Within the framework of our Sponsorship Programme for children in conflict or post-conflict zones, which has programmes in Lebanon, Serbia and Kosovo, we also have 'Farah' (Joy), dedicated to children in Iraq, doubly affected by decades of war and continuous humanitarian emergencies.
About 3 million children in the country are malnourished and do not have access to adequate health care. There are also increasing cases of cancer and leukaemia caused by the use of chemical weapons, a disastrous legacy of the war.
Years of conflict and sanctions have had a dramatic impact on the childhood and rights of so many children. Thanks to the long-distance support of many Italian families, we ensure regular care for chronically ill Iraqi and persecuted minority children in cooperation with our local partner Yaum al-Hurriyya.
To activate long-distance support and accompany a child on its care journey, click here.
