Under the patronage of Her Excellency the Minister of Migration and Displacement, Ms. Evan Faeq Jabro

The Women Leadership Institute, with the support of the United Nations Entity for Women and the Women Fund for Peace and Humanitarian Action, and in cooperation with the Ministry of Migration and Displacement, implemented the closing conference of the Work and Dignity Project

“Economic Empowerment of Displaced Women: A Step Towards Community Stability and Building Security and Peace in Iraq”

In the presence of the Deputy Minister of Migration and Displacement, Mr. Karim Al-Nouri, and the Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, Dr. Huda Sajjad, the respected

And Mr. Amer Abbas Zgheir, the respected Director General of the Planning and Follow-up Department

In the Ministry of Migration and Displacement

And the respected Ms. Intisar Karim

Head of the Women’s Department in Kirkuk Governorate

In addition to the distinguished presence of the Prime Minister – the Presidency of the Republic – the Ministries (Labor and Social Affairs – Interior – Defense – Youth and Sports – Industry and Minerals)

The Financial Supervision Bureau – University of Baghdad / Women’s Studies Center

And local governments (Kirkuk Governorate Diwan – Baghdad Governorate Council – Baghdad Governorate Diwan)

In addition to local organizations and international media institutions

The conference included speeches For stakeholders and presentations on the achievements of the Women’s Leadership Institute within the Work and Dignity project, success stories and project activities

The conference with the responsible authorities was of great importance as it contributed to highlighting the challenges facing women and girls in obtaining loans, which helps create greater awareness about these issues. The conference was also important as it provided a platform for exchanging ideas and experiences between various stakeholders, including governments and civil society organizations, which enhances cooperation in designing programs that meet the needs of women and girls.

Finally, the conference contributed to enhancing dialogue on the importance of collecting accurate data on women and girls, which contributes to improving economic empowerment strategies

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