Iraq

Advocacy for Iraq

What’s Happening? 

Iraq has experienced decades of authoritarianism, violence, and displacement, and remains in a state of dire humanitarian crisis. Waves of conflict, including the 2003 U.S.-led invasion, intermittent sectarian violence, and the Islamic State’s brutal 2014 and 2017 insurgency, displaced millions of people in Iraq, including Ezidis and Syrian refugees. The residual violence has further prolonged their displacement with little access to durable solutions. Millions, especially children, need humanitarian assistance and lack access to adequate shelters, basic services, schools, and jobs. 

What Must Be Done? 

Refugees International is calling for support and protection for displaced people in Iraq, and has repeatedly warned against the risks of displaced people being prematurely returned home or further displaced. It also calls for increased access to humanitarian pathways outside of Iraq, especially for those seeking to unite with family members.