Who We Are

Who We Are

Empowering communities, protecting rights, and creating lasting change in the Kurdistan.

Region
Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Office
Erbil, KRI
Type
Women-led, local NGO
Mandate
Social protection · Human development

Creating a thriving society by advancing social protection and human development.

EED is a women-led, local NGO in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, dedicated to creating a thriving society by advancing social protection and human development. We support individuals, empower communities, and strengthen systems to drive lasting change and equal opportunity.

With a focus on collaboration, we promote gender equality, protect children, combat human trafficking, and improve mental health and well-being. SEED's holistic, locally-driven approach integrates transformational services, community development, training and education, and advocacy to create sustainable impact.

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    Gender Equality

    Promote equality; end violence against women and girls.

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    Children

    Protect children; advance their rights and development.

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    Anti-Trafficking

    Combat human trafficking and uphold survivor rights.

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    Mental Health

    Strengthen mental health and psychosocial well-being.

Reel · 01 SEED — A short film about the work, the people, and the place.
SEED for Change

Our commitment to lasting impact.

SEED for Change is our commitment to creating sustainable, lasting impact in the communities we serve — empowering individuals, strengthening systems, and building a future where everyone can thrive.

Issued by SEED Office Erbil, KRI