded by circular yellow and green hills, the bright blue lake is ideal for swimming, boating, and fishing. A visit is highly recommended.

Are Kurds Sunni or Shia?

Religion. Most Kurds are Sunni Muslims who adhere to the Shafiʽi school, while a significant minority adhere to the Hanafi school. Moreover, many Shafi’i Kurds adhere to either one of the two Sufi orders Naqshbandi and Qadiriyya. Beside Sunni Islam, Alevism and Shia Islam also have millions of Kurdish followers.

How many members should be in an NGO?

Composition of a Board An NGO Board usually has 10 to 15 members, with a President, a Treasurer and other positions designated to specific tasks/issues related to the NGO’s programme areas. The member positions could be rotating and/or renewable.

Which is the largest NGO in the Kurdistan Region?

Kurdistan Save the Children is one of the biggest NGOs in Kurdistan. With offices in all three major Iraqi Kurdish cities – Sulaymaniyah, Erbil and Dohuk – Rwanga is committed to providing accessible quality education to children throughout the region.

Where can I volunteer in Kurdistan and Iraq?

Volunteering with NGOs in Iraq and Kurdistan 1 Bring Hope. 2 Kurdistan – Save the Children. 3 Rwanga. 4 Yazda. 5 Nature Iraq. 6 Doctors Aid Medical Activities (DAMA) Based in Erbil, DAMA are always on the lookout for volunteers who can help with the day to day running of their organization.

Are there any non-governmental organizations in Iraq?

The index of NGOs working & operating in Iraq is part of the Arab NGO Directory, home of the World’s largest & most concise listing of Arab-based & Arab-destined Charitable & Non-Governmental Organizations. Indexing thousands of orgsanizations is not an easy task & we appreciate every help we can get!

Are there any schools in Kurdistan in Iraq?

With offices in all three major Iraqi Kurdish cities – Sulaymaniyah, Erbil and Dohuk – Rwanga is committed to providing accessible quality education to children throughout the region. Their vision, “A world where quality education is accessible for all,” is as important as the work they carry out.