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IHCHR Holds Awareness-Raising Workshop at Central Bank of IraqThe IHCHR, through its National Office, held an awareness-...
12/10/2026

IHCHR Holds Awareness-Raising Workshop at Central Bank of Iraq

The IHCHR, through its National Office, held an awareness-raising workshop in cooperation with the Central Bank of Iraq on cyber extortion and its implications for human rights.

During the workshop, IHCHR’s trainer Nisreen Abdul Ali explained the concept of cyber extortion, its causes, and its impact on privacy, human rights, dignity, and personal security. She also reviewed national legislation and highlighted the role of security , judicial institutions and the relevant authorities, in combating cyber extortion and protecting different segments of society from this phenomenon.
She further emphasized the importance of strengthening digital and human rights awareness, reporting cases of cyber extortion, and preserving evidence, thereby contributing to curbing this phenomenon and protecting human rights in the digital space.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
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IHCHR, TİKA Discuss Development & Humanitarian Cooperation Ms. Nour Abdul Aziz Al-Tamimi, Director of the IHCHR Head Of...
12/10/2026

IHCHR, TİKA Discuss Development & Humanitarian Cooperation

Ms. Nour Abdul Aziz Al-Tamimi, Director of the IHCHR Head Office, received a delegation from the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) in Iraq at the Commission’s headquarters. The delegation included Mr. Omar Farouk Merken, the Agency’s Programme Coordinator, and Mr. Yasser Mahmoud Hamid, a Project Expert at its Baghdad Office.

The meeting addressed prospects for bilateral cooperation between the two sides and reviewed a number of developments, service-oriented, and humanitarian projects implemented by the Agency across various Iraqi governorates. Discussions also covered ways to strengthen coordination in supporting target groups, developing institutional capacities, and promoting human rights.

Al-Tamimi welcomed the visiting delegation and commended TİKA’s ongoing efforts to provide humanitarian and development assistance. She emphasized the importance of building bridges of cooperation and fostering productive partnerships in the public interest.

For its part, the visiting delegation expressed its gratitude and appreciation for the warm reception, outlining the Agency’s future programme plans in Iraq. The delegation also reaffirmed the Turkish Government’s and TİKA’s commitment to continuing and expanding support across various vital sectors.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides agreed on the importance of maintaining joint coordination and exchanging visits to strengthen cooperation frameworks and achieve the intended objectives.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://www.ihchr.iq
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IHCHR, Ibdaa Al-Khuta Sign MoU Mr. Saad Al-Abdali, Advisor to the IHCHR, signed a cooperation agreement with Ibdaa Al-Kh...
12/10/2026

IHCHR, Ibdaa Al-Khuta Sign MoU

Mr. Saad Al-Abdali, Advisor to the IHCHR, signed a cooperation agreement with Ibdaa Al-Khuta Training and Development Company, represented by its Managing Director, Dr Wiam Salam.

In his remarks, Al-Abdali emphasized that the IHCHR is the constitutional body mandated to address human rights issues and monitor the Government’s performance in this area. He further explained that the Commission works across (21) thematic areas relating to human rights, including women’s rights, children’s rights, education, the prevention of torture, and the rights of persons with disabilities, among other issues directly affecting citizens.

Al-Abdali explained that the Commission’s work follows two stages. The first focuses on preventing violations through monitoring and follow-up teams, while the second involves investigating violations when they occur and referring cases to the competent courts, particularly the human rights courts in the governorates. He added that the Commission cooperates with civil society organizations, universities, and government institutions, having signed approximately (400) agreements in the field of human rights. He also noted that the IHCHR maintains links with all ministries, each of which has a human rights department, and participates in international forums, particularly conferences held in Geneva and other countries.

The agreement provides for strengthening cooperation in academic and scientific fields, research writing, training, mechanisms for monitoring human rights, the preparation of human rights reports, governance, and the use of technology. It also covers the organization of various specialized activities, the promotion of exchanges of expertise and scientific visits, and the holding of joint seminars, workshops, and conferences to support and develop the fields covered by the agreement. Furthermore, it stipulates that both parties may make use of each other’s available resources, including logistical facilities, in accordance with the regulations governing the respective institutions.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://www.ihchr.iq
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjlvHdzzC3S5RflvqRLgvQ
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IHCHR Signs Cooperation Agreement with Al-Rafidain Dialogue CenterAs part of its efforts to engage with intellectual, ac...
08/10/2026

IHCHR Signs Cooperation Agreement with Al-Rafidain Dialogue Center

As part of its efforts to engage with intellectual, academic institutions and civil society organizations to promote a culture of human rights, the IHCHR signed a cooperation agreement with the Al-Rafidain Dialogue Center aimed at establishing frameworks for joint coordination in support of human rights and social peace.

The agreement was signed in the presence of IHCHR’s Advisor, Mr. Saad Al-Abdali. The Al-Rafidain Dialogue Center was represented by its Director, Dr. Asaad K. Shabib, accompanied by a delegation comprising Mr. Jasim M. Al-Qabaji, Director of the Protocol and Public Relations Department, and Dr. Ammar Karim, Director of the Center’s Research and Development Department.

The agreement provides for mechanisms for cooperation in organizing seminars and specialized workshops, exchanging strategic and research expertise, and holding joint events that contribute to raising human rights awareness and supporting institutional , legislative reform efforts in the country.

During the signing ceremony, both sides emphasized the importance of concerted national efforts among official institutions, think tanks and strategic research centers to develop perspectives and studies that contribute to addressing human rights challenges and promoting the principles of democracy and transparency.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
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- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjlvHdzzC3S5RflvqRLgvQ
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IHCHR Participates in Ninewa Human Rights Forum The IHCHR, represented by the Director of its Ninewa Office, Yasser D. S...
08/10/2026

IHCHR Participates in Ninewa Human Rights Forum

The IHCHR, represented by the Director of its Ninewa Office, Yasser D. Saeed, participated in the forum organized by the World Organization for Human Rights in cooperation with the Police Command and the Iraqi Journalists Syndicate, under the theme: “Drugs, Human Trafficking & Cyber Blackmail: Human Rights and Community Security – A Shared Responsibility”.

The forum opened with a speech by the Deputy Chairperson of the Provincial Council and was attended by several Council members, the Deputy Police Commander, the Director of the Human Rights Department at the Ministry of Interior, representatives of a number of government entities, researchers from universities, media institutions and civil society organizations.

The forum included a number of dialogue sessions and presentations of research papers addressing the key challenges related to human rights and community security, particularly combating drugs, human trafficking and cyber blackmail.

Yasser follows up on relevant issues aimed at curbing the spread of these serious crimes through his membership in a number of relevant committees in the governorate, including the Committee for Combating Human Trafficking and the Committee for Monitoring Su***de Cases. He also affirmed the Office’s readiness to host educational and legal awareness activities aimed at protecting groups most vulnerable to these risks in society, particularly students, girls and women, while highlighting the IHCHR’s awareness-raising and prevention efforts to address these phenomena.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://www.ihchr.iq
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjlvHdzzC3S5RflvqRLgvQ
- Facebook (Arabic): https://www.facebook.com/ihchr
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IHCHR Follows Up on Health Services Provided to WomenThe IHCHR – Baghdad Office conducted a visit to Al-Ameriyah Health ...
08/10/2026

IHCHR Follows Up on Health Services Provided to Women

The IHCHR – Baghdad Office conducted a visit to Al-Ameriyah Health Centre to assess the health services provided to citizens, particularly women, including those who have experienced violence.

The IHCHR’s team met with the assistant Director of the Centre, Dr. Farah Saad, who explained that the Centre is the only health centre serving the Al-Ameriyah area. She noted that the Centre faces a number of challenges and constraints, including the unavailability of certain blood and viral tests, some family planning methods, shortages of certain medicines, and a lack of some medical supplies.

The team also met with Dr. Rayhana Abdullah, Head of the Women’s Unit, who explained the procedures followed in receiving women who have experienced violence and the manner in which they are supported and dealt with.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://www.ihchr.iq
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjlvHdzzC3S5RflvqRLgvQ
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IHCHR Visits Noor Al-Imam School for Blind & Visually Impaired Students The IHCHR – Karbala Office conducted a field vis...
08/10/2026

IHCHR Visits Noor Al-Imam School for Blind & Visually Impaired Students

The IHCHR – Karbala Office conducted a field visit to Noor Al-Imam Ali Secondary School for Blind and Visually Impaired Students, a co-educational school affiliated with the Holy Hussaini Shrine.

The IHCHR’s team reviewed the educational process at the school, which follows the curricula of the Ministry of Education in addition to supplementary educational programs, including computer-based speech technology, Islamic biography, conduct and ethics. The team also reviewed the progress made in constructing the school’s new building, which has been designed in accordance with the needs of blind and visually impaired students. The facility includes elevators, accessible pathways, and educational resources and tools based on Braille technology.

The team identified a number of observations and challenges facing students, particularly in the English language and chemistry examinations, due to the need to enhance the competence and experience of teachers in addressing the specific educational requirements of blind students in foreign languages and scientific equations.

At the conclusion of the visit, the team stressed the importance of continuing to develop a specialized educational environment for blind students and addressing the challenges they face in a manner that ensures their right to education. The team also commended the educational and humanitarian services provided by the school, as well as the efforts made to provide an appropriate learning environment for this group.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://www.ihchr.iq
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjlvHdzzC3S5RflvqRLgvQ
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IHCHR Organizes Workshop on Preventing Domestic ViolenceThe IHCHR – National Office, in cooperation and coordination wit...
08/10/2026

IHCHR Organizes Workshop on Preventing Domestic Violence

The IHCHR – National Office, in cooperation and coordination with the Human Rights Department in Baghdad Governorate, organized an awareness-raising workshop entitled “Preventing Domestic Violence”.

The workshop was delivered by IHCHR trainers, Dr. Ahmed Thabit and Rafal Salim. It addressed the concept of domestic violence, its causes and impacts, ways to prevent and reduce it. It also highlighted the importance of raising community awareness of human rights and protecting families from all forms of violence.

The workshop featured active participation and discussions among attendees on the importance of concerted efforts by governmental and community institutions to address domestic violence and promote a culture of dialogue, tolerance, and respect, thereby contributing to building a safe society that upholds the dignity and rights of all its members.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://www.ihchr.iq
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjlvHdzzC3S5RflvqRLgvQ
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IHCHR Calls for Adequate Funding & Better Educational EnvironmentOn the occasion of the commencement of the new academic...
07/10/2026

IHCHR Calls for Adequate Funding & Better Educational Environment

On the occasion of the commencement of the new academic year, the Iraqi High Commission for Human Rights (IHCHR) extends its congratulations to all students and pupils, as well as to teaching and educational staff across Iraq, wishing them a year of success and academic excellence.

While highly commending the tireless efforts made by the relevant authorities to ensure the continuity of the educational process, the IHCHR stresses the importance of providing an appropriate and safe educational environment that encourages students to develop their creativity and pursue academic achievement. It also calls for concerted efforts to provide curricula, textbooks, and all necessary educational supplies, thereby ensuring that parents are not burdened with additional financial costs.

With regard to addressing infrastructure challenges and meeting the needs of students with specific requirements, the IHCHR calls for the release of the necessary funds to rehabilitate school infrastructure, establish additional classrooms, and address the challenges posed by mud-built and prefabricated schools through feasible solutions. It further calls for the establishment and equipping of special classrooms for slow learners and persons with disabilities in every school, together with the provision of appropriate curricula and specialized personnel to ensure their educational inclusion. The IHCHR also calls for expediting the regularization of teachers employed under contractual arrangements.

The IHCHR stresses the need to launch comprehensive national campaigns to prevent school dropout through genuine and coordinated efforts by the relevant ministries, including the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, and the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with the IHCHR and local governments across the governorates. Such efforts should include identifying and following up on cases of school dropout, combating child labour, and strengthening public awareness and community education regarding the importance of education and the child’s right to education.

The IHCHR also addresses the crisis concerning the distribution of school textbooks. It has noted, with deep concern, a significant shortage in the distribution of textbooks this year due to the financial crisis, which has had a direct and adverse impact on the overall educational process. Accordingly, the IHCHR calls on the Government to take urgent and immediate measures to secure and fully distribute textbooks to students as soon as possible, in order to ensure that the implementation of curricula and educational plans is not disrupted.
In the same context, the IHCHR commends the role of private education and its contribution to supporting the educational process. It emphasizes the importance of providing fair and appropriate employment opportunities for teachers and academic staff in private educational institutions and ensuring their employment and financial rights. It also calls on private educational institutions to provide free and subsidized scholarships to support students from disadvantaged and low-income families.

In conclusion, the IHCHR reaffirms its steadfast commitment to defending the right of every Iraqi child to quality education, as a fundamental human right guaranteed by national legislation and international instruments.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://www.ihchr.iq
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjlvHdzzC3S5RflvqRLgvQ
- Facebook (Arabic): https://www.facebook.com/ihchr
- Telegram: https://t.me/Ihchr
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IHCHR Follows Up on PWDs’ Rights in WasitThe IHCHR - Wasit Office followed up on the conditions of persons with disabili...
06/10/2026

IHCHR Follows Up on PWDs’ Rights in Wasit

The IHCHR - Wasit Office followed up on the conditions of persons with disabilities and the key mechanisms, measures adopted by the relevant authorities to protect the rights of this group and ensure their access to essential services.

The IHCHR’s team met with Saba S. Aziz, Assistant Director of Al-Rahma Institute for Autism, who explained the nature of the educational services provided by the institute to students. She noted that the institute follows a specialized educational curriculum developed by the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs.

According to the Assistant Director, the IHCHR’s team documented the institute’s need for specialized trainers proficient in the use of the advanced educational devices and learning aids supplied to the institute by the Ministry of Communications. Such expertise would contribute to developing students’ skills and enhancing their ability to benefit from these educational tools.

The team also observed that the building requires a power generator and a water supply network, in addition to the rehabilitation of the institute’s garden. The institute also requires the installation of a camera surveillance system to protect the students and monitor their movement within the institute.

You can contact the IHCHR through the following hotlines and official accounts:
- Hotline: (5590)
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://www.ihchr.iq
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjlvHdzzC3S5RflvqRLgvQ
- Facebook (Arabic): https://www.facebook.com/ihchr
- Telegram: https://t.me/Ihchr
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