IRIS at American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS), in partnership with Arab Reform Initiative / مبادرة الإصلاح العربي, hosted a discussion entitled “The Energy Transition in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.” Bringing together experts from across the region to shed light on the KRG's Runaki reform project. auis.edu.krd/iris/events/en…

In a new review article for The Lancet Oncology, we highlight the lasting impact of war on cancer care in Iraq, focusing on patterns of cross-border care. With co-authors Omar Dewachi, Layth Mula-Hussain, Richard Sullivan, Gemma Bowsher & Loma al-Mansouri. Open access: authors.elsevier.com/a/1lFUR5EIIgTR…

Save the date! IRIS & American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS) are delighted to announce that the upcoming Sulaimani Forum will be held on April 15 & 16, 2026. The Forum brings together policymakers and thought leaders from around the world to discuss the most pressing challenges facing Iraq and the

Supported by DT Institute Institute, the journey of Iraq Leadership Fellows 2025 has begun! Uniting 32 young leaders from across #Iraq for their first workshop, "Leadership with Purpose". The ILF capacity building team — Hussam Fakhoury, Zainab Qasim, and Mohammed Al-Moumin —

During the second day of the ILF 2025 training workshop, The ILF trainers led multiple sessions on Adaptive Leadership, Immunity to change, and Environmental Accountability to both tracks of the Iraq Leadership Fellows 2025. تضمن اليوم الثاني من ورشة زمالة قادة العراق ٢٠٢٥ جلسات

The final day of the first workshop of Iraq Leadership Fellows 2025 program featured contributions from the fellows, who shared insights on how they plan to enhance their leadership journey using the skills they have acquired through the ILF program. The workshop was held in

IRIS, American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS) and Johns Hopkins University - JHU Humanitarian Health have launched the field research phase of a two-year study on climate change, displacement, and health in Iraq, in collaboration with researchers at Madarat Al Salam. auis.edu.krd/iris/projects/…

IRIS Director J. Mac Skelton chairs a panel on infrastructure at the Chatham House MENA Iraq conference. The conversation covered transport, electricity, hospitals, and water. #IraqInitiative Lahib Higel لهيب هيجل Harry Istepanian

IRIS joined #MERIforum2025 where Senior Researcher Zmkan led a panel on Integrating Iraq’s Energy and Economy into the Global System. MERI

In partnership with DT Institute, IRIS and American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS) are convening young leaders from across the country for the Iraq Leadership Fellows (ILF) workshop in Sulaymaniyah. Day one complete! #Iraq

The Iraq Leadership Fellows (ILF) workshop in Sulaymaniyah moves forward — Day two wrapped up with leadership in action!

In partnership with DT Institute, IRIS and American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS) concluded the final day of the Iraq Leadership Fellows 2025 program, featuring insightful contributions from the fellows. Soon, they will join a network of over 250 alumni from across #Iraq.

On October 14, 2025, IRIS hosted a roundtable discussion entitled ‘’The United States and the Middle East in a Changing International Order" for Mr. Sarhang Hamasaeed, Former Director of the Middle East Programs at The United States Institute of Peace. The event brought together