Kurdistan Foundation

Kurdistan Debate: Empowering the Next Generation ​Kurdistan Foundation and Cambridge International School have signed an MOU to launch a strategic partnership. This collaboration includes full scholarships for top students, advanced teacher training, and support for the "Kurdistan Debate" program which officially kicks off on May 4th, 2026. Together, we are building a future of excellence.

On International Wokers’ Day, we recognize the dignity, resilience, and dedication of workers in Kurdistan and beyond. Your efforts build communities, drive progress, and shape a better future.

Empowering today’s youth is the foundation of BUILDING a nation’s future. At the Kurdistan Foundation, we take pride in bridging talent with opportunity, guiding the way toward a brighter future for Kurdistan.

On April 27, 2026, the “Innovation Showcase” exhibition was officially inaugurated at Youth Hub under the supervision of Mr. Areen Barzani, founder of the Kurdistan Foundation. The exhibition brought together 100 talented children and young participants, who presented their projects across a range of fields including artificial intelligence, coding, programming, and broader technology. Alongside this, the Youth Hub’s art gallery featured a dedicated exhibition of AI-generated artworks created by participating youth. These pieces offered creative reflections on the past, present, and future of Kurdistan, expressing the imagination and perspectives of the young contributors.

BELONGING teaches us to love our land, BUILDING encourages us to take responsibility, and BECOMING makes our future brighter.

In the presence of Areen Barzani, Founder of Kurdistan Foundation, and on the occasion of World Earth Day, a collective cleaning campaign was launched at the Bastora Dam. During the cleanup operation, over (100) volunteers participated, collecting more than (1,000) waste bags, amounting to nearly (400) tons of various waste materials. Additionally, gloves and trash bags vending machines were permanently installed close to the dam, as well as customized trash bins and awareness raising signages. This initiative is a significant step toward preserving our nation’s nature, aiming to collectively build a brighter and more prosperous future for generations to come.

Volunteer.KRD Club at Soran University is officially open, serving as a strategic hub to support students, enhance human potential, and promote the culture of volunteerism.

The Kurdistan Foundation, by supporting the expansion of the Qutabxanekem platform in partnership with the Ministry of Education, is implementing a significant new phase of transformation in the education sector. By extending the Qutabxanekem platform to the intermediate level, we are intensifying our efforts to provide a modern and effective learning environment, enabling students across Kurdistan to move toward a brighter future equipped with contemporary tools and skills. This strategic step by the Kurdistan Foundation aims to develop a knowledgeable and forward-leading generation, contributing to building a more prosperous future in Kurdistan.

Ahmed Karim reflects on his journey and his ambition to become one of the finest pilots. His goal is to serve the nation and inspire other young people to value education and persist until their highest aspirations are realized.

Mr. Areen Barzani, Founder of the Kurdistan Foundation, welcomed Ahmed Karim, who soon depart for Greece to commence a new chapter of his studies at the aviation college. During the meeting, Mr. Areen Barzani expressed his best wishes for Ahmed’s success in this significant milestone. Ahmed Karim is a talented young man from Kalar, who had secured a top rank in the Garmian area while in high school in 2025. The Kurdistan Foundation is glad to support him in making his dream come true: a successful pilot of Kurdistan.

Here to stay. Here to serve!

Happy Kurdish New Year (2726) and Newroz, the symbol of nature's rebirth and our national identity; Happy Newroz to the people of Kurdistan.

The ​Kurdistan Foundation extends its congratulations on the occasion of the blessed Eid al-Fitr to all Muslims in Kurdistan and around the world. We hope this Eid brings joy, peace, and prosperity to everyone, and serves as a celebration of unity and harmony across our nation.

Throughout the holy month of Ramadan, the Kurdistan Foundation implemented a series of humanitarian projects and initiatives, reaching nearly 40,000 beneficiaries across Kurdistan. ​A total of (11,000) Iftar meals were directly distributed at the Ramadan Tent. Additionally, (2,300) food parcels were delivered to deserving families in Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, and Harir, while (12) local businesses in Duhok received support throughout the month to market their products. ​As the month concluded, (200) Eid gifts were presented to children in the orphanages of Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, and Duhok. ​These efforts reaffirm our commitment to providing outreach and support to various segments across our nation.

Mr. Areen Barzani, Founder of the Kurdistan Foundation, along with a group of commanders and Kurdistan Peshmerga, broke their fast at the Ramadan Tent.

The Kurdistan Foundation presented Eid gifts to (200) children in orphanages across (Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, and Duhok), ensuring their share in the joy of the holiday. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to outreach and support for all the children of our nation during this celebration.

During the month of Ramadan, the Kurdistan Foundation conducted an extensive campaign to distribute (2,300) food parcels. Through the efforts and collaboration of our volunteers, this initiative reached families with (1,000) parcels in Erbil, (800) in Sulaymaniyah, and (500) in Harir. Our goal remains serving the community and extending support across the nation.

Throughout the holy month of Ramadan, on a daily basis, we shared Iftar meals with more than (350) individuals in Erbil, at the Kurdistan Foundation tent. In total, over 11,000 hot Iftar meals were provided to fasting individuals. The Kurdistan Foundation considers itself an integral part of the community, and all of our activities and projects are shaped by the needs and aspirations of different groups and segments of society.

Halabja is a profound wound and an eternal symbol of Kurdistan resilience. On the 38th anniversary of this tragic catastrophe, we solemnly honor the victims and pay tribute to the pure souls of our nation's martyrs.