Read more: Harmony Amidst Chaos: an Oasis for Iraqi ArtistsGuitarist Sally Mohammed believes art is a necessary part of people’s lives and wants to carve out space for creative expression in Iraq.
Read more: Afghan women break barriers with blockchainCourses in coding and cryptocurrency give Afghan women a chance to connect with job opportunities outside Taliban control.
Read more: From Adversity to Empowerment: Women's Voices in the Middle EastFrom translating in their cars to running underground schools in Afghanistan, the women of IBB are paving the way toward a brighter future for…
Read more: Female tailors subvert Taliban crackdownVocational training courses are paving a pathway to self-sufficiency for Afghan women, allowing them to break free from societal barriers and achieve their full…
Read more: IBB Bulletin: Underground schools in Afghanistan awarded for their courageFaisal is announced as a keynote speaker at the Oslo Freedom Forum, Afghanistan’s underground schools receive a well-deserved award, and our team in MENA…
Read more: Defiant Brilliance: Afghan women educate the next generationDespite being barred from university, women volunteers for a movement called The Bookies are committed to creating a reading culture among Afghan youth.
Read more: An economy ravaged by crises turns to small businesses to rebuild the countryProfits have plummeted since the start of the war in Gaza, piling more pressure on Lebanon’s small business owners as they fight to stay…
Read more: Free speech in one of Iraq’s most conservative citiesA book club in Karbala is carving out space for free speech among those who have been warned to stay silent.
Read more: The Last Syrian TerroristIn his new novel, Radwan Taleb shines a light on northern Syria. “By understanding the situation there, one can understand why all the uprisings…
Read more: IBB Bulletin: Founder Accepts Prestigious Beacon AwardFaisal accepts Beacon Award, IBB goes to The Antigua Forum, the team heads to LibertyCon, exciting program updates, and more.