Discussing the compatibility of women’s right to grant citizenship with Iraq’s international legal obligations

Under the auspices of the Women’s Affairs Department / Presidency of the Republic, the Women’s Leadership Institute implemented a session on

Discussing the harmonization between women’s right to grant citizenship with Iraq’s international legal obligations

Within the global campaign for the right to grant citizenship

In the presence of the respected Advisor to the President of the Republic, Dr. Amir Al-Kanani

And Ms. Hana Emmanuel, Director General of the Department

Other parties

Parliamentary Human Rights Committee

Ministry of Justice

Human Rights Commission

Professors at the College of Law

Local and international organizations

The session discussed the harmonization between women’s right to grant citizenship with Iraq’s international legal obligations, as the Nationality Law in force in Iraq No. 26 of 2006 is one of the modern legislations that enhance the principle of equality for women. The law stipulates that Iraqi citizenship is a right for every Iraqi, and it is the basis of his citizenship, and anyone born to an Iraqi father or an Iraqi mother is considered Iraqi

The session also focused on the importance of women’s right to grant citizenship with Iraq’s international legal obligations, which lies in several aspects, including

Enhancing women’s rights: Women’s right to grant citizenship is part of their constitutional rights and international agreements that enhance women’s rights.

Achieving equality: This right promotes the principle of equality between men and women in the field of nationality.

International legal obligations: This right reflects Iraq’s international legal obligations, especially with regard to international agreements against discrimination against women.

Improving the status of women: This right contributes to improving the status of women in society, especially with regard to their rights to nationality.

Enhancing the role of women: This right enhances the role of women in society, especially with regard to achieving equality and enhancing their rights