Activities
Workshops, field programmes, legal-literacy campaigns, and advocacy initiatives across the Kurdistan Region.
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Legal Awareness Session Held for Students of Sarwaran Girls’ High School
As part of the implementation of the “Reducing Early Marriage in the Kurdistan Region” project, the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL), in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and with financial support from UK Aid, conducted the legal awareness session of 2024 for students of Sarwaran Girls’ High School, in coordination with the Ministry of Education – Erbil General Directorate of Education.The session aimed to raise students’ level of legal awareness and enhance their understanding of issues related to early marriage. Similar awareness sessions and activities will continue in the coming period in a number of schools across the Kurdistan Region.
IOL and UNFPA Delegation Visits President of the Erbil Court of Appeal
On 27 March 2024, a delegation from the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL), headed by Dr. Ahmad Miran, Chairman of the Organization’s Board of Directors, and accompanied by Mr. Ali Abdulrahman, Projects Manager, and Mr. Awder Anwar, Head of Relations, together with Ms. Azhi Amin, Population Development Officer at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), visited Judge Fakhr Sabir, President of the Erbil Court of Appeal.During the meeting, discussions focused on ways to strengthen the role of judicial investigators and judicial investigation offices within forensic medicine institutes and centers, as well as mechanisms for supporting and developing this field.At the conclusion of the meeting, Judge Fakhr Sabir proposed the establishment and implementation of an electronic system for the courts in Erbil, with the aim of further advancing the digitalization and modernization of court procedures. For her part, the UNFPA representative expressed her readiness to support the implementation of the proposed project, either directly through UNFPA or in partnership with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP).
Three-Day (TOT) Training Course for Lawyers Held in Erbil
As part of the activities of the “Code of Conduct for Judges and Lawyers” project, implemented with financial support from the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL), in coordination with the Kurdistan Bar Association, conducted a three-day Training of Trainers (TOT) course in Erbil, with the participation of a group of lawyers from various governorates of the Kurdistan Region.The training aimed to strengthen the capacities of participating lawyers in monitoring violations, preparing monitoring reports, and submitting them to the relevant authorities. It also provided an opportunity to review the key provisions and articles of the Code of Conduct for Judges and the Code of Conduct for Lawyers, both of which had previously been approved by the Presidency of the Judicial Council and the Kurdistan Bar Association.Throughout the training, emphasis was placed on the importance of adhering to professional principles and standards, as well as strengthening the role of lawyers in monitoring, documenting, and reporting violations to the relevant authorities.
Legal Awareness Session Held for Religious Leaders in Erbil
As part of the implementation of the “Reducing Early Marriage in the Kurdistan Region” project, the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL), in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and with financial support from UK Aid, conducted a legal awareness session for a number of religious leaders in Erbil on 13 February 2024.The primary objective of the session was to raise participants’ awareness of the importance of adhering to legal procedures and refraining from concluding marriage contracts outside the courts, thereby contributing to efforts to reduce the prevalence of early marriage in the Kurdistan Region.
Organization Delegation Visits the Chairman of the Board for the Protection and Improvement of the Environment
The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL), Dr. Ahmad Miran, accompanied by Mr. Awder Anwar, Head of Relations, and Ms. Gullalla Mazhar, Project Coordinator, paid a visit to Dr. Abdulrahman Sdeq, Chairman of the Board for the Protection and Improvement of the Environment. The organization’s delegation was warmly received by the Chairman and members of the Board.During the meeting, the organization’s delegation highlighted the positive role played by Dr. Abdulrahman Sdeq in leading the Environmental Protection and Improvement Board since assuming his responsibilities. The delegation also presented an overview of the organization’s activities and work carried out in recent years and shared a number of studies and documents prepared by the organization.For his part, the Chairman of the Board for the Protection and Improvement of the Environment emphasized the importance of protecting and improving the environment in Kurdistan. He also highlighted the key factors contributing to environmental pollution at the global level and their impact on Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, while stressing the important role of organizations and their contribution to environmental protection and improvement efforts.
Training Session on the Code of Conduct for Lawyers Held for Heads of Lawyers’ Chambers in Duhok
As part of the activities of the “Code of Conduct for Lawyers” project, which was developed in coordination with the Kurdistan Bar Association and with financial support from the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL) conducted a dedicated training session for heads of lawyers’ chambers in Duhok Governorate.During the session, the provisions and sections of the Code of Conduct for Lawyers were presented, reviewed, and discussed in detail. The participants’ comments and feedback were also considered, alongside discussions on the challenges and issues lawyers face in the course of carrying out their professional duties.At the conclusion of the session, participants shared their views and recommendations regarding the Code of Conduct and lawyers’ professional experience, contributing to enriching the discussions and highlighting the professional experiences and challenges faced by lawyers.
Training Session on the Code of Conduct for Lawyers Held for Heads of Lawyers’ Chambers in Sulaymaniyah
As part of the activities of the “Code of Conduct for Lawyers” project, which was developed in coordination with the Kurdistan Bar Association and with financial support from the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL) conducted a project-specific session for heads of lawyers’ chambers in Sulaymaniyah Governorate.During the session, all provisions and sections of the Code of Conduct for Lawyers were reviewed and discussed in detail. The participants’ comments and feedback were also considered, alongside discussions on the challenges and issues lawyers face in the course of carrying out their professional duties.At the conclusion of the session, participants shared their views and recommendations regarding the Code of Conduct and lawyers’ professional experience, with discussions continuing to foster a shared understanding of the principles of professional conduct and the requirements of legal practice.
Conference to Announce Two Studies on the Rule of Law and the Participation of Women and Youth in Decision-Making Positions
Within the framework of the “Strengthening the Rule of Law in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region” project, implemented by the IOL, Investigator Organization for supporting role of law and Democracy, in partnership with NPA, Norwegian People's Aid, a conference was held in Baghdad to launch two studies entitled: • “Iraq and the Rule of Law Indicators – Possible Opportunities” • “The Legal Framework for the Right of Women and Youth to Participate in Decision-Making Positions (Professional Syndicates and Unions as a Case Study)” The conference was attended by the Deputy Minister of Justice of Iraq, who delivered the Ministry's official remarks, in addition to representatives of ministries and institutions concerned with the rule of law, members and Members and advisors of the Iraqi parliament, representatives of the Supreme Judicial Council of Iraq and the Judicial Council of the Kurdistan Region, as well as a number of civil society organizations from across Iraq. Following the presentation of the two studies, participants engaged in an extensive discussion on their key findings and recommendations, with the aim of supporting efforts to strengthen the rule of law and enhance the participation of women and youth in decision-making positions in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.
Legal and Psychological Awareness Session Held for Students of Daratu Girls’ High School
As part of the “Reducing Early Marriage in the Kurdistan Region” project, implemented by the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL) in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), with financial support from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), and in coordination with the Ministry of Education, legal and psychological awareness sessions continue to be conducted for preparatory-level students and their parents across Erbil Governorate.As part of these awareness-raising activities, the twelfth legal and psychological awareness session was conducted for preparatory-level students at Daratu Girls’ High School. The session was held on 21 December 2023, with the primary aim of strengthening students’ legal and psychological awareness.
Legal and Psychological Awareness Session Held for Students of Trefa Girls’ High School
As part of the “Reducing Early Marriage in the Kurdistan Region” project, implemented by the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL) in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), with financial support from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), and in coordination with the Ministry of Education, legal and psychological awareness activities for preparatory-level students and their parents continue to be conducted across Erbil Governorate.As part of these activities, the eleventh legal and psychological awareness session was held for preparatory-level students at Trefa Girls’ High School. The session took place on 20 December 2023, with the aim of strengthening students’ legal and psychological awareness.
Legal and Psychological Awareness Session Held for Students of Besaran High School
As part of the ongoing activities of the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL), in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), with financial support from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), and in coordination with the Ministry of Education, a series of legal and psychological awareness sessions is being conducted for preparatory-level students and their parents under the “Reducing Early Marriage in the Kurdistan Region” project, with the aim of strengthening their legal and psychological awareness.As part of these activities, the tenth legal and psychological awareness session was conducted for High School-level students at Besaran High School. The session was held on 18 December 2023 and formed part of the project’s awareness-raising activities aimed at supporting students’ awareness and contributing to reducing the phenomenon of early marriage in the Kurdistan Region.
Legal and Psychological Awareness Session Held for Students of Barin Girls’ High School
As part of the “Reducing Early Marriage in the Kurdistan Region” project, implemented by the Investigator Organization for Supporting Rule of Law and Democracy (IOL) in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), with financial support from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), and in coordination with the Ministry of Education, a series of legal and psychological awareness sessions is being conducted for students and their parents at preparatory schools across Erbil Governorate.Within the framework of this project, the ninth legal and psychological awareness session held a dedicated session for preparatory-level students at Barin Girls’ High School on 14 December 2023.