Fatma was quiet and shy, but determined. She had struggled with reading and writing, but at 10, she began to participate in class, write on the board, and speak about her dream of becoming a dentist. Through Catch-Up classes in Tooz, @IraqVision , with support from #WorldVisionSingapore, helped Fatma and 166 #children strengthen their #literacy, confidence, and sense of belonging at #school. Because when children were supported, they didn’t just learn — they thrived. Learn about Fatma’s story in this link: wvi.org/stories/iraq/fatma-f… #WorldVisionIraq #Education #ChildrenFirst #HopeThroughEducation #WorldVisionSingapore

“If one thing could change my life,” 19-year-old Mahran says, “it would be a wheelchair and a toilet I can use without pain.” From Kirkuk, #Iraq, Mahran has simple wishes and dreams like everyone else, yet paralysis in his legs and the lack of accessible services are restricting him. Read his full story from @IraqVision to learn more on the struggles and challenges people with disabilities like Mahran face in Iraq: ow.ly/PoGN50XBWbK #IDPwD #IDPwD2025 #WorldDisabilityDay #DisabilityDay

In Kirkuk, Iraq, 20-year-old Huda’s whole life changed after a severe illness resulted in the amputation of her leg above the knee. With a limited income, Huda’s family struggles to afford her treatment or provide accessible wash facilities at home. People living with disabilities need access to inclusive services, especially in communities that have endured years of conflict. From @IraqVision, read more about Huda’s journey and the realities faced by many people in Iraq. ow.ly/NRjo50XBULk #IDPwD #IDPwD2025 #WorldDisabilityDay #DisabilityDay

"I say to every child: Trust yourself, believe in your ideas, stay strong and resilient. Never stop dreaming, the sky is the limit." - @IraqVision Country Director Biruk Kebede Beyene shares his words of encouragement on #WorldChildrensDay. #WCD2025 #MyDayMyRights #WorldChildrensDay2025

Seven-year-old Maili needed to walk 400 meters just to reach a toilet in school. "The facilities were far, the water and toilets were dirty, and the walk took time away from their lessons. Some children couldn’t even make it in time,” said Maili's mother Payam, a teacher at the school in #Tooz, #Iraq. Newly constructed toilet blocks and handwashing stations from @IraqVision have created clean, safe, and accessible facilities to all students at the school, including those with disabilities. Years of conflict have left Iraq’s education system and infrastructure deeply strained. In 2025, World Vision Iraq rehabilitated toilets and handwashing facilities in six schools in Tooz. Schoolchildren like Maili are also learning healthy habits through hygiene awareness sessions. On #WorldToiletDay, we emphasise that every child like Maili deserves clean, safe, and accessible sanitation, empowering them to focus on their education. Read Maili’s story and more about our work in Iraq here: shorturl.at/bzbDV #WASH

🌳 @IraqVision has been expanding green spaces in Thiqar! Along with children and the local community, they have been planting 2,400 trees in schools and parks. The project highlights how urban and school greenery improve quality of life and protect #ecosystems. We spoke with children from Thiqar who shared how they want to live in an environmentally aware and sustainable Iraq: ow.ly/6YnL50XrBnr #COP30 #NexusAcceleratorFund

💧“I want an #Iraq where there is enough clean water.” #ClimateChange is reshaping life across the country – drying rivers, displacing families, and deepening hunger. Yet amid these challenges, Iraq’s children are raising their voices. @IraqVision National Director Biruk K. Beyene reflects on how the country's children are participants in the solutions, shaping a more hopeful and #sustainable future. #COP30 #ClimateAction #ChildRights #ENOUGHCampaign #ClimateJustice

@IraqVision is proud to highlight the voices of children and youth as active peacebuilders in their communities. ✌️ They held a workshop in #Kirkuk with the Children & Youth Group of Iraq, bringing together kids, young people, local authorities, and faith leaders. In this artwork from Shayan Nuradeen, two young people share a vision of peace: a girl riding a bicycle alongside a boy in a wheelchair. From the boy’s basket, various birds of peace take flight, symbolizing diversity and inclusion. The sky bursts with vivid shades, reminding us that peace is a tapestry woven from our differences. #WorldPeaceDay #InternationalDayOfPeace

Meet Iraq’s next generation on #InternationalYouthDay! The Children & Youth Group has been launched, meeting with young people, listening to their ideas and making sure their voices are heard. Learn more from @IraqVision about the group and what the youth are calling for.

After years of conflict in Iraq, NGOs are joining forces to support its reconstruction. While visiting @IraqVision, Regional Leader @EleanorMonbiot met with representatives of the Resilience and Recovery Pathways for Iraq Programme (#RRPI). This collaboration is the way forward for the country, bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and long-term recovery. #WorldVision #farming #smartagriculture

To support farmers affected by #climatechange, @IraqVision is implementing smart agriculture. These techniques combat crop reduction, caused by soaring temperatures and less rainfall. @WVMEERO Regional Leader Eleanor Monbiot met with a farmer using climate-smart agriculture.

Mahran moves around by crawling: “If one thing could change my life... it would be a wheelchair and a toilet I can use without pain." The conflict in #Iraq stripped villages of infrastructure and clean #water. Read more @IraqVision ow.ly/jHvp50WkZBK #WASH #Disability

Asia never imagined she could be a voice for change. #Conflict forced the 21-year-old and her family to leave home near Sinjar, Iraq. Today, Asia stands up for her community after attending #inclusive #peacebuilding sessions from @IraqVision. Read more: ow.ly/qbV450Wj7ik

Eleanor Monbiot from World Vision Middle East and Eastern Europe visits Kirkuk & Hamdaniyah, Iraq, meeting the amazing @Iraqvision team. Huge shoutout to the team for their dedication to supporting the most at-risk communities & children! 👏🇮🇶 #WorldVision #Iraq #HumanitarianWork

☀️Goodbye power cuts! This #Erbil school now has solar power.😎 Learn how @IraqVision solved extreme weather issues that affected students' education in more ways than one. #OurPowerOurPlanet #EarthDay #EarthDay2025 #protectourplanet

"Today's young generation in Iraq has gotten used to living in emergency, conflict and displacement settings with limited access to shelter, food and water among other services. This has also impacted their perspectives on climate change with food security and sanitation highlighted as primary concerns." said Khalil Hamad, Operations Manager @IraqVision, at our #HNPW2025 event today. Learn more here: tinyurl.com/39hc5rsp

Our #HNPW session on the impact of climate change on children and young people in the Middle East starts in a few minutes! See you there: tinyurl.com/en5er7ry Read the report here: tinyurl.com/39hc5rsp #hnpw2025 #climatecrisis #Youth4Climate @IraqVision #WVJWG

"The road to a resilient & stable Iraq is not a quick fix but a long-term commitment. Through programs like RRPI, which integrate humanitarian, development & peacebuilding efforts, we're not just responding to immediate needs but also addressing the underlying vulnerabilities that have persisted for decades..." said @BirukK Country Director @IraqVision at today's #HNPW event. "The RRPI program is a testament to the power of collaboration, local leadership & innovative approaches that help communities build a more sustainable & resilient future." Learn more here: tinyurl.com/4z8bdhta #Nexus #Iraq #HNPW2025 #RRPI

We're live at #HNPW with colleagues from @IraqVision @Tearfund Iraq,@SaveChildrenIRQ & @AidGateOrg where we'll delve into the Resilience & Recovery Pathways for Iraq (RRPI) Program, a collaborative initiative that aims to address the root causes of vulnerability & fragility, and eventually foster the resilience, stability & inclusion of vulnerable populations in Ninewa, Thiqar & other governorates by 2030. Learn more here: tinyurl.com/4z8bdhta #Nexus #HNPW2025 #Iraq

NEW: WV MEER’s Cash Waves research is finally out! Did you ever wonder how cash and voucher assistance programmes contribute to resilience and well-being, particularly for women and children? In many countries in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, cash assistance is already strengthening household relationships and women’s financial agency, particularly among displacement-affected communities. Read the executive summary here: tinyurl.com/mr4bh2u Access the full report here: tinyurl.com/45c23auu @WorldVisionSR @wvlebanon @IraqVision @WVAfghanistan @wvromania @WorldVisionGeo #cva #CashAssistance #empowerhouseholds #EmpowerWomen #cashwavesreport