Iraq
Photo: Sebastian Meyer for Mercy Corps

Iraq

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The road to a new Iraq is fraught with challenges, including sectarian violence, widespread displacement and insecurity. Education, basic services and unity are the building blocks. Mercy Corps is helping build a secure, productive and just society in Iraq through a wide variety of programs: we’re building schools and medical clinics, teaching women to read and empowering people with disabilities.

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At a glance

Population (2008): 28.2 million
Size: slightly more than twice the size of Idaho
Human Development Index rank: 132 (out of 187)
Mercy Corps has worked here since 2003

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