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According to UNICEF’s recent report there are more than 800,000 orphans living in Iraq today, with 1 in 3 children being abused in state run orphanages.

Iraq currently has no child protection laws in place.

My colleague in Iraq received a random call from someone desperately seeking donations for an independent orphanage in the notorious neighbouring district of Al-Sadr.

Compelled by what we had heard, we decided to visit the orphanage. There we discovered the remarkable story of 32 children living in a small 2 bedroomed house, established by Husham, an unlikely hero who works tirelessly without state support to shelter and protect them.

As filmmakers (http://www.humanfilm.com) we decided to document the lives of the orphans over an extended period as they struggled with the consequences of war, poverty and lost parents. Baring witness to the trails and tribulations of Iraq’s most vulnerable.

Our hope is to raise funds to help the orphanage continue to run and grow, enabling it to shelter more orphans in Iraq.


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A big thank you for the continued support - will shortly posted a thank you from one of the director's Mohamed Al Daradji

06/09/12 19:07

Thank you so much to everybody who has donated or even just sent a kind note on Facebook. Please note that any amount even $1 1p is greatly appreciated, never apologise for the donation you make - we are truly thankful - Bless you x

05/08/12 20:05

Please donate to Iraq's Orphans

Appeal by Isabelle Stead - Producer of IN MY MOTHER'S ARMS

30/07/12 16:44

Husham and the children our doing well. We've partnered with ORPHANS IN NEED a UK Charity in the hope we can help not just Husham's orphans but as many orphans as possible, until all children are protected in Iraq. Many thanks

30/07/12 16:15

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Iraqi Orphans

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Orphans In Need

Orphans In Need

Charity Registration No. 1144812

Orphans in Need was set up to help the world's most vulnerable and needy people, regardless of faith, race or creed. Our main focus is on orphans and widows, often the weakest members of society and the most badly affected by the scourge of poverty. Join us and inspire some hope today.

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I wish i can donate more but i am a full time college student. first to Husham your really amazing inspiring caring father may allah reward you,

Donation by Yussuf Roble on 19/05/13

$20.00

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You are doing amazing work with people who need caring for and stability the most. Keep it up. I am so happy to offer you what support I can.

Donation by Anonymous on 21/04/13

£40.00

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Shame on humanity.. shame on Iraqi officials

Donation by Luay Salih on 07/04/13

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Good job for letting the world know about the plight of Iraqi orphans. I hope the donations do make a difference in their lives.

Donation by Anonymous on 19/03/13

$100.00

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Donation by Anonymous on 18/03/13

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous on 12/03/13

£20.00

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Thank you for all of your efforts, and I hope that you get all of the help that you deserve. Stay strong

Donation by Anonymous on 10/03/13

£66.00

Donation by Anonymous on 05/03/13

£40.00

+ £10.00 Gift Aid

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I with if i could donate £50,000.00. God bless all the orphans in the world.

Donation by AVEEN MAJEED on 28/02/13

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This documentary helped me to look at my rich existence (and the one of my children)with different eyes.

Donation by un bambino viziato on 27/02/13

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Donation by Shanaz on 24/02/13

£15.00

+ £3.75 Gift Aid

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Donation by Aqiq on 22/02/13

Donation by Anonymous on 13/02/13

£193.00

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Pour ces enfants orphelins, qui sont les nôtres et , pour ce grand monsieur, pour qu'il puisse les aider. Mille merci.

Donation by Sahbi (béchir) yahia on 11/02/13

After seeing the film in Paris yesterday I was sad for these orphans.God bless Hisham for his action and thank you for your film.

Donation by Fati Ma on 10/02/13

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Keep up the excellent work. God bless

Donation by Anonymous on 31/01/13

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Asalaamu alaikum, may Allah reward Hisham for all of his efforts and worries.

Donation by Nichole Arel on 24/01/13

$100.00

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Donation by S PACHACHI on 24/12/12

Donation by Anonymous on 24/12/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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keep up the good work. God bless

Donation by Anonymous on 21/12/12

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Donation by Chia Lin Wang on 20/12/12

$100.00

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Incredibly moving documentary. I am glad that the plight of Iraqi orphans is being highlighted through your films.

Donation by Anonymous on 13/12/12

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Thank you for your effort. God bless you Please keep us updated with the latest news. This will encourage people to donate and help.

Donation by Aum Ahmed on 10/12/12

$50.00

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Donation by Jane Bowles on 09/12/12

$32.11

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I saw this on al jazeera. Heartbreaking but also so impressive and heartening. I hope this helps them find their home.

Donation by Anonymous on 01/12/12

$80.18

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£7,679.38
  • Offline donations£0.00
  • Text donations£10.00
  • Total raised£7,689.38
  • Gift Aid£700.00

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