Category: Middle East

Enhancing Safety, Independence, and Work Opportunities for Syrian Refugees in Iraq

Last year, Peace Winds began a new initiative funded by the U.S…. Read more >

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One Year Since October 7: A Conversation on Peace Winds’ Gaza Response

This week marks one year since the Israel-Gaza war broke out, leading… Read more >

Celebrating World Refugee Day in Iraq

Every year on June 20, World Refugee Day, Peace Winds joins in… Read more >

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Partnering to Expand Job Opportunities for Displaced People in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

On May 29, Peace Winds teamed up with Kurdistan Regional Government’s Ministry… Read more >

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Distributing Locally-Produced Food in Gaza

Six months have passed since the start of the war in Gaza,… Read more >

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Creating Opportunities for Syrian Refugees in Iraq

Over the last five years, Peace Winds has been working to modify… Read more >

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Continuing Humanitarian Aid in Gaza

On January 14, Gaza marked 100 days since the start of the… Read more >

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One Year After the Earthquake in Türkiye: How Peace Winds and Local Partners are Helping Survivors Heal

February 6 marks one year since a devastating earthquake struck southeastern Türkiye… Read more >

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Three months after Afghanistan’s earthquake: Providing cash assistance

Following the distribution of blankets in mid-October 2023 to households affected by… Read more >

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Two Months into Intensified Violence in Gaza

Since the temporary ceasefire ended on December 1, Israeli airstrikes and ground… Read more >