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Iraq

About the Situation

By the Numbers

More than 31,000,000 people live in Iraq

25% of the people in Iraq live below the poverty line

15% of the population is unemployed

(Sources: U.S. government)

Decades of political instability have affected Iraq’s economy, infrastructure, employment and social programs. According to the World Food Programme, the country’s educational programs and health care services have also suffered.

While some strides have been made in improving socio-economic issues, governmental analyses report that some 6.4 million Iraqis remain extremely vulnerable to food insecurity, and are relying on public assistance for their meals. Continuing violence in the region, joined with power outages, water shortages and rising food prices, exacerbate already-desperate living conditions for millions in Iraq.

How Islamic Relief is Helping

Islamic ReliefTM has been working in Iraq since 1997. In 2003, Islamic Relief Iraq opened in Baghdad for the maintenance and oversight of long-term programs. In times of emergency and turmoil, relief teams have been quick to get health kits to hospitals and health centers treating thousands of injured. Islamic Relief teams have also distributed food rations to help alleviate hunger during times of instability.

Here’s a breakdown of some programs Islamic Relief has supported in Iraq:

ORPHAN SUPPORT & SPONSORSHIP
On going

RAMADAN FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Seasonal

UDHIYAH/QURBANI DISTRIBUTION
Seasonal

Here are photos taken by Islamic Relief teams in the field in Iraq.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Participate

by organizing and attending local fundraisers that support IRUSA’s efforts.

Advocate

by sharing information about IRUSA’s efforts with your social media networks.

Donate

to the Iraq Humanitarian Aid fund to support efforts these days.