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Joint Statement on the Tragic Murder of Dr. Sana Kamal and Her Family
Together, the NGOs below express our deep sadness and horror at the brutal murders of Dr. Sana Kamal, Dr. Sanaria Kamal, Sabahat Zahir, and Mamosta Kamal Koyee this past weekend. This heinous act of violence, perpetrated by the husband of…
SEED Girls
SEED Girls is a program designed to empower girls (aged 12-17 years) in Kurdistan, as they navigate gender and social barriers, risks, and the challenges they face during adolescence.
Weaving the Fabric of a Healthy Family
The HFSC program helps teens rebuild family bonds post-conflict. Muneer, Sarmat, and Adam share how it strengthened their relationships with their fathers.
International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict
On International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, SEED urges ethical reporting to protect survivors, prevent harm, and ensure dignified storytelling.
SEED Statement on the Passage of the Amendment to the Iraqi Personal Status Law No. 188 of 1959
SEED urges Iraq’s leaders to repeal the amendment to the Personal Status Law, warning it threatens women's and children's rights and shifts Iraq toward sectarian legal codes.
SEED and JiG Launch Pocket Guide for Ethical Reporting on GBV Survivors
On World News Day, SEED and JiG launch a pocket guide to support ethical reporting on GBV survivors, helping media practitioners across Iraq and Kurdistan.
Mental Health in Post-Conflict Kurdistan
Mental health challenges in conflict-affected regions remain critical. SEED works to fill service gaps, train professionals, and advocate for stronger standards in Kurdistan, ensuring quality mental health care for affected populations.
Safer Internet Day 2025: Keeping Kids Safe Today and Beyond
Download Tip Sheet Safer Internet Day 2025: Keeping Kids Safe Today and Beyond February 11, 2025 This Safer Internet Day, SEED calls on all members of society to take action and help protect children from online dangers. We’re sharing key…
Refreshing Our Brand: A New Logo & Name
Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos. In 2014, SEED began its journey with a mission to protect, empower, and support survivors of violence and those at risk. Over the past decade, we have invested in people, strengthening…
Iraq at a Critical Juncture: Proposed Amendment to the Personal Status Law and What It Means for the Kurdistan Region
Photo Credit: Contributed by Coalition 188 Iraq at a Critical Juncture: Proposed Amendment to the Personal Status Law and What It Means for the Kurdistan Region By: Tanya Gilly Khailany As a Kurdish woman with family roots extending deep…
Pocket Guide for Media Practitioners
Harmful and stigmatizing coverage of women in the media has the potential to inform public opinion and rhetoric across vulnerable communities, normalize and/or lead to the continuation of violence, promote victim-blaming, and stigmatize…