In Iraq, Alternatives is implementing programs to encourage the emergence of a vibrant civil society and a pluralistic and independent media capable of promoting the economic, social, political and cultural rights of all Iraqis in addition to supporting democratization of the country. Funded by the Canadian International Development Agency (2005-2007 and 2009-2010) and the European Commission (2009-2010), these programs have two main components: strengthening Iraqi civil society and supporting Iraqi media.
Despite the challenges involved in working in Iraq given the lack of security, civil war, and the failure of infrastructure, both programs have demonstrated clear progress.
Visit the links below for more information on our two major projects: