The IRC Iraq Protection Needs Overview report for October 2023 to March 2024 presents a detailed analysis of the challenges encountered by communities in Iraq. The report identifies several critical issues:

  • Access to Basic Services: Financial constraints and high costs continue to hinder access to essential services such as healthcare, shelter, and legal documentation, despite some improvements in service availability.
  • Legal Assistance: A significant portion of households lacks key civil documents, with financial barriers being a primary challenge in accessing legal services.
  • Heightened Vulnerabilities: Increased awareness of child labor and child marriage highlights ongoing protection concerns, particularly for children and persons with disabilities who face significant barriers to education and safety.
  • Climate Change: The impacts of climate change, including displacement and loss of livelihoods, increase the vulnerabilities of affected populations.

The report underscores the need for targeted, sustainable interventions to support these vulnerable groups and promote durable solutions. The data collected through protection monitoring informs IRC’s programming and advocacy efforts at multiple levels, aiming to address the multifaceted challenges and enhance community resilience and empowerment.

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