The International Organization of Migration and USIP on Developments and Trends in Iraq
Channel: United States Institute of Peace
Date: 20/01/2015

The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) organized a briefing on developments and trendsin Iraq. They discussed security and political conditions, efforts to counter the Islamic State,  the militarization of the society, programming gaps, and the challenges that lie ahead. 

The discussion looked beyond the immediate humanitarian crisis to focus on the effects of the protracted and ongoing displacements of some two million Iraqis, including many minorities: the need for community stabilization and socio-economic inclusion of internally displaced people, returnees, host community concerns, and revenge and reconciliation. 

Speakers:

Manal Omar, Opening Remarks and Moderator
Acting Vice President for Middle East and Africa, USIP

Dr. Thomas Weiss
Chief of Mission, IOM Iraq

Dr. Elie Abouaoun
Director of Middle East Programs, USIP

Sarhang Hamasaeed
Senior Program Officer for Middle East and North Africa, USIP

The event was held on January 14, 2015, at the U.S. Institute of Peace.