Outcome IRQ_D_4.1

Resilience, positive coping mechanisms and livelihoods opportunities improved for displaced and vulnerable women in camps and host communities

In the targeted communities in Kirkuk and Ambar, reporting rates for GBV cases increased, as did the outreach to GBV survivors through protection services. Members of these communities are better able to access protection and legal services for women and girls GBV survivors and those at risk of GBV. Approximately 2,000 community members, GBV service providers and representatives of public institutions (including justice professionals) in the selected locations enhanced their knowledge of GBV risks and GBV services provided which led to these improvements in GBV reporting and service access. Furthermore, more than 500 women in the selected communities (specifically displaced and refugee women and women belonging to host communities) improved their access to productive and financial assets and skills through vocational training and income generating opportunities, engaging in temporary employment opportunities based on demand-driven marketable skills, and receiving cash for work assistance through UN Women-supported projects. These livelihood opportunities will allow women to meet their immediate economic needs in the short- and long-term by equipping them with transferrable skills that can be applied beyond the duration of project interventions.

Resilience, positive coping mechanisms and livelihoods opportunities improved for displaced and vulnerable women in camps and host communities

Through UN Women programming, and UN Women led support including coordination with different stakeholder, empowering civil society organizations, and reaching grassroot level individuals for support, UN Women successfully supported resilience building, through positive coping mechanisms and livelihood support to marginalized women and girls, specifically those internally displaced as well as from host communities.

Resilience, positive coping mechanisms and livelihoods opportunities improved for displaced and vulnerable women in camps and host communities

Resilience and livelihoods for displaced and vulnerable women improved through initiatives benefiting 366 women, including grants, internships, and business startups. 14 women’s organizations were also empowered to deliver essential services, enhancing support in camps and host communities.